We invite you to take a day trip to scenic Central City, Iowa.  Central City, population 1157 (2000), is located in Linn County, 15 miles northeast of Cedar Rapids on four-lane Highway 13.  Stop by for one of our many Local Events
or come any day for a relaxing break using the sample itinerary below.  How to Get Here

Morning - Shop Downtown Central City

Historic buildings, true-to-period renovations and (of course!) small-town friendliness await you at the shops of downtown Central City. Most shops are open daily Monday through Friday and many businesses are open Saturdays. Visit:

  • Central City Pharmacy for a wide assortment of high-quality gift items, greeting cards, an old-fashioned candy counter and local wines.
  • Central City Dollar Store - click here for store coupon special for a huge variety of must have household goods, gifts and seasonal items. Most items under $1.00!
  • Beauty Bank for a manicure and/or pedicure, tanning, haircuts & Styling.
  • A Simple Touch for a relaxing massage.

12 PM - Lunch

  • Pick up a sandwich at Subway, R&R or the Hometown Market, all located on Highway 13, for a picnic lunch at Pinicon Ridge Park.
  • Montana's Restaurant, Downtown Central City
  • Bubba's Bar and Grill, Downtown Central City
  • Stove House

Afternoon - Enjoy Scenic Central City

  • Nature Lovers can walk the trails, fish or even go canoeing at Pinicon Ridge Park just west of Highway 13 in Central City.
  • Check out our new bike trail and Splash pad with the kids.
  • Enjoy a round of golf at the nine hole Meadowview Golf Course.
  • Stop in at Station 1 for fishing and tackle for a fun afternoon of fishing
  • Waterhouse for some ice cream, popcorn, coffee and gift shop.

You can learn more about current local businesses on Our Businesses Page.

See our Day Trip Itinerary Page to plan a visit to Central City.

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Central City Mainstreet
is part of a nationwide program founded by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to rehabilitate and revitalize America's downtown
business districts.
 
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