📍 Cedar Falls, Iowa

Best of Cedar Falls, IA

The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Cedar Falls, IA — mapped and organized by category.

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About Cedar Falls

Cedar Falls is a city in Black Hawk County, Iowa, with a population of 40,713 as of the 2020 census. It serves as the home to the University of Northern Iowa, a public university.

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Ice House

Located in The Terraces, this attraction is a historic building constructed in 1921. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1977 and currently operates as the Ice House Museum.

The building is located in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

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Best Hotels in Cedar Falls

9 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.

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Best Restaurants in Cedar Falls

48 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.

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Best Cafés & Coffee in Cedar Falls

12 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.

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Best Bars & Nightlife in Cedar Falls

20 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.

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Best Things to Do in Cedar Falls

5 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.

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Best Shops in Cedar Falls

23 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.

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Best Parks & Outdoors in Cedar Falls

69 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.

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