Things to do in Dubuque
Cable Car Square
Cable car elevator, charming shops, boutiques and eateries can all be found here. Located at Fourth and Bluff Street and open 10am - 5pm Monday - Saturday; 11am - 4pm Sunday year-round. Call 563-583-5000 for more information.
Crystal Lake Cave
Take a guided tour through over 3,000 feet of well-lit passageways, showing nature's crystal menagerie and intricate formations. Gift shop and picnic grounds are also on site. Open 9am - 6pm daily Memorial Day - Labor Day; reduced hours in May, September & October. Located three miles south of Dubuque on Hwy. 52. Call 563-556-6451 for more information.
Dubuque Diamond Jo Casino
Enjoy the fun of year-round gambling on this excursion boat, with slot machines, video poker, roulette and blackjack. Open 8am - 3am Tuesday - Thursday; 24 hours Friday - Sunday; cruising season is April - September. Located at Third Street at Ice Harbor. Call 800-LUCKY JO for more information.
Dubuque Greyhound Park and Casino
Play 600 of the newest and most popular slot machines. Live greyhound racing from May through October; simulcast races year-round. Restaurant, banquet facilities, concessions, bar, gift shop are all on site. Open 9am - 2am Sunday - Thursday; 24 hours Friday - Saturday; year-round. Call 800-373-3647 for more information.
1855 Greyhound Park Drive., Dubuque, IA
Dubuque Museum of Art
Changing exhibitions of 20th century American art, including Grant Wood paintings can be viewed here. Open 10am - 5pm Tuesday - Friday; 1 - 4pm Saturday & Sunday; year-round, except holidays. Call 563-557-1851 for more information.
701 Locust Street, Dubuque, IA
Dubuque Symphony
The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra brings the best in classical, chamber, pops, and holiday music to Dubuque and the surrounding area. The popular Arena Pops Concert is presented with dinner and a live performance featuring well-known guest artists. Summer outdoor concerts include family-oriented pops concerts with food and games. Call 563-557-1677 for more information.
1633 Main Street, Dubuque, IA
Fenelon Place Elevator
Also known as the Fourth Street Elevator, this is the world's shortest, steepest scenic railway. Erected in 1882, the lift is 296 feet in length, elevating passengers 189 feet from Fourth Street to Fenelon Place. It has a magnificent view of three states and the Mississippi River. Open 8am - 10pm daily April - November. Call 563-582-6496 for more information.
512 Fenelon Place, Dubuque, IA
Five Flags Center Theater
Built in 1910, the theater was designed by Rapp and Rapp (the country's leading theater designers) and modeled after the Moulin Rouge in Paris. Five Flags Center presents a variety of events, from nationally recognized musicians and professional theater troupes to local ballet performances and more. Located at 4th and Main Streets. Call 888-412-9758. for more information.
Grand Opera House
The Grand Opera House, celebrating 30 years of quality entertainment, features well-known musicals, plays, and special events throughout the year. A community theater offering volunteer opportunities for all, the Grand is the oldest theater in Dubuque, built in 1889. Take a walk by and discover its rich beauty and history. Call 563-588-1305 for more information.
135 West 8th Street, Dubuque, IA