Things to do & places to visit in Muscatine, Iowa, United States

Muscatine city in Iowa, United States. Timezone: America/Chicago, current date and time: Friday, May 03, 2024, 1:49.

Top things to do (19)

Top places to visit (25 attractions)

5.0 Muscatine Art Center (26 reviews)
- A TRUE GEM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums • History Museums

Once the private home of a lumber heiress, the Musser Museum features many distinctive architectural details of the Edwardian period. The adjoining Stanley Gallery hosts national, traveling art exhibitions. Funded in part by the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Muscatine Art Center is one of only 802 museums nationwide accredited by the American Association of Museums. This honor signifies that the Art Center has undergone a rigorous and lengthy process involving intensive self-examination, peer review and a thorough examination by the Accreditation Commission. Accreditation by the AAM means the Muscatine Art Center is recognized for demonstrating excellence and operating in accordance with the best practices and highest standards in the field. See more..
5.0 Contrary Brewing Company (19 reviews)
- Wonderful brewery
Friday: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

Stopped at this brewery on a Sunday afternoon. Live music, with the talented Monica Austin, and a wonderful selection appetizers. Tried several of their beers and enjoyed every one of them. Can’t wait to go back and sit on the patio with a view of the Mississippi. See more..
5.0 Missipi Brew (5 reviews)
- Super Friendly Service
Friday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM Bars & Clubs
Double check the hours of service. On this it said it was closed. But it was open when we drove past and decided to stop for dinner. They have a fun menu of American cuisine. My teenage boys loved their burgers with creamy Mac n Cheese on it. Different and fun. We sat out on the patio with a beautiful view of the Mississippi River and State Park. Our server was very fun and super friendly. Note: We thought this was a brewery. Don't get misled by the name. There is one right down the street that I'm about to review too. See more..
5.0 Environmental Learning Center (4 reviews)
- Awesome Nature Center
Lessons & Workshops

Live Snakes, Fish, Turtles, Raptors (Hawks & Owls) & lots of taxidermy in natural settings. Cool for kids and even adults. See more..
5.0 The Junk Asylum (3 reviews)
- Amazed!!
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

i was in this unique vintage store recently and was so thrilled to see some of the things I saw. so many things took me down memory lane! If you go in there and dont walk out with something, then there is something wrong with you! lol! the owner, Lorie, is the most humble and accomodating lady. She knows so much about this business! I understood she used to be in Eldridge, Iowa on Leclaire Rd but recently moved to this location in Muscatine and they are lucky to have her there! go in and look around and walk out with something! you wont regret it. See more..
5.0 Mike's Hilltop Tap (2 reviews)
- Had a great time!!
Friday: 6:00 AM - 2:00 AM Bars & Clubs

This is a good crowd with lots of good people to interact with. It's a calm place to be with a regular crowd of people. See more..
5.0 Creations by Oz (2 reviews)
- Fun and unique!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality & Gift Shops
I had heard of this place but had not been there. It was pleasantly surprised. It's a fun store. They have great wines and dipping oils. Some fun signs. The jewelry is all hand made. Great quality and beautiful. Lots of other surprises also. Check it out! See more..
5.0 Artists of Muscatine (1 review)
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries
Muscatines largest art gallery, featuring local and regional artists, photographers, and authors. This is the perfect place to pick up a painting or photograph of Muscatine landmarks to remember your trip by. See more..
4.5 National Pearl Button Museum (61 reviews)
- Highly Recommend!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour History Museums

The ultimate museum for the pearl button enthusiast! The pearl button industry - the "gold rush of the Midwest" - was centered in Muscatine, the Pearl Button Capital of the World, in the early 1900s. We feature Muscatine's entrepreneurial, ecological, & philanthropic stories from the 1890s to modern times. Free entry, donations welcomed. See more..
4.5 Pine Creek Grist Mill (60 reviews)
- Pretty spot to relax
Historic Sites

Came on Tue Oct 6 in the early afternoon. Great weather, great state park, etc. The mill is very neat and it's pretty and relaxing to sit and watch the water. We weren't able to get inside.... only downfall. See more..
4.5 Wildcat Den State Park (22 reviews)
- "A Great Place To Visit Anytime Of The Year"
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas

