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m i leag e Sioux City, IA
300 miles
Cedar Rapids, IA
70 miles
Davenport, IA
70 miles
Des Moines, IA
200 miles
Waterloo, IA
92 miles
Chicago, IL
183 miles
Springfield, IL
240 miles
Rochester, MN
206 miles
Minneapolis, MN
312 miles
Green Bay, WI
231 miles
Milwaukee, WI
160 miles
Madison, WI
90 miles
St. Louis, MO
337 miles
Dubuque, IA is nestled on the banks of the mighty Mississippi River. It is easy to access our community on four lane highways, through the Dubuque Regional Airport, which is serviced by American Eagle through Chicago, or on the river itself. With three motorcoach operators, Trolleys of Dubuque and rental companies located throughout the community, you will have no worries when getting around in Dubuque.
Tab le of Conte nts Welcome........................................................ 2 Service Checklist............................................. 3 Sample Itineraries.......................................... 4 Tour Enhancements........................................ 8 Attractions...................................................... 9 Hotels...........................................................12 Motorcoach Friendly Restaurants................16 Transportation..............................................19
On the Cover TOP: National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Rivers to the Sea Gallery BOTTOM: Mystique Casino, Dubuque River Rides | Spirit of Dubuque, Main Street, Fenelon Place Elevator
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Dubuque is enhancing accessibility for everyone who lives here and those who are visiting. Proudly Accessible Dubuque is an independent organization concerned with accessibility for all. Throughout this directory, look for the ďƒŠ symbol as they are businesses that have already received the Proudly Accessible Dubuque Certification. For more information, visit www.proudlyaccessibledubuque.com.
dubuque |
a destination reinvented.
From its history as the first town to be established in Iowa, to its reinvention as one of the most modern and friendly cities in the Midwest, Dubuque is a true vacation destination.
We welcome group tours of all sizes to visit our community year round and the Dubuque Convention & Visitors Bureau is always ready to roll out the red carpet for group tour planners. Let us help you with any of these group tour components:
Description of Service
Welcome Materials
Give us the number of people on your motorcoach and we will put together a welcome bag for each participant filled with Dubuque information and even some Dubuque goodies!
Itinerary Creation
From a one day trip to a four day excursion, the Dubuque area offers something for everyone. Take in our Historical Landmarks, our state-of-the-art facilities and attractions and our unique dining options. Take in the sights and sounds of one or more of our nearby communities and of course take a ride on the Mississippi River.
Lodging Coordination
Let the Dubuque CVB take care of gathering room rates for you, making it easier to decide where you want to stay. Choose from a wide variety of lodging facilities from limited service to full service properties.
Entertainment Venues Options
Need some entertainment ideas? Looking for something outside the box? We would be happy to assist you in finding that unique location or choose from one of our regular entertainment venues.
Dining Options
There are a variety of unique dining opportunities in Dubuqueland. Let us help you satisfy your group’s appetite.
Looking for a warm welcome to Dubuque or Step on Guide to showcase our community? The Dubuque CVB will be happy to arrange for a greeting when you arrive and the Dubuque County Historical Society also offers a wonderful Step on Guide Service available to all groups.
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Greeting Service
From hands on experiences to entertainment, to history and culture to local tastes and treats, let Dubuque be your next tour vacation reinvented. To start planning your Dubuque vacation, contact the Dubuque Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1.800.798.4748 or visit them online at www.traveldubuque.com
Dubuque Convention & Visitors Bureau
300 Main Street, Suite 200 Dubuque, IA | 52001 1.800.798.4748 | www.traveldubuque.com
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Wine Country |
2 days & 1 night
Start your day in part of the largest wine region in the United States with a Historic Downtown Tour of Dubuque. Learn how this first formed community of Iowa got its roots and how its foundation continues to keep Iowa on the map today. Since 1996, Bob and Nan Smith have been hand crafting wines at the Stone Cliff Winery. Today their popular winery sits on the banks of the Mississippi River and produces several award winning wines each year. Treat your group to a tour of their facility along with a tasting of several of their wines and go home with a souvenir wine glass. Lunch today takes you to the quaint northeast Iowa community of Balltown. Home to the oldest bar and restaurant in Iowa, Breitbach’s Country Dining has been in the family for 6 generations. Enjoy homemade entrees and pies along with great conversation with owner Mike Breitbach. Enjoy the afternoon glow at the Park Farm Winery. Located in the rolling hills of Northeast Iowa, this family owned winery mixes relaxation and breath taking views with their handcrafted wines for pure enjoyment for all of their guests. As the day comes to an end, your group will enjoy a calming cruise on the Spirit of Dubuque, Miss Dubuque Yacht or the American Lady Yacht. Enjoy dinner aboard while you sit back and relax on the Mississippi River.
