University Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Kinnick Stadium
Catch an event at Kinnick Stadium during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while 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
Cozy bed and clean room with a great proximity to the university.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
The room was so beautiful! Very clean and the breakfast buffet was better than a lot of other spots. Fresh fruit variety and good coffee :)
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
Perfect location, easy parking. Bathrooms could use an update.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Heartland Inn
Room seemed clean. Property- stairs well, hall ways dated and dirty
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
I liked everything
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
We had a one night stay. Front desk staff very welcoming & helpful. Property updates and clean. Tim was updated and also clean. Quiet safe area. Easy to get to. Breakfast area nice, clean & organized. Selection of hot items and cold.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
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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 Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum.
Northside
Northside might not have many top sights, but Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum 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.
