Attractions in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Amusements

Maple Ridge Farm 319-842-2432
3574 St. Peters Road, Marion, IA 52302
Just eight miles north of Cedar Rapids, this relaxed farm and recreation area offers hayrides, bonfires, covered picnic areas, and a wonderful rustic, rural setting for... more info map
Planet X - Fun Center 319-294-2237
255 Collins Road Northeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
An indoor family entertainment facility, Planet X features spaceball, laser tag, bumper cars, bowling, mini-golf, rock climbing, an arcade with over 80 games, and much... more info map

Historic Homes & Buildings

Brucemore Mansion 319-362-7375
2160 Linden Drive Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Owned by three wealthy families between 1884 and 1981, this 21-room Queen Anne-style estate is a 26-acre National Trust Historic Site and a community cultural center... more info map
Czech Village 319-366-4937
100 16th Avenue Southwest, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Since the turn of the century, Cedar Rapids has been home to thousands of Czech, Moravian and Slovak immigrants and their descendants. Still home to Sykora Bakery &... more info map
Seminole Valley Farm 319-378-9240
1400 Seminole Valley Road Northeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406
Functioning as a museum, this restored 1900s farmhouse is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and features history exhibits. This site consists of the... more info map
Ushers Ferry Historic Village 319-286-5763
5925 Seminole Valley Trail Northeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Located in Seminole Valley Park
Located on 10-acre site in Seminole Valley in northeast Cedar Rapids, Ushers Ferry Historic Village is a showcase of how early Iowans lived before such conveniences as... more info map

Libraries & Research Centers

Cedar Rapids Public Library 319-398-5123
500 1st Street Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
This public library features an ever current collection of books and other media, Internet stations, an expansive children’s section, and a café. The library also... more info map
Iowa Masonic Library & Museum 319-365-1438
813 1st Avenue Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406
Thought to be the largest in the world, the Iowa Masonic Library and Museum in Cedar Rapids offers one of the most complete collections of Masonic artifacts from around... more info map

Museums & Galleries

African American Historical Museum 319-862-2101
55 12th Avenue Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Overlooking the Cedar River, the African American Historical Museum and Cultural Center offers exhibits on the history of African and African Americans in the United... more info map
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art 319-366-7503
410 3rd Avenue Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
With 10 to 12 galleries devoted to its permanent collections, the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art owns over 5,000 works of art, including the world's largest collections of... more info map
Duffy's Collectible Cars 319-364-7000
250 Classic Car Court Southwest, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Filled with 20’s, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's and 80’s American and European made hardtops and convertibles that are for sale, this museum of classic cars features... more info map
History Center, The 319-362-1501
615 1st Avenue Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Owned and operated by the Linn County Historical Society, the Carl and Mary Koehler History Center's permanent gallery include information and displays on archaeology,... more info map
Legion Arts 319-364-1580
1103 3rd Street Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Located in a charming, renovated circa 1891 Czech social hall, Legion Arts has won accolades and is known for being a presenter and champion of contemporary art, music... more info map
National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 319-362-8500
87 Sixteenth Avenue Southwest, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Internationally known for its permanent and changing exhibits featuring Czech and Slovak folk art and costumes, fine art, political history, maps and military items, the... more info map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Indian Creek Nature Center 319-362-0664
6665 Otis Road Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
The Indian Creek Nature Center is a private, non-profit nature center that offers environmental education for all ages. The property contains four miles of trails, an... more info map

Science & Technology

Science Station 319-363-4629
427 1st Street Southeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Fun for any age, the Science Station is a not-for-profit science and technology museum that features over 100 hands-on exhibits on such topics as electricity, sound,... more info map

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