Dubuque · Dubuque County, IA
Family things to do in Dubuque
Scout analyzed 45 Dubuque places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.
Places analyzed
45
Matches
15
Typical spend
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Typical visit
1.4 hr
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Port of Dubuque
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Cafe, aquarium, boatyard, cinema & exhibits exploring life in & around America's riverways.
Outdoors
Eagle Point Park
This 164-acre park features tri-state & Mississippi River views, plus playgrounds & a band shell.
Arts & Culture
Julien Dubuque Monument
Turret-like monument honoring the city's founder with striking river & city panoramas.
Outdoors
Flora Park
Outdoors
Swiss Valley Park
This wooded park features a stocked creek, camp sites & trails, plus a playground & sports fields.
Outdoors
Murphy Park
80-acre park offering tennis & horseshoe courts, playgrounds, picnic shelters & BBQ grills.
Outdoors
Horseshoe Mound Preserve
Outdoors
Swiss Valley Nature Preserve and Nature Center
Outdoors
EB Lyons Interpretive Center
Composed of untamed, wooded land, this 1432-acre park offers hiking, hunting, paddling & picnicking.
Outdoors
Maquoketa Caves State Park
Park with hiking trails showcasing caves & other geological landmarks plus picnicking & camping.
Outdoors
Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Scenic 56-acre community space with 60+ types of gardens, plus a playground, trails, tours & events.
Port of Dubuque
Stone Cliff Winery
Set in a historic beer brewery, this winemaker offers a tasting room, lunch & live music.
Downtown
Five Flags Center
A 1910 theater now houses the local symphony & theater company along with hosting sports & events.
Nightlife
Codfish Hollow Barnstormers
Family
The Fun Station Dubuque
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
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