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Local Attractions

Local Attractions and Areas of Interest Key: 

  • A  = Attraction – place of interest - unique, inviting 

  • F = Family Activity – activities for everyone to do 

  • R  = Restaurant,  Food, Coffee Shop  

 

St. Donatus, Iowa:   Accessible via side by side along with your vehicle

  • Historical Gehlen Stone Barn – Home of Beer in the Barn Brewery – great brews & pizza – Great music and outdoor atmosphere (101 North Main, St. Donatus) (A) 

  • Kalmes Restaurant - Serving great food for over 170 years – has a full menu and special offerings for the Luxembourger in you –the buttered noodles & ribeye's are amazing  (100 North Main, St. Donatus) (R)

  • St. Donatus Church and Outdoor Way of the Cross - The first outdoor Way of the Cross in the United States is located behind the church with 14 "Stations" each depicting a lithograph of Christ's journey to his crucifixion.  At the top is the Pieta Chapel, inside the chapel is a replica of Michelangelo's marble sculpture of Jesus Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary.  

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Bellevue: Accessible via HWY 52 and county roads/trails via side by side 

  • Off Shore Resort  - Great food, bar vibe, seasonal outdoor music right on the Mighty Mississippi.  Great views, lots of entertainment with outdoor pool complex and event center.  The happening place for all seasons. (4115 N Riverview St., Bellevue) (A)(F (R) 

  • River Ridge Brewery – Brews and Views along the Mighty Mississippi, locally owned, community-driven, right on the water. Crafting great beer and unforgettable experiences.  Views are unique and it is well worth the visit! (303 S Riverview St, Bellevue) (A) (R)  

  • Brush Creek Winery – Family owned and operated – offering wine, fruits, juices and more. (16415 298th Avenue, Bellevue)  (A) 

  • Bellevue Golf Course – Beautiful 9-hole public course overlooking the Mississippi River offering incredible views of the river and Chestnut Mountain Ski Resort (Galena, IL).  Narrow fairways are lined with various types of trees and offers views of the countryside along with occasional sites of deer, geese and other wildlife.    Fun backroad ride on a side-by-side.  Within two miles of Off Shore. (32292 395th Avenue, Bellevue) 

  • Moore’s Coffee Shop – create for the java that you need! (R) 

  • Bellevue State Park – Nelson Unit – Butterfly Garden (A)(F) 

  • Bellevue River Walk – goes end to end across town on Highway 52 (A)(F) 

  • Stores along Front Street – seasonal market – check for dates/times (A) 

  • Bellevue Bowling Alley & Pizza – enjoy a day bowling at the lanes and stay for some good pizza (F)(R)  

  • Second Street Station – restaurant (R)       

 

Dubuque: 

  • National River & Aquarium Museum – A wonderful adventure for the full family.  The museum is dedicated to educating, preserving and telling the story and the history of the Mighty Mississippi River.   The property is AZA and Smithsonian Certified and offers a hands-on approach to the show and feel the story.  Great experience for all ages. (350 E 3rd St.) (A)(F)(R) 

  • Q Casino & Resort includes family friendly Island Social (food and fun for all) – Visit and enjoy.  Dine and play Duck Bowling and Axe Throwing – Great fun for all  ages.  Seasonal outdoor concerts offering all music genres.  Check the site for artists and tickets. 

        (1855 Greyhound Park Rd) (A)(F)(R) 

  • Creativity Lab – Great place for littles to explore and develop their creativity!  (210 Jones St Suite 100) (F) 

  • Fenelon Place Elevator – The World’s Shortest & Steepest Railroad! Seasonal (512 Fenelon Place) (A)(F) 

  • Czipar’s Apple Orchard – Seasonal (A)(F) 

  • Schuster’s Pumpkin Patch - Seasonal (A)(F) 

  • Eagle Point Park – Gorgeous view overlooking the Mighty Mississippi River and overlooking Lock & Dam 11 – with sights far into Wisconsin and a view of boats and barges locking through the dam (A)(F) 

  • American Lady – boat tour of the Mississippi River near Dubuque (A)(F) 

  • Sundown Mountain & Ski Resort – great ski hills west of Dubuque  (A)(F)(R) 

  • Bike trails around the City (F) 

  • Mines of Spain – hit the trails and explore the rolling hills of Dubuque including Julien Dubuque’s grave  (A)(F) 

  • Mississippi Riverwalk (A) 

  • Brazen - unique farm to table restaurant (R)       

  • Peppersprout Restaurant – unique seasonal menus and great atmosphere (R)

  • Woodfire Grill – wonderful food and wine and drinks within the Diamond Jo Casino (R) 

 

Check local events to see all the offerings during your visit 

 

Surrounding  Areas: 

  • Field of Dreams – Dyersville, Iowa, home of Textiles and other good places 

  • Park Farm Winery – Thielen Road – beautiful property, outdoor paradise and great wine 

  • Tycoga Vineyard & Winery – DeWitt, Iowa – beautiful property and great wine 

  • Chestnut Mountain – Ski Resort with summer fun activities for the family 

  • Downtown Galena shopping and eateries – unique historical town with eclectic shops and eateries 

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