Wildcat Den has always been a favorite place of mine. Unlike our neighboring state of Illinois, the state parks in Iowa remain open during this unusual time of the COVID-19 Virus. When I visited Wildcat Den there were numerous families there enjoying the crisp, sunny day. I even encountered two men from a neighboring city in Illinois running their remote controlled trucks in a stream bed.Granted, everyone was observing "social distancing". Wildcat Den is known for the rock features such as the Punch Bowl and Steamboat Rock and you'll get a good workout as the trails wind up and down the terrain. As with many state parks, the trails lack maintenance because there is never enough staff to make needed repairs. As a result you'll be going around staircases that have been damaged due to erosion. At this time when other states are closing parks, I can't find much fault with that. It was just great to enjoy this natural wonder! See more..
4.5 Discovery Park (21 reviews)
- Best location in town for daytime walk
Parks

Best location in town for daytime walks, including walking dog. Nice pond for fishing- have had some luck with blue gills and small bass. See more..
4.5 Weed Park (12 reviews)
- Mature trees and a vista of the Miss River, great water park
Spent 2-3 hours Parks • Hiking Trails

Old park with mature trees, lovely gardens well kept and a great swimming hole for the family. Shelters for rent for group picnics See more..
4.5 Muscatine Municipal Golf Course (8 reviews)
- Very Nice Municipal Course
Friday: 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Golf Courses
Good older course, it is in excellent condition, and very good tee-time rates. We were quite pleased! See more..
4.5 Mark Twain Overlook (6 reviews)
- Good views of the river, the bridge and downtown
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts

It was an easy walk from Muscatine downtown. You will have to climb some stairs to get to the top and get winded. It is a small park with some tables and chairs and a memorial to Mark Twain's stay in Muscatine. Perhaps, this could be a good spot for a picnic with views of downtown Muscatine, the Mississippi river and the bridge across the river. There are a few restaurants at the bottom of the hill. See more..
4.0 Muscatine Aquatic Center (16 reviews)
- best water for kids to play in.
Friday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Water Parks

While in town for a family reunion, it was great to have such a wonderful place for the families to go. Lots of variety and fun for all! See more..
4.0 Deep Lakes Park (13 reviews)
- I Never Thought.....
Parks

This 425-acre county park features over 120 acres of small lakes and ponds amongst a landscape of grassy/brushy areas and sand dunes. See more..
4.0 Fridley's Palms Theatre (4 reviews)
- Great prices &service
Spent 1-2 hours Theaters
Went to see the Patroit on Tuesday for the discount day price was right & drink / popcorn was very reasonable Customer service was great! See more..
4.0 Land of the Swamp White Oak Preserve (3 reviews)
- Birds, deer, flowers, and more
Nature & Wildlife Areas

This is a conservation area run by the nature conservancy. Open to the public. Official office is in Letts Iowa (Louisa County) While the Preserve is north in Muscatine county See more..
Sticks N' Stones Bar & Billiards (0 review)
Friday: 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Bars & Clubs
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Hubble's Tap (0 review)
Bars & Clubs

Hubble's Tap, in Muscatine, IA, is the leading bar and lounge serving New Boston, Wilton, Blue Grass, Durant, Andalusia and surrounding areas since 1929. We offer local, import and domestic beers, cocktails, seltzers, happy hour, pizza, chips, outside seating, pool tables, darts and much more. For a fun time out, visit Hubble's Tap in Muscatine. See more..
The HallTree Boutique (0 review)
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

We're The HallTree Boutique and we've been a boutique here in Muscatine, IA, since 2008. Family owned and operated, the owner Kathy loves clothing, she was born and raised in Muscatine, loves the community and her customers. Customer service is key for Kathy. She took her time to make sure she hired good, local staff to help keep the store locally operated. We specialize in unique clothing. We're looking forward to growing our business and partnering with Muscatine, Mercer, Rock Island, and Scott counties' consumers to continue to serve the community. We'd like to personally invite you to stop by today and check out our amazing selection of unique women's clothing. See more..
Bullpen Sports Bar (0 review)
Bars & Clubs
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Sweetland Farmstead (0 review)
Wineries & Vineyards
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Wild Thing (0 review)
Antique Shops

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