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Visit the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Hike in Mines of Spain Recreation Area
Ride the Fenelon Place Elevator
Go for a walk in Eagle Point Park
See the historic Clock Tower
Admire American art at the Dubuque Museum of Art
Visit Veteran’s Memorial Plaza
Go wine tasting at Stone Cliff Winery
See the Julien Dubuque Monument
Book a tour of the Crystal Lake Cave
View the free public art exhibit on the Mississippi Riverwalk
Ski down Sundown Mountain
View Shot Tower
See a play at Bell Tower Theater
Step back in time at the Mathias Ham House
Enjoy the views from the Dubuque Water Trail
Watch a Dubuque Symphony Orchestra performance on vacation
Try your luck at Diamond Jo Casino
Visit Q Casino
Check into the Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark
Explore the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Dubuque, Iowa, started as a small lead mining town, but by the end of the 18th century it had grown into a modern city with a thriving port, an excellent art scene, and fantastic outdoor spaces. The best place to learn about the mighty Mississippi and the creatures that live in it is The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium.
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