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Galena, IL. A historic and charming northwest Illinois community that offers something for everyone. Just a short fifteen minute drive from Dubuque, your group will enjoy a visit to the community Ulysses S. Grant once called home. We will also include some time for shopping and entertainment. Before departing for home today, one last stop at a local winery is a must. Choose from Galena Cellars in Galena, IL or Brush Creek Winery in Bellevue, IA. With more than 30 years of wine making experience in Galena, Galena Cellars owner Scott Lawlor has been perfecting his technique to bring his guests the best glass of wine. Nestled in Jackson County, Brush Creek Winery features a variety of sweet and dry wines along with red, white and blush wines. The rural beauty of this property accompanied by its unique flavors make a visit here the perfect ending to your visit to the Dubuque area.
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Arts & Culture in the Key City | Julien Dubuque founded Dubuque in 1833. Today you can learn about how he made the “Key City” what it is. A visit to the Mines of Spain & Julien Dubuque Monument will give your group a glimpse of Dubuque’s past and future. 100 Tiffany Stained Glass Windows. That is just some of the beauty your group will see at St. Luke’s Methodist Church in downtown Dubuque. A guided tour gives the highlights of the first Methodist Church in Iowa. As the oldest cultural institution in the State of Iowa, established in 1874, the Dubuque Museum of Art features modern exhibits with unique collections and exhibitions. You won’t want to miss their large collection of Grant Wood paintings, truly a must see. Dubuque is alive with talent. Tonight enjoy a production at one of our unique theaters. The Bell Tower Theater, Grand Opera House and Five Flags Theater welcome your group to enjoy a show on your upcoming trip.
2 days & 1 night
The Mississippi River is the foundation of Dubuque. There is no other experience that offers you the history, culture and the story of the world’s third largest river than the one you will receive at the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium. Enjoy dynamic aquariums, hands on exhibits and a 30,000 gallon tank filled with live sharks, rays and more. Dubuque is home to the shortest, steepest railway in the United States. The Fenelon Place Elevator brings its guests 296 feet atop the bluffs of Dubuque for a spectacular view of church steeples, historic buildings and the Mississippi River. Cable Car Square at the bottom of the elevator offers shopping, sweet treats and wine sampling. Before leaving Dubuque today, take in the Art on the River exhibit located along the Riverwalk in the Port of Dubuque. Stroll the picturesque walkway near the Mississippi River and view unique exhibits from all over the country.
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[ national mississippi river museum & aquarium ]
[ Dubuque arboretum & Botanical gardens ]
Rolling on the River | Start or end your trip with a 100 mile cruise on the mighty Mississippi River aboard the River Cruises Twilight or Celebration River Cruises. Each cruise features food, fun, entertainment, relaxation and camaraderie. In 1989, Hollywood changed the outlook of Dyersville, IA. They built it and people came. The Field of Dreams Movie Site remains the community’s most popular attraction. Enjoy a guided tour with the farm’s owners, run the bases, or sit and dream. Dyersville is also known as the Farm Toy Capital of the World. At the National Farm Toy Museum, learn the history of the very first ERTL toy ever made to today’s popular producers. Tonight your group has the opportunity to take a look at Dubuque in only ways that groups can, on the Historic House Tour & Progressive Dinner. Enjoy your dinner spread out over three or four courses at three or four unique locations in Dubuque. From the Mathias Ham House to the Redstone Inn, each location tells a story of Dubuque’s history. The Mississippi River is the foundation of Dubuque. There is no other experience that offers you the history, culture and the story of the world’s third largest river than the one you will receive at the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium. Enjoy dynamic aquariums, hands on exhibits and a 30,000 gallon tank filled with live sharks, rays and more.
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4 days & 3 nights
Nestled in the rolling hills of southwest Wisconsin sits the Potosi Brewery and National Brewery Museum™, a short 20 minutes from Dubuque. Your group will get a glimpse of prized artifacts from breweriana collectors from around the world. Before leaving this complex you will enjoy lunch featuring signature items. On your way back to Dubuque, consider a stop at the Dickeyville Grotto. This evening let your group explore Dubuque on their own or take in one of our casinos for some fun filled entertainment. Enjoy the Diamond Jo Casino or the Mystique Casino and Dubuque Greyhound Park. The only arboretum and botanical gardens in the United States solely operated by volunteers is found in Dubuque. Enjoy the sights, the smells and the sounds as you walk through the gardens of the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Famous for once playing host to Butch Cassidy, The Old Jail Museum was completed in 1858 and is home to some of Dubuque County’s most unique history.
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Saints & Sinners | Dubuque is filled with a variety of religious history. From the unique steeples that line the skies of the county, to the delicate homemade goodies our religious order produce, there is something for everyone to enjoy on this tour. Located in the heart of downtown Dubuque is St. Raphael’s Cathedral. It is home to the Most Reverend Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Learn the history and the story of the mother church for this diocese.
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Located in the rolling farmland south of Dubuque are the Monks of the New Melleray Abbey. These monks support themselves by creating hand carved wooden caskets. Take in a visit to their casket making shop to see first hand their detailed carvings and woodworkings that are known all over the country. Located in the heart of downtown Dyersville is the St. Francis Xavier Basilica. One of only 53 Basilicas in the United States, this unique structure features gothic architecture and steeples that stand over 212 feet tall.
