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Featured Attractions

Area Attractions

Ada Hayden Heritage Park

A beautiful outdoor landscape for any activity. Space for fishing, biking/walking trails, kayaking, bird watching, cross country skiing, and outdoor picnics and gatherings.

Alluvial Brewing Company

Ames Community Theater ACTORS

Ames Golf & Country Club

Ames History Museum

Visit the expanded Ames History Museum, featuring immersive exhibits and unique gathering spaces that celebrate Ames’ rich history.

Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market

The Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market brings local food and fun to the heart of Ames. Discover something new every Saturday, May through October.
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Ames Parks & Recreation

Ames has so much outdoor recreation to offer! Over 40 parks to visit and explore.
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Ames/ISU Ice Arena

Ames/ISU Ice Arena is an ice arena and recreational sport facility located in Ames, Iowa and owned and operated by Ames Parks & Rec Department and Iowa State University.

Anderson Sculpture Garden

Shaded by flowering greenery, winding footpaths lined with perennials and shrubs take visitors through works of primarily American twentieth and twenty-first century sculpture.

Art on Campus Collection

Iowa State University is home to one of the largest campus public art programs in the United States. Over 2,500 public works of art make up the Art on Campus Collection, and are located across campus in buildings, courtyards, open spaces and classrooms.

Battin Heritage Association

Beautiful Land Market

Bluestem Boulders

Bluestem Boulders is a community-driven climbing gym fostering connection, growth, and fun. With quality climbs for all levels, it’s a welcoming space where climbers support each other and thrive together.

Board and Brush Ames

Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad & James H. Andrew Museum

A historical, educational railroad museum providing excursion train rides across the beautiful Des Moines River Valley. Tickets available online at www.bsvrr.com.

Boone County Conservation

Boone County Fairgrounds

Boone History Center

Boone Speedway

Brunnier Art Museum

The Brunnier Art Museum is the only accredited museum emphasizing a decorative arts collection in the state of Iowa.

Camelot Theater Foundation

Cedar Pointe Golf Course

Center Grove Orchard

Our 20-acre Apple Orchard features more than 34 types of delicious, home-grown apples throughout the season. We have over 40+ Attractions, Photo Opps, Corn Maze, Many Food venues, Farm Animals, & More!

Central Iowa Expo

Christian Petersen Art Museum

The Christian Petersen Art Museum exhibits works of art by Christian Petersen in addition to a rotating schedule of exhibitions that includes contemporary art, public art, and exhibitions that engage a diverse group of departments across campus.

Coldwater Golf Links

Coldwater Golf Links in Ames offers 18 picturesque holes nestled in the heart of Iowa, providing both challenging play and scenic beauty for golf enthusiasts of all levels.

CyBowl & Billiards

Your one-stop-shop for entertainment on campus, located on the ground floor of the Memorial Union by the south entrance.

Della Viti

Empoweress Studio

Farm House Museum

Nestled in the center of Iowa State University, the Farm House Museum sits as a monument to early Iowa State history and culture. The first building on campus as well as a National Historic Landmark, the Farm House was built in 1860 and functioned as living quarters for various Iowa State deans, professors, farmhands and students.
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Furman Aquatic Center

Located in the heart of Ames, offers a 50-meter pool, zero-depth splash pool with play structure water playground, lazy river and three exciting water slides. Have fun today & memories for a lifetime!

Harvest Pickleball & Tennis

High Trestle Trail Bridge

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Homewood Golf Course

Homewood is a beautiful, well-groomed 9-hole, par 34 golf course.

Honey Creek Golf Club

Inside Golf & Games

In addition to Ames Indoor Golf Simulator Rentals, and Axe Throwing, check out our new Baseball Simulators and Duckpin Bowling. We also have pool tables, darts, bags, foosball, golden tee, ping-pong and more games!

Iowa Arboretum & Gardens

Explore gardens, trails, and the new Treehouse Village at the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens, an adventure for all ages.

Iowa State University Memorial Union

Located in the heart of Iowa State, The Memorial Union houses the University Book Store, food, convenience store, art studio, bowling, entertainment, parking ramp and event/meeting facilities.

Ledges State Park

Mamie Doud Eisenhower Birthplace

Midtown Crossing LLC

Nevada Parks & Recreation

An outstanding park and trail system. SCORE Recreation Athletic Complex hosts local, state and national events. Outdoor aquatic center. Soccer, baseball, softball fields. Tennis and basketball courts.

