7 days in Northeast Iowa Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): examine the collection at John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum, take in the exciting artwork at Phelps Youth Pavilion, then shop like a local with Waterloo Center for the Arts, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at LIttle Brown Church in the Vale, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and then take a stroll through Cedar Falls Main Street.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Waterloo route planning app.

New York City to Waterloo is an approximately 16.5-hour car ride. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Waterloo is minus 1 hour. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from New York City in October; daily highs in Waterloo reach 63°F and lows reach 41°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Marquette.

Eagles Landing Winery and Bily Clocks Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Venture out of the city with trips to Decorah (Vesterheim, Toppling Goliath Brewing Company, &more).

To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Marquette trip planner.

Getting from Waterloo to Marquette by car takes about 2 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Marquette can reach 62°F, while at night they dip to 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can drive back home.