Downtown
Iowa City
Visit Downtown
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.
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.
Iowa City Public Library
Iowa City Public Library is just one of the places to see in Iowa City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
Top hotels in Downtown
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
"Good breakfast, clean rooms."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
"Great stay. Will definitely be back"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
"Very clean and staff always helpful"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Element by Marriott Iowa City
"it was ok nothing great...nothing fancy very bare room...only one coffee envelope no refrigerater, no micro wave. Stayed at lot better places for less."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Heartland Inn
"Clean place, breakfast available- classic food"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
"The staff was very friendly and very helpful. Breakfast and the nighttime meal was excellent. The room was clean. We did not use the pool."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown
Mann
While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum.
University Heights
While there might not be top attractions in University Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Finkbine Golf Course and Kinnick Stadium.
Twain
While there might not be top attractions in Twain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.
Weber
While visiting Weber, you might make a stop by sights like Frytown Conservation Area and Redbird Farms Wildlife Area.
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.