No Escape Iowa

There’s something for everyone at No Escape Iowa! Enjoy our technology-rich escape rooms. We also have other activities to amuse, including a puzzle room and workshops.

North Grand Cinema

Ames Independent Luxury theater – See why we’ve been voted the best in Story County for Seven Years in a row

Oak Lane Candle Co.

Octagon Center for the Arts

The Octagon Center for the Arts is a community art center providing gallery exhibits, art classes for children and adults and an art shop featuring Iowa artists.

Perfect Games

Central Iowa’s premier family entertainment destination! 24 lanes of bowling, 2-story laser tag arena and mini golf.

Prairie Moon Winery & Vineyards

Check out our upcoming events or stop in for a wine tasting!

Rail Explorers

Take a tour with Rail Explorers and experience the magic of the railroad like never before! Ride the rails on our pedal-powered ‘Rail Explorers’ – a unique activity suitable for everyone.

Reiman Gardens

17-acre public botanical garden with tropical plant conservatory, butterfly wing (live butterflies), gift shop. Public events, annual changing displays. Private rentals and tours. Open all year round.

River Bend Golf Course

Seven Oaks Recreation

Year-round outdoor recreation. Downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing. Canoe, kayak and river tube floats, paintball, Gladiator Assault Challenge mud run. Meeting and event space seating 300.

SportsBowl

Stephens Auditorium

Kick back and enjoy one of the many Broadway-caliber shows on stage at Stephen’s Auditorium.

Story City Antique Carousel

Story County Conservation

Story County Conservation parks offer visitors a variety of experiences sure to enhance your outdoor recreation.

Story Theater Grand Opera House

The Recipe

The Silo Club

Time Out Arcade & Bar

Time Out, located at 120 Kellogg Ave in Ames, is a family-owned bar and arcade with a retro vibe reminiscent of the 1980s & 1990s. Filled with classic arcade games like Galaga and Super Mario Bros, along with specialty drinks and themed nights like music bingo and karaoke, it’s the perfect spot for a nostalgic date night or a fun outing with friends.

Torrent Brewing Company

Veenker Memorial Golf Course

Veenker Memorial Golf Course is a public golf course which is owned and operated by Iowa State University.

Ada Hayden Heritage Park

A beautiful outdoor landscape for any activity. Space for fishing, biking/walking trails, kayaking, bird watching, cross country skiing, and outdoor picnics and gatherings.

Alluvial Brewing Company

Ames Community Theater ACTORS

Ames Golf & Country Club

Ames History Museum

Visit the expanded Ames History Museum, featuring immersive exhibits and unique gathering spaces that celebrate Ames’ rich history.

Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market

The Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market brings local food and fun to the heart of Ames. Discover something new every Saturday, May through October.
City of Ames Logo

Ames Parks & Recreation

Ames has so much outdoor recreation to offer! Over 40 parks to visit and explore.
City of Ames Logo

Ames/ISU Ice Arena

Ames/ISU Ice Arena is an ice arena and recreational sport facility located in Ames, Iowa and owned and operated by Ames Parks & Rec Department and Iowa State University.

Anderson Sculpture Garden

Shaded by flowering greenery, winding footpaths lined with perennials and shrubs take visitors through works of primarily American twentieth and twenty-first century sculpture.

Art on Campus Collection

Iowa State University is home to one of the largest campus public art programs in the United States. Over 2,500 public works of art make up the Art on Campus Collection, and are located across campus in buildings, courtyards, open spaces and classrooms.

Beautiful Land Market

Bluestem Boulders

Bluestem Boulders is a community-driven climbing gym fostering connection, growth, and fun. With quality climbs for all levels, it’s a welcoming space where climbers support each other and thrive together.

Board and Brush Ames

Brunnier Art Museum

The Brunnier Art Museum is the only accredited museum emphasizing a decorative arts collection in the state of Iowa.

Christian Petersen Art Museum

The Christian Petersen Art Museum exhibits works of art by Christian Petersen in addition to a rotating schedule of exhibitions that includes contemporary art, public art, and exhibitions that engage a diverse group of departments across campus.

Coldwater Golf Links

Coldwater Golf Links in Ames offers 18 picturesque holes nestled in the heart of Iowa, providing both challenging play and scenic beauty for golf enthusiasts of all levels.

CyBowl & Billiards

Your one-stop-shop for entertainment on campus, located on the ground floor of the Memorial Union by the south entrance.

