Iowa City · Johnson County, IA
Rainy day activities in Iowa City
Scout analyzed 47 Iowa City places and surfaced the ones that actually fit rainy day.
Places analyzed
47
Matches
18
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.1 hr
Scout-verified spots
Mann
Press Coffee
Twain
Big Grove Brewery & Taproom
House-brewed beers & pub plates in a cool, industrial-style space with a patio & backyard cornhole.
Longfellow
The Englert Theatre
100-year-old theater hosting musicians, writers & comedians while staging plays & art exhibits.
Longfellow
Blick Art Materials
Retailer stocking a large assortment of art supplies, including paint, clay & canvases.
Longfellow
Basta Pizzeria Ristorante
Neapolitan pies & housemade pasta served with cocktails in polished, contemporary surrounds.
Mann
Midnight Coffee
Hip, airy coffeehouse with a contemporary vibe offering salads, panini, wine & beer.
Longfellow
Mammitas Coffee
Twain
Java House Coffee Roasters - First Ave
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
Longfellow
Java House Coffee Roasters - Downtown
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
Weber
Java House Coffee Roasters - Mormon Trek
Local coffee shop chain offering single-origin brews, espresso drinks & housemade muffins & scones.
Outdoors
Wilson's Orchard & Farm (Iowa City)
Longfellow
Prairie Lights Books and Cafe
Longfellow
Pedestrian Mall
Al fresco shopping & dining area with a kids' playground, fountains, sculptures & live music.
Miller-Orchard
NaNa's African Boutiqe and Gift Shop
Longfellow
Old Capitol Town Center
Lincoln
Hancher Auditorium
University of Iowa performance hall hosting Broadway musicals, contemporary dance & classical music.
Twain
Iowa City Marketplace
Mann
Old Capitol Museum
Iconic building & former government center featuring a gold dome & exhibits on local history.
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