The beauty of our churches continues and your guests will stare in wonder as they go through St. Luke’s Methodist Church. Featuring over 100 Tiffany Stained Glass Windows, this is the first Methodist Church formed in the State of Iowa. As we are guided throughout the building we will learn about its deep rooted history. A short 15 minute drive from Dubuque brings us to Hazel Green, WI and the home of Sinsinawa Mounds. This unique campus is filled with art galleries, the Queen of the Holy Rosary Chapel and mouthwatering meals and homemade bread. Include a lunch stop here today. It’s almost a sin if you don’t! This afternoon as we make our way back to Dubuque, give your group the opportunity to explore its downtown, make a trip to the Diamond Jo Casino or Mystique Casino and Dubuque Greyhound Park, or enjoy an evening stroll along the banks of the Mississippi River. Dubuque Area
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Tou r E n hance m e nts
Step on Guide Service Sit back and relax as the trained professionals at the Dubuque County Historical Society take your group around Dubuque. Enjoy a historical tour of downtown or create a tour of your choice to learn more about Iowa’s First City.
Mae Capone, Wife of Al Capone Did you know that Al Capone once lived at the Hotel Julien Dubuque? Bring in the famous mobster’s “wife” for a lunch or dinner or even an afternoon treat. Not only will she tell you all about life with Al, but she also reminisces on some of her favorite pieces during her lifetime. Murder Mystery Dinners Was it the guy in the hat or was it the woman with the glasses? This unique dinner option keeps your guests on the edge of their seats while they try to unravel “who did it”! River Cruises Dubuque offers a variety of river cruise options. From one hour cruises to two day adventures on the mighty Mississippi River, you can experience the world’s third largest river right here in Dubuque, IA. Lock & Dam #11 Opened in September 1937, General Zebulon Pike’s Lock & Dam is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Let your group watch as large barges lock through or listen to the history of the dam system by the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers.
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An Agri-Escape Featuring the communities of Dubuque & Dyersville, your group will learn about the agricultural influence in our area along with some hands on experience. History, Mystery and the Movies Did you know the movie F.I.S.T was partially filmed at the Dubuque Star Brewery building? Learn more about this unique story along with some other exciting pieces of Dubuque’s past. Holiday Time in the Key City From live concerts to a park filled with holiday lights and displays to unique holiday meals, Dubuque offers something for everyone during this season. It’s a Mystery… and a Murder Looking for a unique Mystery trip for your group? Try this itinerary out! It includes major attractions in our area along with a murder mystery dinner.
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BUNKER HILL GOLF COURSE 2200 Bunker Hill Road | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4261 | www.golfbunkerhill.com
A FRAME OF MIND 2600 Dodge Street | Dubuque, IA 563.583.2422
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A.Y. MCDONALD PARK Hawthorne Street & Volunteer Drive Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org
CABARET AT THE MYSTIQUE CASINO 1855 Greyhound Park Road | Dubuque, IA 563.585.3003 | www.mystiquedbq.com
ALLIANT ENERGY AMPHITHEATER Port of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA www.cityofdubuque.org
CASCADE LANES 1303 1st Avenue East | Cascade, IA 563.852.3133 | www.cascadelanes.org
ALLISON-HENDERSON PARK 1500 Loras Boulevard | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263
CASSVILLE CAR FERRY 100 West Amelia | Cassville, WI 608.725.5855 | www.cassville.org/ferry.html
ALTHAUS WETLAND & NATURE PRESERVE 3860 Asbury | Asbury, IA 563.582.5222 | www.cityofasbury.com
CELEBRATION RIVER CRUISES INC 2501 River Drive | Moline, IL Port of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA 309.764.1952 | www.celebrationbelle.com
AMERICAN LADY YACHT CRUISES 1630 East 16th Street | Dubuque, IA 563.557.9700 | www.americanladycruises.com
CHAVENELLE STUDIO METALWORKS LTD 1155 Kelly Lane | Dubuque, IA 563.583.2218 | www.chavenellestudio.com
AMERICAN MARINE AT DUBUQUE YACHT BASIN 1630 East 16th Street | Dubuque, IA 563.588.9564 | www.americanboatingcenters.com
