Iowa City, Johnson County, IA
Places to go in Iowa City
47 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Food & Drink
Basta Pizzeria Ristorante
Neapolitan pies & housemade pasta served with cocktails in polished, contemporary surrounds.
121 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Food & Drink
Big Grove Brewery & Taproom
House-brewed beers & pub plates in a cool, industrial-style space with a patio & backyard cornhole.
1225 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Food & Drink
BlackStone
Spacious, contemporary spot serving playful twists on American comfort food plus Sunday brunch.
503 Westbury Dr #1, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
Shopping
Blick Art Materials
Retailer stocking a large assortment of art supplies, including paint, clay & canvases.
201 S Clinton St Ste 180, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Food & Drink
Bluebird Diner
Comfortable all-day eatery with a low-key, retro vibe & a menu of updated diner-style fare.
330 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
Sports & Recreation
Brown Deer Golf Club
1900 Country Club Dr, Coralville, IA 52241, USA
Outdoors
City Park
Riverfront park featuring a playground & sports fields, plus a seasonal pool, amphitheater & rides.
200 Park Rd, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
Nightlife
Deadwood Tavern
6 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Family
DEFY Iowa City
851 US-6 #102, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Sports & Recreation
Devonian Fossil Gorge
Archeological wonder revealing the ancient remains of an ocean floor from 375 million years ago.
2850 Prairie Du Chien Rd NE, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Food & Drink
Graze Gourmet To-Go
Bright, modern hangout featuring creative shared plates, drinks at night & a casual lunch buffet.
345 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Arts & Culture
Hancher Auditorium
University of Iowa performance hall hosting Broadway musicals, contemporary dance & classical music.
141 Park Rd, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA
Outdoors
Hickory Hill Park
Scenic forested park featuring many walking & running paths, picnic tables & grills on 185 acres.
1439 E Bloomington St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
Food & Drink
Hudson's Southside Tap
482 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
Shopping
Iowa City Marketplace
1660 Sycamore St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Food & Drink
Java House Coffee Roasters - Downtown
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
211 1/2 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Food & Drink
Java House Coffee Roasters - First Ave
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
1575 S 1st Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Food & Drink
Java House Coffee Roasters - Mormon Trek
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
713 Mormon Trek Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA
Nightlife
Joe's Place
Mellow neighborhood watering hole with a smoker-friendly beer garden, plus TVs, pool tables & darts.
115 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Shopping
Mammitas Coffee
224 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Outdoors
Mercer Park
Amenities here include an indoor pool, gym, picnic/BBQ area, playground, sports courts & ballfields.
1317 Dover St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Food & Drink
Midnight Coffee
Hip, airy coffeehouse with a contemporary vibe offering salads, panini, wine & beer.
301 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA
Wellness
Morning Sun Massage & Spa
725 Pacha Pkwy #2, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Shopping
NaNa's African Boutiqe and Gift Shop
31 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA