The 12 Places You Absolutely Must Visit In Iowa This Spring
By Kim Magaraci
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Published March 05, 2019
There’s something special about exploring Iowa when the weather warms up! Make it a point to visit the following spots throughout the Hawkeye State during the 2019 Spring in Iowa.
1. Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Des Moines
This stunning sculpture park is home to some impressive works of art! Make it a point to appreciate the beauty hiding in our biggest city this year.
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2. Reiman Gardens, Ames
3. The Irish Shanti, Gunder
Head all the way up to Gunder, Iowa, where you'll find the Irish Shanti. This hole-in-the-wall has designed one of the best burgers in Iowa, and the Gunderburger will blow your tastebuds away.
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4. Iowa's Loess Hills
Gas up the car and head west! Iowa's Loess Hills are so much fun to explore when they begin to brighten up in the spring. We've put together a list of the best road trip destinations in the area.
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5. Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, Prairie City
The Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge is a wonderful spot for animal lovers! See bisona and elk to take a look back at what Iowa looked like a century ago.
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6. Hansen's Dairy, Hudson
Visit the best family dairy in Iowa to meet and greet cows, goats, and even kangaroos! You'll get to sample ice cream and make your own butter on their tour.
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7. Le Mars
Le Mars is the best little foodie town around! Not only is it the ice cream capital of the world thanks to Blue Bunny, but you can also dine at a nationally recognized steakhouse! Visit Archie's Waeside to taste one of the best steaks you'll ever have.
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8. Walnut
The best little antiquing town in the country is right here in Walnut, Iowa! Spend a full spring day shopping and dining in this charming little city.
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9. Snake Alley
The World's Most Crooked Street is right here in Iowa! Visit Burlington to find an artsy, energetic city that's home to the sweetest bike path ever.
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10. Flatted Fifths BBQ, Bellevue
Feast on some of the best BBQ in the Midwest at this cajun-barbeque fusion restaurant in Bellevue. There's always something new on the menu and the live entertainment makes this a hidden gem.
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11. The Bridges of Madison County
12. Dutchman's Store, Cantril
The famous Dutchman's Store is worth visiting all year long, but when it's bright with flowers and fresh produce, it might be the best place in the world. It's worth the drive from anywhere in the Hawkeye State.
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What’s on your bucket list for this spring in Iowa? Tell us in the comments below!
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