Waterloo: A Celebration of Art, Culture and History
Waterloo, IA is located at the banks of Cedar River and is known as one of the most historic cities in Iowa. It is home to “Wahawk” West Waterloo High Schools’ mascot, named by mixing Waterloo and Black Hawk, the later being the county Waterloo, IA is located. This municipal city services flights to the region via the Waterloo Regional Airport located just a few minutes away from Waterloo’s CBD. Originally named as “Prairie Rapids Crossing” it was later named the Iowa State Register and Waterloo Herald, the first ever newspaper published in the city.
Best Time to Visit
June is a good time of the year to visit Waterloo, Iowa, not only for the weather but to experience several events and festivities in the area such as the Iowa Arts Festival and My Waterloo Days. Activities under the sun can be best enjoyed during the months of June to the first weeks of September.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Before heading town, you might want to secure a room at the Ramada by Wyndham Waterloo Hotel and Convention Center that is just a few steps away from the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center. The College Square Mall can be easily reached from the hotel’s vicinity; it is where you can shop for great finds. Another stunning place you can consider home while in Waterloo would be the 3-star Hampton Inn Waterloo. The Lost Island Waterpark and Grout Museum District is just a few minutes away from the hotel site by foot.