Family Travel - AmericInn^® Cedar Rapids, IA

The Perfect Family Vacation in Cedar Rapids Iowa

With our Iowa hotel’s convenient location, Kids Stay for Free program, complimentary AmericInn Perk breakfast, high speed internet access, large indoor pool area, spacious family-style accommodations and signature suites, the AmericInn Lodge & Suites of Cedar Rapids provides the ideal setting for your next family vacation. Cedar Rapids Iowa provides year-round fun and excitement for the whole family. Our convenient location means families can take part in cultural activities offered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the Amana Colonies. Spring and summertime in the area offer water sports, shows, festivals, and attractions such as the Amana Colony’s Maifest. Nearby, you will find museums, heritage centers, nature areas, history centers, art galleries, Presidential homes, and more. In the fall you can drive to Kalona, see the changing foliage, enjoy Iowa’s glorious autumn weather, and discover the region’s Amish and Mennonite heritage. In the winter you’ll find snowmobiling and ice-skating nearby, then at "The End of the Day", drink hot chocolate by the lobby fireplace. Visit our Cedar Rapids hotel on your next family vacation and see what we have to offer!

Family Amenities and Features:

Children 17 and under stay free
Complimentary AmericInn Perk breakfast from 6am-10am
Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet in every room
Spacious accommodations
Rooms with kitchenettes, mini fridges and microwaves
Game room
Fitness center
Heated indoor pool
12 person whirlpool available
Guest laundry room
Dish Network with Showtime
Coffee makers in every room
Hairdryers in every room

Family Attractions and Activities

African American Museum of Iowa - The heritage of African Americans in Iowa was in danger of being lost without major efforts to preserve it. In 1994, a small group from Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Cedar Rapids began the museum project in celebration of Black History Month, never dreaming it would grow to its present form.
Address: 55 12th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Phone: 319-862-2101
Website: www.blackiowa.org
Hours of Operation: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday – Saturday; Closed Sundays

Amana Colonies – Start your steps back in time at the Amana Colonies Visitors Center, your gateway to events, museums, tours, dining and more.
Address: 622 46th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203
Distance: 16.42 miles
Phone: 1-800-579-2294 or 319-622-7622
Website: www.amanacolonies.com
Hours of Operation: Every season is different at the Amana Colonies. Call for details and visitors guide.

Bloomsbury Farm - This century-old farm is a unique setting for theme parties, ice cream socials, picnics, story-telling, hayrack rides and other special weekend events.
Address: 3260 69th St, Atkins, IA 52206
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 319-446-7667
Hours of Operation: Varies by season. Call for details.

BMX Track at Cheyenne Park - A track for BMX bike riding.
Address: 1600 Cedar Bend Lane SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Distance: 10.67 miles
Phone: 319-360-6434
Website: www.cedarrapidsbmx.com
Hours of Operation: Varies by season. Call for details.

Brucemore - This National Trust Historic Site in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is a museum and so much more. As a community cultural center, Brucemore's 26-acres are alive with concerts, festivals, performances, and activities. Grab the family, take a tour of the mansion, stroll the gardens, pack a picnic, and attend outdoor theatre.
Address: 2160 Linden Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Distance: 9.36 miles
Phone: 319-362-7375
Website: www.brucemore.org
Hours of Operation: The Visitor Center is open year round, Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4:00 p.m. Mansion tours are given Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 3:00 p.m. Tours begin on the hour. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of the tour.

Cedar Rapids Ice Arena – This first-rate ice arena offers public skating, ice hockey, figure skating events, skating lessons, and more.
Address: 1100 Rockford Rd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Distance: 7.25 miles
Phone: 319-398-0100
Website: http://www.uscellularcenter.com/CRIA/cria.html
Hours of Operation: Varies by season. Call for details.

