Area Attractions

Just 17 miles north on highway 151, Cedar Rapids offers a variety of cultural, historic and ethnic attractions, including the National Czech and Slovak Museum, Brucemore Mansion, the African American Historical Museum and Cultural Center of Iowa, an IMAX Theatre, Cedar Rapids Museum of Arts and Usher's Ferry Historic Village. Cedar Rapids Kernels Baseball and Rough Riders Hockey offer semi-professional sports.

Just minutes to the west in Williamsburg, brick paved streets surround a picturesque town square. Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 319-668-1500 for more information about their unique shops, outdoor aquatic center and recreational facilities. Step back in time at the Pioneer Heritage Museum in nearby Marengo, also home to a Carnegie Library. Throw in a line at Lake Iowa, near Millersburg or hike around the scenic 600-acre park, 319-655-8465.

View the Iowa Baseball Museum of Norway in the Baseball Capital of Iowa! See how small-town baseball developed into 20 State High School Championships, produced many major and minor leaguers, and inspired the movie, "The Final Season." Just a few miles north of Amana, the museum is located at 112 East Railroad Street, Norway.

Home of the University of Iowa and internationally recognized University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City and Coralville are located 18 miles to the east. The University of Iowa offers several museums, including Iowa's first capitol building. Downtown Iowa City provides unique shopping, art, entertainment and dining experiences. The Iowa Children's Museum is located in the Coral Ridge Mall.

Just 30 miles from the Amana Colonies, Kalona is the largest Amish settlement west of the Mississippi. Also known as The Quilt Capital of Iowa -- Kalona is home to many unique shops from quilting supplies and antiques to upscale home accessories and furniture. Visit the Kalona Historical Village to learn about pioneer life.

At Tanger, every day is a sale day. Find the latest fashions, home furnishings and accessories at unbeatable prices. Buy direct from over 55 brand name stores. Located in Williamsburg, Tanger Outlet Center is just minutes from the Amana Colonies.

Located 30 miles east of Amana is the home of our nation's 31st president, Herbert Hoover. Visit the changing exhibits at the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library/Museum and National Historic Site. Another must-see is Hoover's birthplace cottage, his father's blacksmith shop, the Quaker Meeting House, and the gravesites of President and Mrs. Hoover.