If you’re looking for a unique way to explore Iowa, consider checking out the state’s many roadside attractions. From giant sculptures to quirky museums, Iowa has no shortage of fascinating sights to ...

Where are the best tourist destinations in Iowa? A popular social media account, Iowa Chill, had a few suggestions in a recent post for an Iowa summer bucket list. But there's a catch: The ...

DES MOINES — Iowa will use $100 million of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to launch Destination Iowa, an investment in “transformational, shovel-ready attractions.” “Communities in all corners ...

As we get ready to usher in a new year, I'm looking ahead to see what's in store for Iowa in 2026. Many fun events are happening year-round, but I'm honing in on a few small towns broadcasting a ...

An engineer hired to evaluate a historic site in Arnolds Park is recommending major repairs to the Abbie Gardner cabin. It’s the site of what’s known as the Spirit Lake massacre of 1857. About three ...

The Iowa State Fair is one of Iowa's top tourist draws. (Radio Iowa photo) A report from the Iowa Tourism Office finds visitors spent $7.3-billion dollars in Iowa during 2023, a new all-time record.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- Lt. Gov. Sally Pederson is touring the state this week to promote tourism, hoping Iowa attractions gain more appeal because of high gasoline prices. "This is really to let ...

The excursions on The Queen II boat have been canceled due to a submerged dock near Arnolds Park Amusement Park. Officials hope to bring back cruises toward the end of July. Tourism officials and ...

How do you move a World War II battleship? Not easily. Or cheaply. Still, a move for the Battleship USS Iowa has been actively talked about and planned for several years and now is getting a renewed ...