Cedar Rapids Kernels Baseball – Come cheer on Cedar Rapids’ own minor league baseball team at Veterans Memorial Stadium, April through September.
Address: 950 Rockford Rd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Distance: 7.25 miles
Phone: 319-363-3887
Website: www.kernels.com
Hours of Operation: Call for schedule

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art – 16 different galleries featuring up to 6 different exhibits at any one time, along with the historic Grant Wood Studio are the cornerstones of this vibrant museum known for its support of and commitment to living artists.
Address: 410 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Distance: 7.58 miles
Phone: 319-366-7503
Website: www.cmra.com
Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed on Monday and major holidays.

Czech Village - Cedar Rapids is a city that is home to thousands of Czech, Moravian and Slovak immigrants and their descendants since the turn of the Century. The Czech Village is a restored section of what was the shopping district for many of those immigrants. In addition to specialty shops, the village hosts several family-friendly activities and festivals throughout the year.
Address: The Czech Village area is located between A & C Streets SW; and 15th & 17th Avenues SW, Cedar Rapids, IA.
Distance: 6 miles
Website: www.czechvillagecedarrapids.com
Hours of Operation: Varies by individual venue. Check website for specific information.

Duffy’s Collectible Cars - Walk down memory lane and view this car museum and sales showroom with restored cars from the 30s through the 80s.
Address: 250 Classic Car Court SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Distance: 4.83 miles
Phone: 319-364-7000
Website: www.duffys.com
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5pm; Sat: 8:30am-4:30pm; Sun: Closed.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site – The Hoover birthplace, museum, and presidential library introduces families to the story of how a man of humble beginnings can become president of the United States of America.
Address: 210 Parkside Drive, West Branch, IA 52358
Distance: 30.73 miles
Phone: 319-643-5301
Website: http://www.nps.gov/heho/index.htm
Hours of Operation: The museum is open from 9 am to 5 pm daily. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.

Iowa Children’s Museum – Serious fun to help every child imagine, create, discover, and explore through the power of play!
Address: 1451 Coral Ridge Avenue, Coralville, IA 52241-2802
Distance: 16.64 miles
Phone: 319-625-6255
Website: www.theicm.org
Hours of Operation: Monday: Open when area schools are not in session. Tues-Thurs: 10am – 6pm. Fri-Sat: 10am – 8pm. Sun: 11am – 6pm.

Waterfall National Miniature Golf – Family fun at an exceptional price. Located at Airport National Golf Course where you’ll find wide, green fairways and rolling hills. Twenty-seven holes of golf available for play.
Address: 3001 Wright Brothers Blvd E, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Distance: 3 miles
Phone: 319-848-4500
Website: www.airportnationalpublicgolf.com
Hours of Operation: Course is open May through September. Open earlier / later depending on conditions. Pro Shop open all year. Call for details.

Old Creamery Theatre - The Old Creamery Theatre Company is the oldest professional theatre company in the state of Iowa. The Main Stage facility houses a 300-seat auditorium known for its spacious and comfortable seating.
Address: 39 38th Ave, Amana, IA 52203
Distance: 15.95 miles
Phone: 1-800-352-6262
Website: www.oldcreamery.org
Hours of Operation: The theatre is open year round. Call the box office or visit the website for shows and times.

Pleasant Creek State Park – This beautiful, sprawling state park offers a long list of outdoor activities, including camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, swimming, and boating.
Address: 4530 McClintock Road, Palo, IA 52324
Distance: 23 miles
Phone: 319-436-7716
Website: http://www.iowadnr.gov/parks/state_park_list/pleasant_creek.html
Hours of Operation: Call for details.

Usher’s Ferry Historic Village – A venue for family-friendly activities and events that build community for the perspective of a small, turn of the century, Iowa village.
Address: 5925 Seminole Valley TR NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Distance: 10.7 miles
Phone: 319-286-5763
Website: www.cedarrapids.org/ushers/index.html
Hours of Operation: Hours and events vary by season. Call for details.