Muscatine: Come and Visit the Pearl of the Mississippi
The charming city of Muscatine, IA is the county seat of Muscatine County. Located along the Mississippi River, it is nicknamed ‘The Pearl of the Mississippi’. The principal city in the Muscatine Micropolitan Statistical Area, it was incorporated in 1839. It began as a trading post and its name is said to be a derivative of the Native American tribe Mascouten. Arrive in the city through the Quad City International Airport.
Best Time to Visit
To make the best of warm weather activities, visit the city in the late spring and early summer. Muscatine, Iowa is busiest from June to October with most visitors arriving in July. Off season runs from November to April. The best Muscatine, IA hotel deals can be found in the off season. Book your hotel or motel during this time to avoid big tourist crowds. There are several hotels in the city that cater to locals and tourists.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The city has many museums that will surely entertain tourists of all ages. Check out the Buffalo Bill Museum and the Figge Art Museum for their interactive exhibitions. It is also worth checking out the National Pearl Button Museum. For some outdoor fun, check out Discovery Park and Weed Park. The latter is known or its lagoon and aquatic center. For some well deserved retail therapy, carve out some time to visit the NorthPark Mall. If you are feeling lucky, you can also spend some time at the Isle Casino Bettendorf. After a day or exploring everything that Muscatine has to offer, get some well deserved rest and check in at the Hotel Muscatine or at the Americinn by Wyndham Muscatine.