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Things to Do in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Discover fun things to do in Cedar Rapids, IA, when you’re a guest at the Clarion Hotel & Convention Center Cedar Rapids. In addition to local museums, historic sites, and outdoor activities, our family-friendly hotel near Iowa City offers close proximity to Eastern & Central Iowa tourist attractions and attractions in Northeast Iowa. Get the lowdown on what our diverse neighborhood has to offer by delving into the list below.

Amana Colonies.

Take a step back in time when you visit the Amana Colonies, a German community in Amana, Iowa that is comprised of seven villages. Marvel at architecturally diverse historical buildings from the mid-1850s. Stroll through the town’s scenic and scented gardens. Amana, which means “remain faithful,” has done exactly that in the preservation of its Colonies. For more information, visit http://www.amanacolonies.com/.

Duffy’s Collectible Cars.

One of America’s founding collector car dealers, Duffy's Collectible Cars features more than 80 completely refurbished classic automobiles from the ‘30's through the ‘80's. Encounter everything from muscle cars to convertibles. For more information, visit http://www.duffys.com/.  [Top]

Czech Village.

Czech Village is a section of Cedar Rapids that was originally the shopping district for thousands of Czech, Moravian and Slovak immigrants since the early 1900s. This restored area features a bakery, leather shop, restaurants, and antique shops. For more information, visit http://www.czechcottage.com/about_czech_village.html.

Grant Wood Studio.

Grant Wood painted his world-famous “American Gothic” in this studio, which was also his home, in Cedar Rapids.

Run by the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, where you’ll find the largest collection of Wood’s paintings, Grant Wood Studio is open for tours. For more information, visit http://www.crma.org/Content/Grant_Wood/Grant_Wood_Studio.aspx.  [Top]

Brucemore Mansion.

A National Historic Trust Site, Brucemore boasts an incredible mansion (now a museum) that was the home of three very well-off families (the Sinclairs, the Douglasses, and the Halls) from 1884 through 1981. Other highlights include picturesque gardens and an outdoor theatre. For more information, visit http://www.brucemore.org/.

Indian Creek Nature Center.

Located on 210 acres in Cedar Rapids, IA, the Indian Creek Nature Center offers four miles of trails along which you can enjoy everything from woodlands to wetlands. In addition, there’s an interpretive center, butterfly and herb garden, and maple sugar house. For more information, visit http://www.indiancreeknaturecenter.org/.  [Top]

Cedar Rapids Roughriders.

Catch non-stop, thrilling hockey action at a Cedar Rapids Roughriders game. Members of the United States Hockey League, the Roughriders play their home games at the Cedar Rapids Ice Arena, which is the also nation’s top junior hockey facility.
For more information, visit http://www.roughridershockey.com/.

Theatre Cedar Rapids.

For three quarters of a century, Theatre Cedar Rapids has been providing a wide range of dramas, comedies, and musicals.

Recent shows include “Gypsy,” “The Children’s Hour,” “The Rocky Horror Show,” and “Fences.” For more information, visit http://www.theatrecr.org/.  [Top]

Cedar Rapids Kernels Baseball.

Professional baseball is alive and well in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Cedar Rapids Kernels, a Class A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, put on a stunning exhibition of fielding and hitting each spring and summer at Dale and Thomas Popcorn Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium. For more information, visit http://www.kernels.com/.

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.

From Roman art to contemporary art, the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art permanent collection features an eclectic collection of stimulating works. Artists include Grant Wood, Malvina Hoffman, and James Swann. For more information, visit http://www.crma.org/Default.aspx.

National Motorcycle Museum.

Located in Anamosa, Iowa, the National Motorcycle Museum houses just about everything to get a motorcycle aficionado’s heart racing. Experience a multitude of vintage motorcycles, as well as a wide range of photographs, post cards, and posters. What’s more, you’ll enjoy cool motorcycle memorabilia and antique toys. For more information, visit http://www.nationalmcmuseum.org/menu.html.  [Top]