CHERRY LANES AT THE DIAMOND JO CASINO 301 Bell Street | Dubuque, IA 563.690.4823 | www.diamondjo.com
ART ON THE RIVER 500 Bell Street | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4110 www.cityofdubuque.org/artontheriver
CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN RESORT 8700 West Chestnut Road | Galena, IL 815.777.1320 | www.chestnutmtn.com
ASBURY PARK 5500 Asbury Rd. | Asbury, IA 563.556.7106 | www.cityofasbury.com
B BANKSTON PARK 16000 Bankston Park Road | Holy Cross, IA 563.556.6745 | www.dubuquecounty.org BELL TOWER THEATER 2728 Asbury Road | Dubuque, IA 563.588.3377 | www.belltowertheater.net BERGFELD RECREATION AREA 7600 Chavenelle Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org BEST SHOT PAINTBALL LLC Dubuque, IA 563.588.1077 | www.bestshotpaintball.com BIRCHWOOD GOLF COURSE 3976 Eagle Point Road | Kieler, WI 608.748.4743 | www.birchwoodgolfcourse9.com BOWLING & BEYOND 1860 Hawthorne Street | Dubuque, IA 563.583.5768 | www.bowlingbeyond.com BRUSH CREEK WINERY 16415 298th Avenue | Bellevue, IA 563.599.0848 | www.brushcreekwinery.com
COMISKEY PARK 255 East 24th Street | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org CREATIVE TOUCH GALLERY INC 3460 Hillcrest Road | Dubuque, IA 563.556.6279 | www.creativetouchgallery.com CRESLANES BOWLING 255 South Main Street | Dubuque, IA 563.583.9766 | www.creslanes.com CRYSTAL LAKE CAVE 6684 Crystal Lake Cave Road | Dubuque, IA 563.556.6451 | www.crystallakecave.com CZIPAR’S ORCHARD 8610 Route 52 South | Dubuque, IA 563.582.7476
D DERBY GRANGE GOLF AND RECREATION 13079 Derby Grange Road | Dubuque, IA 563.556.4653 | www.derbygrangegolf.com DIAMOND JO CASINO 301 Bell Street | Dubuque, IA 563.690.4800 | www.diamondjo.com DICKEYVILLE GROTTO 305 West Main Street | Dickeyville, WI 608.568.3119 | www.dickeyvillegrotto.com
DUBUQUE ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENS 3800 Arboretum Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.556.2100 | www.dubuquearboretum.com DUBUQUE ART CENTER 210 W 1st Street | Dubuque, IA 563.556.0117 | www.dbqartcenter.org DUBUQUE ARTS COUNCIL 2728 Asbury Road, Suite 220 | Dubuque, IA 563.556.7748 | www.dbqartscouncil.org DUBUQUE BRUISERS TRIPLE-A MINOR LEAGUE FOOTBALL TEAM Dubuque, IA 563.663.4131 | www.dbqbruisers.com DUBUQUE BY CARRIAGE Cable Car Square and Port of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA 563.580.0558 | www.dubuquebycarriage.com DUBUQUE COMMUNITY Y 35 North Booth Street | Dubuque, IA 563.556.3371 | www.dubuquey.org DUBUQUE COUNTY COURTHOUSE 720 Central Avenue | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4441 | www.dubuquecounty.org DUBUQUE COUNTY FINE ARTS SOCIETY Dubuque, IA 563.451.7985 | www.dcfas.com DUBUQUE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 350 East Third Street | Dubuque, IA 563.557.9545 | www.rivermuseum.com DUBUQUE CRICKET FIELD 3999 Pennsylvania Avenue | Dubuque, IA 563.213.0886 | www.dubuquecricket.com DUBUQUE DRIVING RANGE 10740 Highway North 52 | Dubuque, IA 563.556.5420 DUBUQUE FIGHTING SAINTS 1800 Admiral Sheehy Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.583.6880 | www.dubuquefightingsaints.com DUBUQUE GREYHOUND PARK AT MYSTIQUE CASINO 1855 Greyhound Park Road | Dubuque, IA 563.585.2970 | www.mystiquedbq.com DUBUQUE MARINA & YARDARM 1201 Shiras Avenue Extension | Dubuque, IA 563.582.3653 DUBUQUE MUSEUM OF ART 701 Locust Street | Dubuque, IA 563.557.1851 | www.dbqart.com DUBUQUE RIVER RIDES 500 East 3rd Street | Dubuque, IA 563.583.8093 | www.dubuqueriverrides.com DUBUQUE SOCCER COMPLEX 3355 John F Kennedy Road | Dubuque, IA 563.557.9509 | www.dubuquesoccer.org DUBUQUE SPORTS COMPLEX 12614 Nightengale Lane | Dubuque, IA 563.556.9893 | www.dscsportsonline.com
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DUBUQUE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 2728 Asbury Road, Suite 900 | Dubuque, IA 563.557.1677 | www.dubuquesymphony.org
GALENA CELLARS VINEYARD & WINERY 515 South Main Street | Galena, IL 800.397.WINE | www.galenacellars.com
DUBUQUE WATER TRAIL A.Y. McDonald Park to Massey Marina | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org
GRAF PARK Graf Road | Graf, IA 563.556.6745
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GRAND OPERA HOUSE 135 West 8th Street | Dubuque, IA 563.588.4356 | www.thegrandoperahouse.com
EAGLE POINT PARK 2601 Shiras Avenue | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org EAGLE RIDGE RESORT & SPA 444 Eagle Ridge Drive | Galena, IL 815.777.5000 | www.eagleridge.com
