Dubuque, Dubuque County, IA
Places to go in Dubuque
45 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Food & Drink
Jitterz Coffee & Cafe
Coffee shop serving breakfast & panini in a space filled with works by regional artists.
1073 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Arts & Culture
Julien Dubuque Monument
Turret-like monument honoring the city's founder with striking river & city panoramas.
1810 Monument Dr, Dubuque, IA 52003, USA
Food & Drink
L.May Eatery
Creative, market-driven plates served in upscale-casual environs with cocktails, wine or craft beer.
1072 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Outdoors
Maquoketa Caves State Park
Park with hiking trails showcasing caves & other geological landmarks plus picnicking & camping.
9688 Caves Rd, Maquoketa, IA 52060, USA
Food & Drink
Monks
Hip coffee shop featuring java & tap brews amid brick walled rooms, couches & eclectic art displays.
373 Bluff St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Outdoors
Murphy Park
80-acre park offering tennis & horseshoe courts, playgrounds, picnic shelters & BBQ grills.
1700 S Grandview Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Arts & Culture
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Cafe, aquarium, boatyard, cinema & exhibits exploring life in & around America's riverways.
350 E 3rd St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Food & Drink
Pepper Sprout Midwest Cuisine
Upscale bistro showcasing creative American fare & drinks in warm, brick-walled surroundings.
378 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Shopping
River Lights Bookstore
1098 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Food & Drink
Roses & Berries Cafe
4340 Asbury Rd Ste 2, Dubuque, IA 52002, USA
Food & Drink
Shot Tower Inn
This longtime pub with simple, old-school decor draws lively locals for pizza, beer & grinders.
390 Locust St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Food & Drink
Stone Cliff Winery
Set in a historic beer brewery, this winemaker offers a tasting room, lunch & live music.
600 Star Brewery Drive #200, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Outdoors
Swiss Valley Nature Preserve and Nature Center
13606 Swiss Valley Rd, Peosta, IA 52068, USA
Outdoors
Swiss Valley Park
This wooded park features a stocked creek, camp sites & trails, plus a playground & sports fields.
13069 Swiss Valley Rd, Peosta, IA 52068, USA
Family
The Fun Station Dubuque
555 John F Kennedy Rd #400, Dubuque, IA 52002, USA
Nightlife
The Lift
180 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Food & Drink
The Vault Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge
342 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Food & Drink
Timmerman's Supper Club
Old-school American restaurant serving classic entrees & cocktails in a scenic bluffside setting.
7777 Timmerman Dr, East Dubuque, IL 61025, USA
Food & Drink
Vinny Vanucchi's Little Italy
Rustic Southern Italian eatery with an old-world vibe, full bar & family-style meals on Sunday.
180 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Shopping
Vintage Chic Bridal Boutique
400 Bluff St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Food & Drink
Yardarm Riverfront Bar & Grill
Vibrant hangout featuring pub fare, multiple bars & a deck with water views, plus live music.
1201 Shiras Ave Ext, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA