Downtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Iowa
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Iowa during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
If University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City.
Old Capitol Museum
Gaze up at the emblematic golden dome that tops the roof of a historic building containing the region’s cultural gems.
Iowa Old Capitol Building
You can find out about the history of Iowa City with a visit to Iowa Old Capitol Building. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
Marvel at a gigantic whale skeleton, see an impressive cyclorama of a Hawaiian bird island and spot the giant panda.
The Englert Theater
You can enjoy a show at The Englert Theater during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Activities
Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Great short stay. Staff was very helpful. Easy check in and check out. Great location
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
Great location, easy access, and good service
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
I was very pleased with my stay.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Element Iowa City
We did not try the breakfast. Parking was closed and easy to use.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Heartland Inn
Always clean and comfy. Love the view of the river and the sound of nature on nice days. Even more I love the jetted tub.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
It was alright. I’d stay there again.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
College Hill
While College Hill isn't home to many top sights, Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
Miller Orchard
When in Miller Orchard, you can plan a visit to Kinnick Stadium and Old Capitol Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Northside
Northside might not have many top sights, but Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Manville Heights
While Manville Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.
Goosetown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Goosetown and surrounding area, you can visit The Englert Theater and Iowa City Public Library.
Mann
While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum.