F FENELON PLACE ELEVATOR 512 Fenelon Place | Dubuque, IA 563.582.6496 | www.dbq.com/fenplco FEVER RIVER OUTFITTERS CO. 525 South Main Street | Galena, IL 815.776.9425 | www.feverriveroutfitters.com FIELD OF DREAMS MOVIE SITE, INC. 28995 Lansing Road | Dyersville, IA 563.875.8404 | www.fodmoviesite.com FILLMORE RECREATION AREA 21655 Hwy 151 | Dubuque, IA 563.852.3377 FINLEY’S LANDING PARK 24709 Finley’s Landing Road | Sherrill, IA 563.552.1571 FISCHER LANES & LOUNGE 880 Locust Street | Dubuque, IA 563.588.2695 | www.fischerlanesdubuque.com FIVE FLAGS CENTER & THEATER 405 Main Street | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4254 | www.fiveflagscenter.com FLORA PARK 2605 Pennsylvania Avenue | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 www.cityofdubuque.org/leisureservices FLORA PARK SWIMMING POOL 2605 Pennsylvania Avenue | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 www.cityofdubuque.org/leisureservices FLY-BY-NIGHT PRODUCTIONS Dubuque, IA 563.582.6572 | www.flybynightdubuque.com FRENTRESS LAKE MARINA 830 West Gill Road | East Dubuque, IL 815.747.3155 | www.frentresslake.com
G GALENA BREWING COMPANY 227 North Main Street | Galena, IL 815.776.9917 | www.galenabrewery.com
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GRAND RIVER CENTER 500 Bell Street | Dubuque, IA 563.690.4500 | www.grandrivercenter.com GRANGER CREEK NATURE TRAIL Dubuque Technology Park 563.589.4263
H HARBOR OVERLOOK Ice Harbor Drive | Dubuque, IA www.cityofdubuque.org HAWKEYE MARINA 22500 Golf Lake Road | Dubuque, IA 563.552.2303 | www.hawkeyemarina.com HERITAGE TRAIL 563.556.6745 | www.dubuquecounty.org HISTORIC HOUSE TOUR & PROGRESSIVE DINNER 300 East Third Street | Dubuque, IA 563.557.9545 | www.rivermuseum.com/features_ historicsites_tours.cfm HOOT OWL HOLLOW CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARK, LTD 1650 Middle Rd | Dubuque, IA 563.580.9453 | www.hootowlhollowcampground.com HOUSE ON THE ROCK 5754 State Road 23 | Spring Green, WI 608.935.3639 | www.thehouseontherock.com
I ICE HARBOR BOAT DOCKS & PORT OF DUBUQUE MARINA Adjacent to Ice Harbor Park | Dubuque, IA www.cityofdubuque.org
J JULIEN DUBUQUE MONUMENT IN THE MINES OF SPAIN 8991 Bellevue Heights | Dubuque, IA 563.556.0620 | www.minesofspain.org
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M MARSHALL PARK 3800 Arboretum Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org MASSEY MARINA PARK 9526 Massey Marina Lane | Dubuque, IA 563.556.3416 MATHIAS HAM HOUSE 2241 Lincoln Avenue | Dubuque, IA 563.583.2812 | www.rivermuseum.com McALEECE PARK & RECREATION COMPLEX 1801 Admiral Sheehy Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 www.cityofdubuque.org/leisureservices MEADOWS GOLF CLUB 15766 Clover Lane | Asbury, IA 563.583.7385 | www.meadowsgolf.com MEDICAL ASSOCIATES GREENBELT 1500 Associates Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org MILLER RIVERVIEW PARK 1851 Admiral Sheehy Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4238 | www.cityofdubuque.org MINDFRAME THEATERS 555 John F Kennedy Road #105 | Dubuque, IA 563.582.4813 | www.mindframetheaters.com MINES OF SPAIN RECREATION AREA & E.B. LYONS INTERPRETIVE CENTER 8991 Bellevue Heights | Dubuque, IA 563.556.0620 | www.minesofspain.org MISSISSIPPI MOON BAR AT THE DIAMOND JO CASINO 301 Bell Street | Dubuque, IA 800.582.5956 | www.diamondjo.com MISSISSIPPI RIVERWALK & AMERICAN TRUST RIVER’S EDGE PLAZA Port of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA www.cityofdubuque.org MUD LAKE PARK Hwy 52 North | Dubuque, IA 563.552.2746 | www.dubuquecounty.org MURPHY PARK 1700 South Grandview Avenue | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org MYSTIQUE CASINO & DUBUQUE GREYHOUND PARK 1855 Greyhound Park Road | Dubuque, IA 563.582.3647 | www.mystiquedbq.com MYSTIQUE COMMUNITY ICE CENTER 1800 Admiral Sheehy Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.583.4949 | www.mystiqueicecenter.com
LACOMA GOLF CLUB 8080 Timmerman Drive | East Dubuque, IL 815.747.3874 | www.LacomaGolf.com
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LOCK & DAM #11 Lock & Dam Road | Dubuque, IA 563.582.1204 | www.mvr.usace.army.mil
NATIONAL FARM TOY MUSEUM 1110 16th Avenue Court SE | Dyersville, IA 563.875.2727 | www.nationalfarmtoymuseum.com
NATIONAL MISSISSIPPI RIVER MUSEUM & AQUARIUM 350 East Third Street | Dubuque, IA 563.557.9545 | www.rivermuseum.com
RUSTIC BARN CAMPGROUND AND RV PARK, LLC 3854 Dry Hollow Road | Kieler, WI 608.568.7797 | www.rusticbarnrvpark.com
NELSON DEWEY STATE PARK County Rd 133 to County Rd VV | Cassville, WI 608.725.5374
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NEW MELLERAY ABBEY 6632 Melleray Circle | Peosta, IA 563.585.0793 | www.newmelleray.org
SHOT TOWER HISTORIC LANDMARK East 4th Street Extension | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4210 | www.cityofdubuque.org
NEW WINE PARK 16001 New Wine Park Lane | New Vienna, IA 563.556.6745
SINSINAWA MOUND 585 County Road Z | Sinsinawa, WI 608.748.4411 | www.sinsinawa.org
NICHOLAS J. SUTTON POOL 1900 Hawthorne Street | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4247 www.cityofdubuque.org/leisureservices
SISTERS OF CHARITY, BVM 1100 Carmel Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.588.2351 | www.bvmcong.org
NORTHEAST IOWA OUTFITTERS Dubuque, IA 563.542.2649 | www.northeastiowaoutfitters.com
O OLD JAIL MUSEUM 721 Central Avenue | Dubuque, IA 563.557.9545 | www.rivermuseum.com/features_ historicsites_jail.cfm
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER BASILICA 104 3rd Street SW | Dyersville, IA 563.875.7325 | www.xavierbasilica.com ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1199 Main Street | Dubuque, IA 563.582.4543 | www.stlukesumc.portalsoffaith.com
T TEAM BUILDING BLOCKS Dubuque, IA 563.556.0985 | www.teambuildingblocks.com THE NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM 102 Chamber Drive | Anamosa, IA 319.462.3925 | www.nationalmcmuseum.org THE NATURAL GAIT, LLC 1878 Old Mission Drive | Harpers Ferry, IA 563.535.7314 | www.thenaturalgait.com TIMBERLINE GOLF COURSE 19858 East Pleasant Grove Road | Peosta, IA 563.876.3422 | www.timberlinegolf.com TOWN CLOCK 7th & Main Street | Dubuque, IA TRI-STATE SKYDIVERS Lancaster Airport | Lancaster, WI 563.599.9633 | www.tri-stateskydivers.com TROLLEYS OF DUBUQUE INC 563.552.2896 www.trolleys.thestevenscompany.com
ST. RAPHAEL’S CATHEDRAL PARISH 231 Bluff Street| Dubuque, IA 563.582.7646 | www.straphaelcathedral.org
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STAR BREWERY COMPLEX 600 Star Brewery Drive | Dubuque, IA
VETERANS’ MEMORIAL PARK 2700 Northview Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org
PARK FARM WINERY 15159 Thielen Road | Bankston, IA 563.557.3727 | www.parkfarmwinery.com
STONE CLIFF WINERY 600 Star Brewery Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.583.6100 | www.stonecliffwinery.com
VETERANS’ MEMORIAL PLAZA 1801 Admiral Sheehy Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.599.4695 | www.vetsmemorialplaza.org
PENDARVIS HISTORIC SITE Mineral Point, WI 608.987.2122 | www.pendarvishistoricsite.org
STONEFIELD HISTORIC SITE 12195 County Hwy V V | Cassville, WI 608.725.5210 | www.stonefieldhistoricsite.org
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POTOSI BREWING COMPANY & NATIONAL BREWERY MUSEUM™ 209 South Main Street | Potosi, WI 608.763.4002 | www.potosibrewery.com
STORYBROOK C.C. 2124 Storybrook Road | Hanover, IL 815.591.2210 | www.storybrook.com
PYATIGORSK PARK 16th and Kerper Boulevard | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org
R RIVER CRUISES | TWILIGHT Port of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA 800.331.1467 | www.riverboattwilight.com
SUNDOWN MOUNTAIN RESORT 16991 Asbury Road | Dubuque, IA 888.SUNDOWN | www.sundownmtn.com SWISS VALLEY NATURE PRESERVE & NATURE CENTER 13606 Swiss Valley Road | Peosta, IA 563.556.6745 | www.dubuquecounty.org
WASHINGTON PARK PLACE 700 Locust Street | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4263 | www.cityofdubuque.org WATER STREET PARTNERS, LP 122 N Riverview Street | Bellevue, IA 563.872.3355 | www.thehappybean.com WHITEWATER CANYON WILDLIFE AREA Curoe Road | Off of Highway 151 | Dubuque, IA 563.556.6745 | www.dubuquecounty.org WILLIAM M. BLACK STEAM DREDGE BOAT 350 East Third Street | Dubuque, IA 563.557.9545 | www.rivermuseum.com
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DUBuque, ia
contact 4025 McDonald Drive 877.229.6668 www.baymontinn.com
3100 Dodge Street 563.557.8000 www.bestwestern.com/midwayhoteldubuque
canfield hotel
36 West 4th Street 563.556.4331
4055 McDonald Drive 563.556.3006 www.choicehotels.com/hotel/IA031
1315 Associates Drive 563.583.2500 www.countryinns.com/dubuqueia
1111 Dodge Street 800.772.3297 www.daysinns.com/hotel/04603 [ best western dubuque plus hotel & Conference center ]
2090 Southpark Court 563.556.6555 www.econolodge.com
Hote ls From quaint mom and pop locations to national chains, Dubuque offers a variety of locations for your group to rest their head at the end of a fun filled day.
