Things to do in Dubuque with kids

Iowa is a very rural state, but one that should never be overlooked. It is charming, quaint, beautiful, and jam packed with places to go with kids!

There is a plethora of places to enjoy the great outdoors, such as the very cool Spook Cave, the historic Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge and the secluded Wilson Island State Park.

The beautiful and the quirky will always be just around the corner, with the National Farm Toy Museum and Fort Custer Maze, and the whole family will love the rural farm fun with Center Grove Orchard and Bloomsbury Farm – a real taste of the Iowa hospitality and charm!

Don’t think for a second that Iowa can’t be thrilling – just head to Adventureland Park or the classic Arnolds Park – one of the oldest amusement parks in the WORLD!

And don’t forget to get those baseball fans down to the Field Of Dreams Movie Site!

Is this Heaven? No, it’s Iowa…

There are so many fun things to do in Dubuque with kids, we have a feeling you just might not want to leave!

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  • Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

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    Dubuque, IA
    25,000 square feet of indoor waterpark in Iowa, with daily admission, and tons of water fun to be had!
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  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

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    1 mile
    Dubuque, IA
    Fun and learning flow together along the Mississippi River! Hands-on features and interactive exhibits ready for kids to explore in both indoor and outdoor spaces!
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  • Crystal Lake Cave

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    5 miles
    Dubuque, IA
    A living natural cave. You are invited to visit and witness the ongoing miracle that created this natural masterpiece of underground panorama. One of the many fun family places to visit if you're looking for…
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  • Palace Campgrounds

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    12 miles
    Galena, IL
    Camping fun in the oldest campground in Illinois, with 50 acres set for all campers and tents!
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  • Field of Dreams Movie Site

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    20 miles
    Dyersville, IA
    Is this Heaven? No...it's Iowa. Those infamous words from the movie "Field Of Dreams" can be re-lived at this movie site location!
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  • National Farm Toy Museum

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    23 miles
    Dyersville, IA
    The National Farm Toy Museum welcomes kids of all ages to explore the thousands of tractors, implements, farm dioramas, toy-manufacturing displays, and pedal tractors on exhibit around the museum! Family toy fun in Iowa!
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  • Guttenberg RV Park

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    29 miles
    Guttenberg, IA
    Guttenberg RV Park is a relaxing campground for the whole family nestled in historic Guttenberg. A great place to take some time away together and enjoy what nature and the mighty Mississippi River have to…
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  • Bear Foot Bay Indoor Waterpark

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    46 miles
    Prairie du Chien, WI
    Come check out our body slide, waterfall spa, activity pool with water basketball, children's pool with water geysers, kids' slide, prehistoric fish and much more!
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  • Effigy Mounds National Monument

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    48 miles
    Harpers Ferry, IA
    There are numerous opportunities for you to enjoy a self-guided tour or join a ranger for a hike, walk, talk or historic demonstration. Most trails are moderately strenuous, however, there are some trails accessible to…
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  • House on the Rock

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    49 miles
    Spring Green, WI
    The House on the Rock is the grand vision of Alex Jordan, who believed that sights and sounds were the most effective means of stimulating the senses. He wanted guests to question his creation, to…
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  • Spook Cave

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    49 miles
    McGregor, IA
    Explore an ancient flooded cave where you can take a safe but slightly spooky boat trip through! Not a whole day out but a terrific stop the kids will really remember.
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  • Cave Of The Mounds

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    56 miles
    Blue Mounds, WI
    An exciting underground adventure in Wisconsin's premiere caves, with fossil digs, gemstone mining and hiking trails!
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  • The Playstation

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    59 miles
    Cedar Rapids, IA
    3 level indoor playland in Iowa, to entertain and exhaust kids under 12 with all the classic features like crawl tubes, climbing nets, slides, balls, tunnels and more!
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  • Galaxie Skate Center LLC

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    59 miles
    Richland Center, WI
    Galaxie Skate Center Roller/Inline Skating Rink was founded in 1972, Galaxie Skate Center of Richland Center, WI is an indoor rink and open year round.
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  • Indian Creek Nature Center

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    60 miles
    Cedar Rapids, IA
    Vast 210 acre site with hiking and biking trails, educational centre with numerous natural history exhibits, fishing, and more.
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  • The Potters Obsession

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    61 miles
    Cedar Rapids, IA
    Create your own art pottery studio suitable for all ages and abilities.
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  • Brucemore

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    61 miles
    Cedar Rapids, IA
    You can't experience Brucemore by looking at a screen. Grab the family, take a tour of the mansion, stroll the gardens, pack a picnic, and attend outdoor theatre. Brucemore, a National Trust Historic Site in…
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  • Sugar River Outfitters

