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Czech heritage and Cedar River island city
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About Cedar Rapids
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
June, July, August, September
Things to do in Cedar Rapids
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Weather by month
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January
-2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
-1C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
8C
Cold, with occasional showers.
April
15C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
July
28C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
September
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
8C
Cold, with occasional showers.
December
3C
Cold, with occasional showers.
Cedar Rapids rebuilt itself with real ambition after devastating floods in 2008, and the result is a riverside city with a striking new public library, a thriving arts scene anchored by the National Czech & Slovak Museum, and the surreal Grant Wood murals tucked inside its post office. It's an unpretentious slice of eastern Iowa, surrounded by some of the richest farmland in the country.
Best areas to stay in Cedar Rapids
NewBo (New Bohemia)
A revitalised arts district with a year-round farmers market, breweries, and galleries housed in old industrial buildings.
Czech Village
Historic shops and bakeries celebrating the city's Czech and Slovak heritage, just across the river from NewBo.
Downtown
The civic core, including the striking Cedar Rapids Public Library and Theatre Cedar Rapids.
Kingston Village
A small entertainment district near the river with restaurants and bars popular on weekend evenings.
Getting to Cedar Rapids
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Flights
The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) has direct connections to several major US hubs including Chicago and Denver.
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From London
~11-13 hours from London via a connecting US hub.
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Getting around
A car is recommended; NewBo, Czech Village, and downtown are each walkable but spread across the river from one another.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cedar Rapids?
Late spring through early autumn offers the best weather for the riverfront trails and outdoor festivals like the NewBo City Market.
How do I get around Cedar Rapids?
A car is the most practical option, though the downtown and NewBo (New Bohemia) districts are walkable once you've parked.
What is Cedar Rapids known for?
It has the largest Czech and Slovak heritage population in the US, celebrated at the National Czech & Slovak Museum and Library, and is also the birthplace of artist Grant Wood.
Is Cedar Rapids worth a stop on a road trip?
Yes — it's a manageable, friendly city with good museums and restaurants, ideal as a one- or two-night break between Chicago and Des Moines.
What food should I try in Cedar Rapids?
Kolaches (Czech pastries) from the Czech Village, alongside a growing craft brewery and farm-to-table scene in NewBo.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
The Czech & Slovak museum was far more interesting than I expected, and the kolaches in Czech Village were a real treat.
Vera S. · October 2023
★★★★☆
NewBo on a Saturday morning, with the market in full swing, has a great community feel. Some excellent breweries nearby too.
Dan W. · June 2024
★★★★☆
A nice, quiet stop with more culture than I expected from a smaller Iowa city. The new library building is genuinely beautiful.
Marie L. · September 2023
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