Entertainment
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Indoor Pool
Complimentary Breakfast
Outdoor Pool
Whirlpool
Meeting Room
Fitness Equipment
Pets Allowed
Airport Shuttle
Internet
Glenview motel
1050 Rockdale Road 563.556.2661
3400 Dodge Street 563.588.2349 www.fairfieldinn.com
350 Bell Street, Port of Dubuque 563.690.3242 www.grandharborresort.com
Proudly Accessible Dubuque Certified (see pg. 2)
Visit www.proudlyaccessibledubuque.com/accessibility/lodging. cfm for information on accessible friendly accommodations.
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3434 Dodge Street 563.690.2005 www.dubuque.hamptoninn.com
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contact 1801 Greyhound Park Road 563.585.5203 www.dubuquedowntown.stayhgi.com
450 Main Street 563.556.2000 www.holidayinn.com/dubuqueia
2080 Holliday Drive 563.556.4600 www.hiexpress.com
200 Main Street 563.556.4200 www.hoteljuliendubuque.com
1275 Associates Drive 563.557.7829 www.mainstaysuites.com
2670 Dodge Street 800.466.8356 www.motel6.com
2730 Dodge Street 800.800.8000 www.super8.com
surrounding area AmericInn 100 Peosta Street, Peosta, IA
[ Hilton garden inn ]
Best Western Designer Inn & Suites 9923 US 20 West, Galena, IL Entertainment
Restaurant
Lounge
Indoor Pool
Complimentary Breakfast
Outdoor Pool
Whirlpool
Meeting Room
Fitness Equipment
Pets Allowed
Airport Shuttle
Internet
Proudly Accessible Dubuque Certified (see pg. 2) Visit www.proudlyaccessibledubuque.com/accessibility/lodging. cfm for information on accessible friendly accommodations.
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Country Heights Supper Club & Motor Inn 1152 N Badger Road, Hazel Green, WI Country Inn & Suites 11334 Oldenburg Lane, Galena, IL
Contact 888.557.8878 www.americinn.com 815.777.2577 www.bestwestern.com 608.748.4687 www.countryheightssupperclub.com 800.456.4000 www.countryinns.com/galenail
Ramada Galena 11383 Hwy 20 West, Galena, IL
815.777.2043 www.ramadagalena.com
Stoney Creek Inn 940 Galena Square Drive, Galena, IL
815.777.2223 www.stoneycreekinn.com
Timmerman's Hotel & Resort 7787 Timmerman Drive, East Dubuque, IL
815.747.3181 www.timmermanhotel.com
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[ caroline’s Restaurant at Hotel Julien Dubuque ]
motorcoach friendly restaurants
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[ breitbach’s country dining ]
[ l.may eatery ]
[ champagne at mystique casino ]
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Crust Italian Kitchen + Bar 299 Main Street Dubuque | 563.582.6998 www.crustdubuque.com
Tony Roma’s 350 Bell Street Dubuque, IA 52001 www.tonyromas.com
House of China 170 JFK Road Dubuque | 563.557.8275 www.houseofchina.com
Dubuque Mining Company 555 JFK Road Dubuque | 563.557.1729 www.dubuqueminingcompany.com
Village Inn 1940 JFK Road Dubuque | 563.556.0893 www.villageinn.com
HuHot Mongolian Grill 555 JFK Road Dubuque | 563.513.3121 www.huhot.com
Ground Round 50 JFK Road Dubuque | 563.556.3540 www.groundround.com
Fine Dining
Lucky Star Asian Buffet 3305 Asbury Road Dubuque | 563.582.8888
Houlihan’s 1801 Greyhound Park Drive Dubuque | 563.585.5233 www.houlihans.com
Asian
BBQ
Caroline’s Restaurant at Hotel Julien Dubuque 200 Main Street Dubuque | 563.588.5595 www.hoteljuliendubuque.com Champagne at Mystique Casino 1855 Greyhound Park Drive Dubuque | 563.585.3015 www.mystiquedbq.com
Bandana’s BBQ 2035 JFK Road Dubuque | 563.556.5525 www.bandanasbbq.com
MoJo’s Sports Bar at Diamond Jo Casino 301 Bell Street Dubuque | 563.690.4815 www.diamondjo.com
Buffalo Wild Wings 2805 Northwest Arterial Dubuque | 563.584.9464 www.buffalowildwings.com
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 3500 Dodge Street Dubuque | 563.557.9262 www.perkinsrestaurants.com
Casual Dining
Point Café 2370 Rhomberg Ave Dubuque | 563.513.6328
Star Restaurant & Ultra Lounge 600 Star Brewery Drive Suite 200 Dubuque | 563.556.4000 www.dbqstar.com
Bon Appetit at Mystique Casino 1855 Greyhound Park Drive Dubuque | 563.585.3015 www.mystiquedbq.com
RiverCity Beefstro at Holiday Inn 450 Main Street Dubuque | 563.556.2000 www.holiday-inn.com/dubuqueia
Woodfire Grill at Diamond Jo Casino 301 Bell Street Dubuque | 563.690.4755 www.diamondjo.com