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    62 miles
    Belleville, WI
    Canoe and Kayak adventures in Wisconsin with this fun family rental company that can take you into the great outdoors!
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  • Morwood campground

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    64 miles
    Hazleton, IA
    Family owned and operated campground in Iowa with a playground, mini golf and heated pool! Family fun all round!
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  • Lil Mississippi Golf Davenport

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    65 miles
    Davenport, IA
    18 hole championship mini-golf with fun obstacles geared towards kids, but still perfect for the whole family!
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  • Monkey Joes

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    66 miles
    Davenport, IA
    offers a large facility filled with inflatable adventure from giant slides and obstacle courses to classic bounce houses and beyond.
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  • Family Museum of Arts and Science

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    66 miles
    Bettendorf, IA
    he Mission of the Family Museum is to inspire life-long learning in children through interactive arts and science activities and exhibits. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things…
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  • Ice Age National Scenic Trail

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    67 miles
    Cross Plains, WI
    An incredible 1,200 miles of trail that traces the glaciers edge which existed 15,000 years ago! A great historical family adventure in Wisconsin!
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  • Lil Mississippi Golf Hampton

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    67 miles
    Hampton, IL
    A fun and challenging mini golf for the whole family, with elevations, ponds and waterfalls. Geared towards kids but just as fun for adults!
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  • Putnam Museum of History and Natural Science and Imax Theatre

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    67 miles
    Davenport, IA
    Founded in 1867, the Putnam is home to over 150,000 artifacts and specimens, the Putnam Museum of History and Natural Science offers permanent and changing exhibits,and houses Iowa's only 3D IMAX Theatre.
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  • Herbert Hoover Historic Site

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    67 miles
    West Branch, IA
    Whether you have half an hour or half a day, there are many things to see and do at Herbert Hoover National Historic Site. The future president was born in a small, two-room cottage in…
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  • Bloomsbury Farm

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    69 miles
    Atkins, IA
    So much more than a farm for this family day out, as the kids will love the petting zoo, haunted houses and an adventure play park!
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  • Firehouse Ministries Fire Museum

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    70 miles
    Rock Falls, IL
    Take a look into the history of Rock Falls Firefighting at this fun fire museum in Illinois - great for kids who love big trucks and learning!
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  • Midway Drive In Theatre

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    71 miles
    Sterling, IL
    Sterling, Illinois brings you that classic retro “spaceship” ticket booth, a playground for the little ones, and full service concession stand - have a 1950s movie experience with the family!
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  • Studio You Paint It Pottery

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    71 miles
    Madison, WI
    Kids can get artistic and creative at this paint your own pottery experience in Madison! Great for birthday parties too!
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  • Vitense Mini Golf

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    71 miles
    Madison, WI
    Epic mini golf across 3 courses indoor and out, plus the unique Foot Golf, Water Wars game, remote control boats, batting cages, redemption arcade, climbing wall and Jump Shot trampoline basketball game!
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  • Fast Forward Skate Center

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    71 miles
    Madison, WI
    Family friendly roller rink with a variety of session types.
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  • UI Museum of Natural History

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    73 miles
    Iowa City, IA
    Get to understand the planet and it’s wonderful nature in the UI Museum of Natural History with its five major exhibit areas: Iowa Hall, Hageboeck Hall of Birds and Mammal Hall, Biosphere Discovery Hub and…
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  • Old Capitol Museum

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    73 miles
    Iowa City, IA
    A national historic landmark located in the center of Iowa City, Old Capitol served as the first state capitol from 1846-1857 and the University of Iowa's founding building. In 1976, Old Capitol became a museum…
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  • Iowa Childrens Museum

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    74 miles
    Coralville, IA
    A family fun attraction with kid friendly, hands-on fun with over twelve interactive exhibits and 28,000 square feet of space that inspires all children up to 12 years old to imagine, create, discover and explore…
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  • Niabi Zoo

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    74 miles
    Coal Valley, IL
    900 animals representing 160 species on 40 acres. Includes children's zoo, carousel, playground and miniature train. Animal fun in Illinois!
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  • Henry Vilas Zoo

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    74 miles
    Madison, WI
    Free entry family zoo including multiple children's zoo features, discovery centre, herpetarium, plus train and carousel rides.
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  • UW Geology Museum

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    75 miles
    Madison, WI
    Take a journey into the deep history of Wisconsin at this fascinating Geology Museum, with hands-on learning for kids!
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  • Madison Childrens Museum

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    76 miles
    Madison, WI
    Features include art studio, interactive gear and water exhibits, restored log cabin with period activities, and two unique and highly imaginative eco play areas with one for under 5s and one for over.
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  • Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue

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    77 miles
    Rock Springs, WI
    Offering self guided tours of the rescue facility, plus 3 varying led-tour types for a more intensive experience, including Morning Feeding and the thrilling Night Tour.
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