Cedar Rapids Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Cedar Rapids

Originally home to the Fox and Sac people, white settlers thought the river rapids were suitable for building a mill, and the river itself was handy for exporting goods. Later, a major meatpacking industry used ice taken from the river plus the rail networks to sustain its growth. The city attracted Czech immigrants in the latter part of the 19th century.

Top Attractions in Cedar Rapids

Explore the best things to see and do in Cedar Rapids:

• ★African American Museum of Iowa
• ★Cedar Rapids Downtown District
• ★Cedar Rapids History Center
• ★Cedar Rapids Kernels
• ★Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
• ★Cedar Valley Nature Trail
• ★Indian Creek Nature Center
• ★National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Where to Eat in Cedar Rapids

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴The Flying Wienie
• 🍴The Irish Democrat
• 🍴The Starlite Room

Where to Stay in Cedar Rapids

• 🏨DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex
• 🏨Fairfield Inn & Suites Cedar Rapids Hotel
• 🏨Tru by Hilton Cedar Rapids Westdale

Cedar Rapids Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: