Quick Summary: Clinton Iowa is located about 2.5 hours due west of Chicago, on the banks of the Mississippi. This pretty little town has many attractions for visitors including a genuine small-town atmosphere. A good place to start your visit would be the riverfront marina which has several amenities including a swimming pool and splash-park as well as biking and pedestrian paths. Here you will also find the Clinton Area Showboat Theater, which presents a full calendar of theatrical performances. Families can have hours of educational fun at the Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center.


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1. Eagle Point Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Eagle Point Park | What to See in Clinton, Iowa
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2. Clinton Area Showboat Theater ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Clinton Area Showboat Theater | What to See in Clinton, Iowa
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3. Bickelhaupt Arboretum

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Bickelhaupt Arboretum | What to See in Clinton, Iowa
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4. Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center

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Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center | What to See in Clinton, Iowa
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5. Candlelight Inn

Candlelight Inn | What to See in Clinton, Iowa
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