Avelo flights to Dubuque

Dubuque, IA

Come experience Dubuque, Iowa, the “Masterpiece on the Mississippi”. As the oldest city in Iowa, Dubuque is rich in history and built for an exciting future. Stroll through our city and you will find impressive historic architecture, a re-energized downtown, a riverfront that showcases the majesty of the Mississippi River and beautiful landscapes with breathtaking views. Our city offers something for every traveler, from excellent accommodations and conference space to award-winning restaurants, nationally acclaimed museums, charming shops, and picturesque parks and trails. Art, history, culture, adventure, food, and fun are at your fingertips in Dubuque, Iowa.

Can you say baseball?

Dubuque Regional Airport is the closest airport to the Field of Dreams movie site in Dyersville, Iowa. Major league baseball has played two games at the movie site in the last two years, and there are tours and an event center on site. Experience this magical field and farm where dreams really do come true, and you can even rent the field for private use!

Crystal Lake Cave

If spelunking is up your alley, you’ll definitely want to check out Crystal Lake Cave! Located outside Dubuque under the Iowa corn fields, you’ll find the most amazing crystals, stalactites, and stalagmites!

Casinos

There are two large casinos in Dubuque Iowa, the Diamond Jo and the Q Casino (formally the Mystique). They are more than just places to gamble; they have other facilities and restaurants along with offering live entertainment.

Eagle Point Park

Head up to Eagle Point Park for the most amazing views of the Mississippi River and Lock and Dam 11, plus Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin!

Fenelon Place Elevator

The shortest, steepest funicular railway is definitely an iconic attraction in Dubuque. Take a few extra minutes to learn the history of this elevator because it’s an interesting story of one man wanting a shortcut to work. Every day, his gardener would haul him up and down several times a day so he could quickly and easily get home from work. Learn more here.

Galena, Illinois

Carefully preserved nineteenth-century buildings set into the Mississippi River Valley paint the backdrop of the northwest hideaway. Shop the iconic downtown, sip wine at local vineyards, visit championship golf courses, or hit the slopes at Chestnut Mountain Resort. Learn more things to do at Galena here.

Mines of Spain Recreation area

Plan some time to hike on Dubuque’s most iconic trails with scenic overlooks and views of the old quarry, the three-quarter mile Horseshoe Bluff Nature Trail. If you need accessible trails, you’ll find one there too! The John and Alice Butler Trail is a half-mile ADA paved trail near the EB Lyon’s Center. For more information, visit Mines of Spain.

Mississippi Riverboat cruises

Take a sunset, happy hour, lunch, or dinner cruise on the American Lady Yacht from Schmitt Island. If you’re lucky, the captain may let you drive the boat! Many other river boats cruise into Port of Dubuque as well! In fact, you can cruise all the way up the Mississippi River from New Orleans if you want! Shorter cruises are also available from the Quad Cities, including on the Riverboat Twilight.

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

One of two Smithsonian affiliated museums in Dubuque, the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium is a must-see when traveling to the area with family in tow. Interactive displays, curious critters, and an outdoor campus with river views are all included with the price of admission! Part aquarium, part museum, part science center, the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium inspires stewardship by creating educational experiences where history and rivers come alive! Their 14-acre campus on the banks of the Mississippi River features two separate two-story buildings and an expansive outdoor plaza. The Museum & Aquarium is home to over 100 species of animals and thousands of historic artifacts.

Sundown Mountain

If you like skiing, you’ll want to check out Sundown Mountain. Featuring 21 ski runs and two terrain parks for snowboarding, Sundown is a fun place to explore.

Dubuque Regional Airport

Located just nine (9) miles from downtown Dubuque, Dubuque Regional Airport offers convenient access to visitors going to and from Dubuque, IA and nearby cities in Wisconsin and Illinois. Visitors can go from bag claim to the Mississippi River in under 15 minutes.