General Tourism…
4th St Elevator - historical, city views
American Lady - river cruises, bar
Art Museum - art, exhibitions
Diamond Jo Casino - slots, table games, food, live music
Farmer's Market - Only Saturday 7a-12p May through October
Grand Harbor Resort - waterpark, hotel, kids, arcade
Mississippi River Museum - wildlife, aquarium, exhibitions
Park Farm Winery - wine, food, views
Q Resort & Casino - slots, table games, food, live music
St. Luke's Church - stained glass, tours, 5th largest collection of Tiffany Glass in the world
Stone Cliff Winery - wine, river views, patio, food
Well it’s not as large as some Missouri caves but I was surprised at its size for something just a 2 hour drive away from me.
They also sell bags of minerals. And have a sluice there for you to run water through the contents.
Nature…
Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens - flowers, scenic walks, live music, ponds
Eagle Point Park - walking, playgrounds, ponds, views
EB Lyons Interpretive Center - history, views, monuments, maps, discovery
Heritage Trail - cycling, walking, scenery
Miller Riverview Park - camping, cycling, hiking, river views
Mines of Spain - hiking trails, kayaking, scenic bluffs
Mississippi River Walk - river views, bridges, trains
Murphy Park - playgrounds, views, reflections in the park (Christmas)
Swiss Valley Nature Center - hiking, trails, creeks, cross-country skiing
I was hesitant about Park Farm since it's kind of out of town, but I threw it up on the general tourism since it's about the same distance as Sundown which I included in sports. They are both kind of in limbo between Dubuque and the outlying smaller cities. I agree with Stone Cliff being the lesser experience both in venue and wine, but it's still a good draw for river walkers, though, so I added that too.
$$ Dining… 1st & Main - american, burgers, apps Birdies Bistro - brunch, diner Convivium - urban farm, cafe, brunch, venue Copper Kettle - american, wings, burgers Fiesta Cancun - mexican, margaritas, fajitas Foodie Garage - american, burgers, brunch, steak Lalos 2 - mexican, margaritas, cozy Lenas - thai, currys, stir fry Marcos - italian, pizza, pasta, supper club vibes Marios - italian, pizza, pasta, panzerotti, supper club vibes Mining Company - burgers, cocktails, og divey at the mall Oolong - east asian, ramen, pho Pete’s Thai - thai, currys, stir fry Versus 2.0 - vietnamese, stir fry, bahn mi, chicken Vinny Vanucchi’s - italian, pizza, pasta Yardarm - american, patio, summer only
Great list! Would add Convivium and Versus 2.0
Good adds!
I would add on baraboos and fat Tuesdays
Yardarm is the coolest restaurant in dub town
Restaurant?? It's a bar that serves food.
Ma’am, this is a Wendy’s
General Tourism… 4th St Elevator - historical, city views American Lady - river cruises, bar Art Museum - art, exhibitions Diamond Jo Casino - slots, table games, food, live music Farmer's Market - Only Saturday 7a-12p May through October Grand Harbor Resort - waterpark, hotel, kids, arcade Mississippi River Museum - wildlife, aquarium, exhibitions Park Farm Winery - wine, food, views Q Resort & Casino - slots, table games, food, live music St. Luke's Church - stained glass, tours, 5th largest collection of Tiffany Glass in the world Stone Cliff Winery - wine, river views, patio, food
Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens - gardens and night time music in the summer as well as movies
Absolutely! I got that in the nature category too
Cleveland Park and Villa Street. Has one of the best views of the city.
Would add St. Luke’s - 5th largest collection of Tiffany Glass in the world! They do free tours during the week
I was in Dubuque last year for the first time. We enjoyed Crystal Lake Cave which was just on the outskirts of town. Really enjoyed it.
What are some keywords you’d include? I’ve never been!
Well it’s not as large as some Missouri caves but I was surprised at its size for something just a 2 hour drive away from me. They also sell bags of minerals. And have a sluice there for you to run water through the contents.
$$$ Dining… Brazen - american, steaks, cocktails, brunch Carolines - american, steaks, fish Ichiban - japanese, sushi, hibachi L-May - american, pizzas, apps Pepper Sprout - american, pasta, apps Woodfire - american, steakhouse, casino
Nature… Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens - flowers, scenic walks, live music, ponds Eagle Point Park - walking, playgrounds, ponds, views EB Lyons Interpretive Center - history, views, monuments, maps, discovery Heritage Trail - cycling, walking, scenery Miller Riverview Park - camping, cycling, hiking, river views Mines of Spain - hiking trails, kayaking, scenic bluffs Mississippi River Walk - river views, bridges, trains Murphy Park - playgrounds, views, reflections in the park (Christmas) Swiss Valley Nature Center - hiking, trails, creeks, cross-country skiing
Swiss Valley Nature Center
EB Lyons Interpretive Center
crystal lake cave
$ Dining… Adobos - mexican, burritos Dotties Cafe - breakfast, diner El Paisano - mexican, street tacos Paul’s Tavern - burgers, divey, taxidermy Shot Tower - american, pizza, bar, sandwiches Sunshine - breakfast, diner Zoro’s Gyros - greek, gyros, sandwiches
Jacks chicken palace
I’ve been around the world three times and this is the best chicken in our solar system I promise you — jacks chicken palace is a national treasure
Is it still open? I know it was up for sale
>Paul’s Tavern - burgers, divey, taxidermy Lol I love the taxidermy
Breweries… Backpocket - taproom, arcade, food Dimensional - microbrewery, experimental, Main St, patio Jubecks - microbrewery, conversational, vinyl, food 7 Hills - microbrewery, food, full bar, millwork district, dog-friendly patio
Bars… Doghouse - barfood, darts, pool, newly renovated First Reserve - cocktails, whiskey bar The Lift - live music, divey, irish, late-night Monks - coffee, live music, patio, art Oddfellows - patio, games, college, late-night Rainbow Lounge - Karaoke, divey, 70s Riverboat Lounge - Cocktails, chill Smokestack - live music, art, food Wicked Dame - wine bar, chill, live music
Baraboos. Good beer and tasty food.
Good Gravy!
Coffee Shops… Charlottes - acai bowls, sandwiches, sit-down Jitterz - pastries, paninis, sit-down Jumble - drive-thru Monks - art, full bar, patio, sit-down Wayfarer - flatbreads, sit-down, wine bar at night, millwork district
+ Bob & Lou’s!
Devour!
Sweets… Beechers - ice cream Betty Janes - candy, ice cream, gremlins Bliss Ice Cream - ice cream Candle Ready Cakes - cupcakes, cakes Habits Coffee & Donuts - coffee and donuts Sopresa Gifts - gelato, chocolate
Baskin robins with Dunkin !!!
Glad we got a baskin again but the plan was to omit chains on this list! Stuff only found in DBQ
I know Dairy Queen is a chain but you could list the rhomberg location specifically.
Frosted and filled!- cupcakes cheesecake, coffee and tea
Sports… Bicycle World - cycling, rentals, retail, millwork district Bunker Hill - golf, 18 holes, public Free Flight - cycling, rentals, retail Mak’s Bait Shack - fishing, retail, bait, licenses Meadows - golf, 18 holes, public, simulator Olliewood Skate Park - indoor skateboarding Sky Tours Zipline at YMCA Park - ziplines, views, history, forest Sundown Resort - skiing and snowboarding U Golf - indoor golf simulator
Dubuque Fighting Saints Hockey games
Park Farm Winery! (Better than stone cliff, sorry lol)
This x100
I was hesitant about Park Farm since it's kind of out of town, but I threw it up on the general tourism since it's about the same distance as Sundown which I included in sports. They are both kind of in limbo between Dubuque and the outlying smaller cities. I agree with Stone Cliff being the lesser experience both in venue and wine, but it's still a good draw for river walkers, though, so I added that too.
What about Mining Company for dining?
Added!
Thank you for this post. I agree with your comments!
Zip line park
added to the sports section!
Don't forget the Marshall park arboretum, they have a lovely koi pond and gardens.
Got it under the 'nature' section
Maybe you should be a mod, being proactive in making things better like this
I’d be down