Della Viti

Empoweress Studio

Farm House Museum

Nestled in the center of Iowa State University, the Farm House Museum sits as a monument to early Iowa State history and culture. The first building on campus as well as a National Historic Landmark, the Farm House was built in 1860 and functioned as living quarters for various Iowa State deans, professors, farmhands and students.
City of Ames Logo

Furman Aquatic Center

Located in the heart of Ames, offers a 50-meter pool, zero-depth splash pool with play structure water playground, lazy river and three exciting water slides. Have fun today & memories for a lifetime!

Harvest Pickleball & Tennis

City of Ames Logo

Homewood Golf Course

Homewood is a beautiful, well-groomed 9-hole, par 34 golf course.

Inside Golf & Games

In addition to Ames Indoor Golf Simulator Rentals, and Axe Throwing, check out our new Baseball Simulators and Duckpin Bowling. We also have pool tables, darts, bags, foosball, golden tee, ping-pong and more games!

Iowa State University Memorial Union

Located in the heart of Iowa State, The Memorial Union houses the University Book Store, food, convenience store, art studio, bowling, entertainment, parking ramp and event/meeting facilities.

No Escape Iowa

There’s something for everyone at No Escape Iowa! Enjoy our technology-rich escape rooms. We also have other activities to amuse, including a puzzle room and workshops.

North Grand Cinema

Ames Independent Luxury theater – See why we’ve been voted the best in Story County for Seven Years in a row

Oak Lane Candle Co.

Octagon Center for the Arts

The Octagon Center for the Arts is a community art center providing gallery exhibits, art classes for children and adults and an art shop featuring Iowa artists.

Perfect Games

Central Iowa’s premier family entertainment destination! 24 lanes of bowling, 2-story laser tag arena and mini golf.

Prairie Moon Winery & Vineyards

Check out our upcoming events or stop in for a wine tasting!

Reiman Gardens

17-acre public botanical garden with tropical plant conservatory, butterfly wing (live butterflies), gift shop. Public events, annual changing displays. Private rentals and tours. Open all year round.

Stephens Auditorium

Kick back and enjoy one of the many Broadway-caliber shows on stage at Stephen’s Auditorium.

Story County Conservation

Story County Conservation parks offer visitors a variety of experiences sure to enhance your outdoor recreation.

The Recipe

Time Out Arcade & Bar

Time Out, located at 120 Kellogg Ave in Ames, is a family-owned bar and arcade with a retro vibe reminiscent of the 1980s & 1990s. Filled with classic arcade games like Galaga and Super Mario Bros, along with specialty drinks and themed nights like music bingo and karaoke, it’s the perfect spot for a nostalgic date night or a fun outing with friends.

Torrent Brewing Company

Veenker Memorial Golf Course

Veenker Memorial Golf Course is a public golf course which is owned and operated by Iowa State University.

Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad & James H. Andrew Museum

A historical, educational railroad museum providing excursion train rides across the beautiful Des Moines River Valley. Tickets available online at www.bsvrr.com.

Boone County Fairgrounds

Boone History Center

Boone Speedway

Cedar Pointe Golf Course

Central Iowa Expo

Honey Creek Golf Club

Mamie Doud Eisenhower Birthplace

Midtown Crossing LLC

Rail Explorers

Take a tour with Rail Explorers and experience the magic of the railroad like never before! Ride the rails on our pedal-powered ‘Rail Explorers’ – a unique activity suitable for everyone.

Seven Oaks Recreation

Year-round outdoor recreation. Downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing. Canoe, kayak and river tube floats, paintball, Gladiator Assault Challenge mud run. Meeting and event space seating 300.

Center Grove Orchard

Our 20-acre Apple Orchard features more than 34 types of delicious, home-grown apples throughout the season. We have over 40+ Attractions, Photo Opps, Corn Maze, Many Food venues, Farm Animals, & More!

High Trestle Trail Bridge

Iowa Arboretum & Gardens

Explore gardens, trails, and the new Treehouse Village at the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens, an adventure for all ages.

Ledges State Park

Camelot Theater Foundation

Nevada Parks & Recreation

An outstanding park and trail system. SCORE Recreation Athletic Complex hosts local, state and national events. Outdoor aquatic center. Soccer, baseball, softball fields. Tennis and basketball courts.

SportsBowl

The Silo Club

Battin Heritage Association

Boone County Conservation

River Bend Golf Course

Story City Antique Carousel

Story Theater Grand Opera House