East Iowa Tourism
East Iowa Tourism on IowaBeautiful.com. East Iowa Tourism - your East Iowa Travel Guide to Vacations, Attractions and Events
MATHIAS HAM HOUSE - Dubuque, Iowa
Description – Visitors can tour an Italianate villa built in 1856 and a double log cabin on the same site. The 23-room villa was built by Mathias Ham and has been authentically restored. Its furnishings are examples of those preferred during the antebellum period along the Mississippi River. The log cabin belonged to a lead miner. The home is near the entrance to Eagle Point Park and to Riverview Park.
Village Of East Davenport, Iowa
Village Of East Davenport, Iowa
Historic district that is filled with homes, some of which date back to the 1830’s. One event that took place there was the training of Union soldiers during the Civil War. Then parts of the area are connected with the logging industry. Six square blocks comprise the buisness district, with very unique shops and pubs. The streets are brick paved. Special events are held throughout the year.
Tabor Home Vineyards & Winery - Baldwin, Iowa
Tabor Home Vineyards & Winery - Baldwin, Iowa
On an 1860’s family homestead near Baldwin, Iowa, is this winery and vineyards of Iowa’s premier International, award winning vineyard and winery. Wine tasting, observe the vineyard, watch the wine making activities and enjoy the activities that are planned throughout the year.
Sundown Mountain Ski Resort, Dubuque, Iowa
Sundown Mountain Ski Resort, Dubuque, Iowa
Sundown is a beautiful BIG Mountain in a natural setting that resembles Colorado where friends and family can get together to renew and recharge their lives. It is just a few miles west of Dubuque. Skiing the mountain is a world of tremendous beauty, challenge, and exhilaration and almost anyone can enjoy it.
The site has a vertical higher than all but two of 78 ski areas in all of Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri and Minnesota, from Duluth to St. Louis.
Stampe Lilac Garden Duck Creek Park, Davenport, Iowa
Stampe Lilac Garden Duck Creek Park, Davenport, Iowa
On the eastern edge of Davenport, the city has developed Duck Creek Park with areas for hiking, picnicking, and looking at nature. Here is the Stampe Lilac Garden, which has the Quad Cities’ largest collection of lilacs. Spread throughout the park are other varieties of flowering perennials and annuals.
St. Francis Xavier Basilica - Dyersville, Iowa
St. Francis Xavier Basilica - Dyersville, Iowa
This edifice in Dyersville is one of only 33 basilicas in the United States and is the only one outside of a metropolitan area. It was designated a basilica in 1956. The medieval Gothic-style structure was completed in 1889. It has 212-foot twin spires, fine paintings, and 64 stained glass windows.
Heritage House Museum - New Vienna, Iowa
Heritage House Museum - New Vienna, Iowa
In a former convent built in New Vienna in 1856 are housed period antiques, quilts, and other collections. The building has 23 rooms, and features pressed tin walls and ceiling in the entrance and staircase. Local quilters work on projects Tuesdays and Thursdays. Quilts and doilies are sold.
Family Museum Of Arts And Science, Bettendorf, Iowa
Family Museum Of Arts And Science, Bettendorf, Iowa
Busy Bodies: Healthy Choices — This 1300 square-foot permanent exhibit is meant for children ages 5-12. It features interactive stations that explore the human body in five areas—nutrition and health, exercise and fitness, human physiology, blood donation, and tobacco and alcohol abuse.
Edinburgh “Ghost Town” And Museum - Scotch Grove, Iowa
Edinburgh “Ghost Town” And Museum - Scotch Grove, Iowa
On the original site of the first county seat are more than 11 buildings including a log cabin, schoolhouse, church, and blacksmith shop. This “town” was the seat of government for Jones County from 1840-1847. New buildings have been erected to house early documents, photographs, furniture, equipment, and other artifacts of the early history of this region.
Eden Valley Refuge - Baldwin, Iowa
Eden Valley Refuge - Baldwin, Iowa -
Eden Valley Refuge offers a refreshing and natural experience for the visitor. The limestone bluffs and forested hills teem with plant and animal life. The park’s 201 acres are nestled along the banks of Bear Creek.