Bridge Restaurant & Lounge 31 Locust Street Dubuque | 563.557.7280 www.bridgerest.com
Shot Tower Inn 390 Locust Street Dubuque | 563.556.1061
Italian
Catfish Charlie’s 1630 East 16th Street Dubuque | 563.582.8600 www.catfishcarliesdubuque.com Champps Americana 3100 Dodge Street Dubuque | 563.690.2040 www.champpsdubuque.com Courtside Sports Bar & Grill 2095 Holliday Drive Dubuque | 563.583.0574 www.courtsidedbq.com
Sunshine Family Restaurant 401 Central Ave Dubuque | 563.582.3090 The Bank Bar & Grille 342 Main Street Dubuque | 563.584.1429 www.bankdbq.com The Kitchen Buffet at Diamond Jo Casino 301 Bell Street Dubuque | 563.690.4863 www.diamondjo.com
L.May Eatery 1072 Main Street Dubuque | 563.556.0505 www.lmayeatery.com
Mario’s Italian Restaurant 1298 Main Street Dubuque | 563.556.9424 www.mariosdubuque.com Olive Garden 3350 Dodge Street Dubuque | 563.556.4121 www.olivegarden.com Vinny Vanucchi’s 180 Main Street Dubuque | 563.588.9600 www.vinnysdubuque.com
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M exican
Los Aztecas Mexican Restaurant 2345 Northwest Arterial Dubuque | 563.583.5026 www.losaztecasonline.com Los Aztecas Mexican Restaurant 2700 Dodge Street Dubuque | 563.584.0212 www.losaztecasonline.com
Surrounding Area Casual Dining Breitbach’s Country Dining 563 Balltown Road Balltown, IA | 563.552.2220 www.breitbachscountrydining.com Country Heights Supper Club 1152 Badger Road Hazel Green, WI | 608.748.4687 www.countryheightssupperclub.com
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Country Junction Restaurant 913 15th Ave SE Dyersville, IA | 563.875.7055 www.countryjunctionrestaurant.com Junction 21 7653 Old Highway Road Peosta, IA | 563.583.2100 The Blackhorse Inn 5259 South Mound Road Sherrill, IA | 563.552.1800 www.blackhorse-inn.com Irish Cottage & Frank O’Dowd Irish Pub 9853 US Highway 20 Galena, IL | 815.776.0707 www.theirishcottageboutiquehotel.com Kalmes Restaurant 100 North Main Street St. Donatus, IA | 563.773.2480 www.kalmesrestaurant.com The Market House Restaurant 204 Perry Street Galena, IL | 815.777.0690 Potosi Brewing Company 209 South Main Street Potosi, WI | 608.763.4002 www.potosibrewery.com
Fine Dining DeSoto House Hotel 230 South Main Street Galena, IL | 815.777.0090 www.desotohouse.com Timmerman’s Supper Club 7777 Timmerman Drive East Dubuque, IL | 815.747.3316 www.timmermanssupperclub.com Goldmoor Inn & Dining 9001 W. Sand Hill Road Galena, IL | 800.255.3925 www.goldmoor.com Fried Green Tomatoes 213 North Main Street Galena, IL | 815.777.3938 www.friedgreen.com Vinny Vanucchi’s Galena 201 South Main Street Galena, IL | 815.777.8100 www.vinnysgalena.com Benjamin’s Galena 103 North Main Street Galena, IL | 815.777.0467 www.benjaminsgalena.com
[ AMERICAN AIRLINES AT THE DUBUQUE REGIONAL AIRPORT ]
[ city trolley ]
[ Dubuque by carriage ]
transportation AIR TRAVEL
DUBUQUE REGIONAL AIRPORT 11000 Airport Road | Dubuque, IA 563.589.4127 | www.flydbq.com AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES Dubuque Regional Airport 800.433.7300 | www.aa.com
HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE
DUBUQUE BY CARRIAGE Cable Car Square and Port of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA 563.580.0558 | www.dubuquebycarriage.com
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION CITY TROLLEY
563.589.4196 | www.cityofdubuque.org DUBUQUE KEYLINE TRANSIT 563.589.4196 | www.cityofdubuque.org
MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION
STRATTON CHARTERS 320 E. Jean St. | Cuba City, WI 608.744.8748 | www.strattoncharters.com
TROLLEYS
TRI-STATE TRAVEL Highway 20 West | Galena, IL 815.777.0820 | www.tristatetravel.com
GALENA TROLLEY TOURS & TROLLEY DEPOT THEATER 314 South Main Street | Galena, IL 815.777.1248 | www.galenatrolleys.com
WINDSTAR LINES 10608 Jet Center Drive | Dubuque, IA 563.588.2330 | www.gowindstar.com
CITY TROLLEY 563.589.4196 | www.cityofdubuque.com
TRI-STATE TRAVEL Highway 20 West | Galena, IL 815.777.0820 | www.tristatetravel.com TROLLEYS OF DUBUQUE INC 563.552.2896 www.trolleys.thestevenscompany.com Dubuque Area
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Dubuque Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 300 Main Street | Suite 200 Dubuque, IA 52001