Iowa City · Johnson County, IA
Family things to do in Iowa City
Scout analyzed 47 Iowa City places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.
Places analyzed
47
Matches
11
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.6 hr
Scout-verified spots
Longfellow
The Englert Theatre
100-year-old theater hosting musicians, writers & comedians while staging plays & art exhibits.
Outdoors
North Ridge Park
Hoover
Hickory Hill Park
Scenic forested park featuring many walking & running paths, picnic tables & grills on 185 acres.
Lincoln
City Park
Riverfront park featuring a playground & sports fields, plus a seasonal pool, amphitheater & rides.
Lucas
Mercer Park
Amenities here include an indoor pool, gym, picnic/BBQ area, playground, sports courts & ballfields.
Twain
Terry Trueblood Recreation Area
Outdoors
Wilson's Orchard & Farm (Iowa City)
Twain
DEFY Iowa City
Lincoln
Hancher Auditorium
University of Iowa performance hall hosting Broadway musicals, contemporary dance & classical music.
Mann
Old Capitol Museum
Iconic building & former government center featuring a gold dome & exhibits on local history.
Lincoln
Devonian Fossil Gorge
Archeological wonder revealing the ancient remains of an ocean floor from 375 million years ago.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
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