Dubuque Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fourth Street Elevator featuring landscape views and a small town or village
Dubuque showing a sunset, modern architecture and a bridge
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium featuring marine life
Dubuque
Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens featuring wild flowers and a garden

Where to stay in Dubuque

Downtown Dubuque featuring modern architecture and a river or creek as well as a large group of people

Downtown Dubuque

Travellers come to Downtown Dubuque for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Five Flags Center and Dubuque Museum of Art while you're in town.

Downtown Dubuque
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Historic Millwork District

While Historic Millwork District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Five Flags Center and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.

Historic Millwork District
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

3.5 out of 5
350 Bell St, Dubuque, IA
The price is 4.980.717 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
4.980.717 ₫
6.375.319 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Close to the river. I liked the walking area. I wish it was longer for my run and walk, but it's lovely and well maintained. It would be a great place to bring our grandchildren!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark
Hotel Julien Dubuque

Hotel Julien Dubuque

3.5 out of 5
200 Main Street, Dubuque, IA
The price is 3.298.387 ₫ per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
3.298.387 ₫
3.722.616 ₫ total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
Hotel Julien Dubuque
Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

2 out of 5
1111 Dodge St, Dubuque, IA
The price is 1.344.666 ₫ per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
1.344.666 ₫
1.506.026 ₫ total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
"I liked the quiet secluded location and the fact there was a good-sized dining area and food service."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque
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< 1 Mi to Downtown: Historic Dubuque Gem!

< 1 Mi to Downtown: Historic Dubuque Gem!

3 out of 5
Dubuque, IA
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Dubuque. Enjoy free parking, a marina and air conditioning. Popular attractions St. Luke's United Methodist Church and Carnegie-Stout ...
"Little warm in back room, little nervous about neighborhood but differently diamond in rough"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2024

< 1 Mi to Downtown: Historic Dubuque Gem!
Moon River Cabins

Moon River Cabins

3 out of 5
905 South Riverview Dr, Bellevue, IA
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Bellevue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sarge O'Neil Park and Bellevue State Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
A perfect weekend getaway!
"Our stay was wonderfully relaxing. Our only issue were the rain storms but that was the fault of Mother Nature. The owner was in contact with us and responded quickly to our questions. The view was calming and the cabin was quiet. We plan to return next year."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Moon River Cabins
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Popular places to visit

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium which includes interior views

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Make time to visit the sea animals who live in National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium during your trip to Dubuque. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
Crystal Lake Cave showing caves

Crystal Lake Cave

Explore the great outdoors at Crystal Lake Cave, a lovely green space in Dubuque. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Crystal Lake Cave
Mines of Spain Recreation Area which includes a park

Mines of Spain State Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Mines of Spain State Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Dubuque. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mines of Spain State Recreation Area
Eagle Point Park featuring a garden

Eagle Point Park

Explore the great outdoors at Eagle Point Park, a lovely green space in Dubuque. Make time to visit the area's casinos or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Eagle Point Park
Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens featuring a park and a pond as well as an individual female

Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Dubuque. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Fourth Street Elevator showing landscape views and a small town or village

Fourth Street Elevator

You can find out about the history of Dubuque with a visit to Fourth Street Elevator. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Fourth Street Elevator

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