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Iowa City is the county seat and largest city of Johnson County, Iowa, United States. At the time of the 2020 census the population was 74,828, making it the state's fifth-most populous city. The Iowa City metropolitan area, which encompasses Johnson and Washington counties, has a population of over 171,000.
- University of Iowa. With more than 30,000 students and a 1,900-acre campus that mingles with downtown, daily life in Iowa City revolves around the University of Iowa.
- Old Capitol Museum. In the heart of the University of Iowa Campus is the building that served as the seat of government for the state of Iowa from 1846 to 1857.
- Downtown Iowa City. One of Iowa City’s big strong points is its downtown area, with scores of independent shops, restaurants and bars, as well as top-notch entertainment venues, hotels and offices.
- Stanley Museum of Art. Swelled by major donations by the likes of Peggy Guggenheim, the University of Iowa’s art collection is nothing short of dazzling.
Iowa City. Hip and urban, Iowa City is a prominent college town primarily known as the home of the University of Iowa. Along with its adjacent suburb of Coralville, just to the west.
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- Eat Sunday Brunch at Deluxe. Address. 812 S Summit St, Iowa City, IA 52240-3336, USA. Phone +1 319-338-5000. Web Visit website. This Longfellow cafe has gained a loyal following over the past 16 years for its quaint environs, on-point service, and mastery of all things baked—from croissants and cakes to baguettes and brioche.
- Explore the Ped Mall. Address. 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA. Phone +1 319-354-0863. Web Visit website. Iowa City’s pedestrian mall is brimming with popular stores, restaurants, and cafes.
- Write Up a Storm at the Iowa Summer Writing Festival. Adult learners looking for a taste of what’s offered at the University’s celebrated Writers’ Workshop can find it at this festival, an annual literary extravaganza that started in 1987.
- Visit Walker Homestead on Sundays. Address. 3867 James Ave SW, Iowa City, IA 52246, USA. Phone +1 319-351-4791. Web Visit website. This 85-acre destination functions as a farm and vineyard, featuring organically growing vegetables, flower and herb gardens to walk, and a pasture of goats, chickens, and turkeys to visit.
4 days ago · Iowa City, city, seat (1839) of Johnson county, east-central Iowa, U.S., on the Iowa River, 27 miles (43 km) south of Cedar Rapids. Founded as territorial capital of Iowa in 1839, it lost the state capital to Des Moines in 1857 but retained the University of Iowa (1847).
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Aug 29, 2023 · For the best things to do in Iowa City, read our list. 1- Admire The Old Capitol Museum. Iowa City was the state capital of Iowa from 1841 to 1859 and the Old Capitol Building still stands as the jewel of the city centre. The grand building features soaring columns and a gleaming gold dome atop its central tower.
Hip and urban, Iowa City is a prominent college town primarily known as the home of the University of Iowa. Along with its adjacent suburb of Coralville, just to the west. Iowa City sits at the center of a metro area home to 171,000 people (2020) in the I-380 Corridor region of Eastern Iowa.
