Marion Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Built in the 1840s, the Granger House is one of the oldest houses in the Cedar Rapids metro area and still showcases original furnishings.
Built in the 1840s, the Granger House is one of the oldest houses in the Cedar Rapids metro area and still showcases original furnishings.
This campground has a series of hiking trails through meadows filled with wildflowers.
Fields of wildflowers in this lovey county park.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Rapids NE – Marion by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Rapids NE – Marion by IHG

2.5 out of 5
5993 Carlson Way Marion IA
The price is AU$194 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$194
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Waldos Rock Park and Willowood Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
We were very pleased with this hotel. I missed not having a coffee machine in the room, however the other qualities made up for the inconvenience of going down to the lobby for coffee.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Rapids NE – Marion by IHG
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cedar Rapids Marion

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cedar Rapids Marion

3 out of 5
2823 7th Avenue Marion IA
The price is AU$196 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$196
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (373 reviews)
We had to ask to have the room sept, there was garbage in the stairwell, and we had a silverfish bug fall from the celling onto our open luggage. The people we courteous and was able to refund us for the remaining nights of stay.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cedar Rapids Marion
Sleep Inn Marion - Cedar Rapids

Sleep Inn Marion - Cedar Rapids

2.5 out of 5
5500 Dyer Ave Marion IA
The price is AU$133 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$133
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Waldos Rock Park and Willowood Park are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (132 reviews)
Parking was easy the rooms felt very secure. Halls were quiet . Very pleasant stay.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Sleep Inn Marion - Cedar Rapids
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Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown

Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown

Marion IA
Stay at this holiday home in Marion. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Granger House - Marion Historical Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
This cottage is definitely a great stay!! Everything was just as described. Tim was super responsive and welcoming! Super peaceful area and super cozy! Definitely recommend booking !!!

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown
NEW!!! The Uptown Oasis...seconds from Uptown Marion!!!

NEW!!! The Uptown Oasis...seconds from Uptown Marion!!!

Marion IA
Stay at this apartment in Marion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Campbell Steele Gallery and Marion Old Carnegie Library ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Quick and efficient responses when needed. Good location.

Reviewed on 2 July 2025

NEW!!! The Uptown Oasis...seconds from Uptown Marion!!!
Historic farmhouse on an acreage in Marion

Historic farmhouse on an acreage in Marion

Marion IA
Stay at this holiday home in Marion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Boyson Park and Donnelly Park are located ...
Historic farmhouse on an acreage in Marion
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Modern city view in the morning

Marion City Park

Marion City Park is just one of the places to see in Marion, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's art scene and museums.

Marion City Park
This campground has a series of hiking trails through meadows filled with wildflowers.

Wanatee Creek Park

You can take time to visit Wanatee Creek Park during your travels to Marion. Experience the area's art scene and museums.

Wanatee Creek Park

Tuma Soccer Complex

You can take time to visit Tuma Soccer Complex during your travels to Marion. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Tuma Soccer Complex

Marion Heritage Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Marion Heritage Center during your travels in Marion. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Marion Heritage Center

Campbell Steele Gallery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Campbell Steele Gallery during your trip to Marion. Experience the area's art scene and museums.

Campbell Steele Gallery

Lininger Park

After visiting Lininger Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Marion. Experience the area's art scene and museums.

Lininger Park

Cities near Marion

Cedar Rapids which includes a city, a river or creek and skyline

Cedar Rapids