The best things to do in Cedar Rapids

11 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Airport National Golf Course packs 27 holes, a full driving range, practice greens, lighted mini golf, and year-round simulators. If you…

3001 Wright Brothers Blvd E

Airport National Golf Course packs 27 holes, a full driving range, practice greens, lighted mini golf, and year-round simulators. If you want some friendly pressure, jump into their leagues or the open-to-everyone Wednesday Individual Game, then celebrate the good shots like a local hero.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Czech neighborhood with craft shops and coffee houses plus 2 award-winning museums.

208 12th Ave SE G

Czech neighborhood with craft shops and coffee houses plus 2 award-winning museums.

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Charming country club featuring a golf course along with a pool and tennis courts.

550 27th St Dr SE

Charming country club featuring a golf course along with a pool and tennis courts.

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Elegant space with a balcony for weddings, parties, meetings and other events.

1202 3rd St SE #200

Elegant space with a balcony for weddings, parties, meetings and other events.

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Family-friendly 18-hole mini-golf course with water obstacles and evening hours.

3800 42nd St NE

Family-friendly 18-hole mini-golf course with water obstacles and evening hours.

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Easy to walk course with simple greens made for beginners, plus a mini golf course.

3800 42nd St NE

Easy to walk course with simple greens made for beginners, plus a mini golf course.

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Bright water park featuring zero-entry entry areas, diving boards, 25-yard and 50-meter lap lanes, waterslides and play areas for all ages.

341 Stoney Point Rd NW

Bright water park featuring zero-entry entry areas, diving boards, 25-yard and 50-meter lap lanes, waterslides and play areas for all ages.

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Over 7,000 works on display with emphasis on 20th-century American art plus classes for all ages.

410 3rd Ave SE

Over 7,000 works on display with emphasis on 20th-century American art plus classes for all ages.

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Membership-only country club with meeting spaces, dining, and a golf driving range.

1 Zach Johnson Dr N E

Membership-only country club with meeting spaces, dining, and a golf driving range.

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Walk-on option featuring 9 holes (some with water), plus carts, friendly staff and small greens.

1500 E Maple St (Central City)

Walk-on option featuring 9 holes (some with water), plus carts, friendly staff and small greens.

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Ellis Golf Course

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Public golf course offering challenging greens and generous fairways, plus a new clubhouse.

1401 Zika Ave NW

Public golf course offering challenging greens and generous fairways, plus a new clubhouse.

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