University Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Old Capitol Museum
Gaze up at the emblematic golden dome that tops the roof of a historic building containing the region’s cultural gems.
Iowa Old Capitol Building
You can find out about the history of Iowa City with a visit to Iowa Old Capitol Building. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
Marvel at a gigantic whale skeleton, see an impressive cyclorama of a Hawaiian bird island and spot the giant panda.
University of Iowa
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Iowa during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
If University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City.
Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Catch an event at Carver-Hawkeye Arena during your trip to Iowa City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
Top hotels in University Heights
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
Outstanding place. Clean comfortable extremely well kept. Great bar and restaurant. Terrific service.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
Room was hot
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Finding a hotel or restaurant that serves breakfast on Christmas Day is always a challenge. My stay was motivated by not having to travel 45 minutes home after midnight mass. The price was great, given the extra safety of staying near the parish (walking distance). I am not used to below ground parking ...
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
Check in staff was very friendly and pleasant. Room was clean and comfortable and breakfast was great!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
Everything was fine.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Miller Orchard
When in Miller Orchard, you can plan a visit to Kinnick Stadium and Old Capitol Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Manville Heights
While Manville Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater.
Mann
While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Old Capitol Building.
Northside
Northside might not have many top sights, but University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Old Capitol Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
College Hill
While College Hill isn't home to many top sights, Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
