Iowa delivers quirky roadside charm—giant gnomes, the world’s largest popcorn ball, and more John Deere factory tours than you can shake a stick at. Some of these we’ve visited, others are still on our list. When we’ve been somewhere, the link takes you to our photo page with details and snark. Otherwise, you’ll head to their official site (assuming one exists—sometimes that’s half the adventure).
Things To Do in Iowa
Ames
World’s Largest Concrete Gnome – Giant garden gnome at Reiman Gardens.
Ankeny
John Deere Des Moines Works Tour – Factory tour of John Deere operations.
Audubon
World’s Largest Bull – Albert the Bull on East Division Street.
Brandon
Iowa’s Largest Frying Pan – Oversized cooking implement.
Britt
The National Hobo Museum – Celebrating hobo culture and history.
Columbus Junction
Lover’s Leap Swinging Bridge – Located in Swinging Bridge Park, 303 Oak Street.
Crystal Lake
World’s Largest Bullhead – Giant fish sculpture at 161-177 State St South.
Davenport
John Deere Davenport Works Tour – Factory tour of John Deere operations.
Dubuque
John Deere Dubuque Works Tour – Factory tour of John Deere operations.
Dyersville
Field of Dreams Movie Site – Baseball field from the iconic film.
Iowa City
World’s Largest Wooden Nickel – Located at 3246-3248 Iowa River Corridor Trail.
Ottumwa
John Deere Ottumwa Works Tour – Factory tour of John Deere operations.
Sac City
World’s Largest Popcorn Ball – Giant popcorn ball at 1300 W Main St.
Strawberry Point
World’s Largest Strawberry – Giant strawberry sculpture at 111 Commercial Street.
Walcott
World’s Largest Truck Stop – Iowa 80 mega truck stop.
Waterloo
John Deere Tractor Cab Assembly Operations Tour – See tractor cab assembly in action.
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