20 Reasons We Love Iowa | Midwest Living

20 Reasons We Love Iowa

Uncover new surprises in the capital city of Des Moines and other reasons to explore the Hawkeye State.
Photo Courtesy of Cameron Campbell

Top attractions in Iowa

Pastures and fields of corn cover much of the heart of the Heartland, but there's much more to Iowa than its famously green fields: dramatic bluffs along the Mississippi River, quintessential small towns, and vibrant midsize cities like Des Moines.

Click ahead to find out about 20 of our favorite experiences in Iowa, from the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque to the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines.

Pictured at left: The John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines reflects the way that Iowa's unassuming capital has taken a turn for the hip.

Iowa Tourism Office

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