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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Cedar Rapids travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cedar Rapids

With a population of 126,326, Cedar Rapids is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Cedar Rapids has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Cedar Rapids

Summer NASCAR Weekly Racing + Special Racing Events
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Where to Eat in Cedar Rapids

If you’re looking for affordable options, Midtown Reserve (319 7th St SE) and 30hop Cedar Rapids (951 Blairs Ferry Rd NE) are great picks.

When to visit Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids in December
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cedar Rapids in December
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cedar Rapids in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10.4 °F, with an average temperature of 19.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.9″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Cedar Rapids, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.

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How to Get to Cedar Rapids

Plane

When flying to Cedar Rapids, you’ll arrive at Cedar Rapids (CID), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Cedar Rapids include Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Cedar Rapids departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 20m.

Bus

Cedar Rapids’s bus station is located 9 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Cedar Rapids, you’ll arrive at Cedar Rapids (CID), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Cedar Rapids include Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Cedar Rapids departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 20m.

Bus

Cedar Rapids’s bus station is located 9 miles from the city center.

Airports near Cedar Rapids

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MLIMoline Quad-City
CIDCedar Rapids

Airlines serving Cedar Rapids

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,555 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,005 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,496 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,001 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,405 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,242 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,116 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,469 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,160 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,365 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,673 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,561 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (927 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cedar Rapids

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites Cedar Rapids Cid Eastern Iowa Airport and Comfort Inn and Suites Cedar Rapids North - Collins Road.

Most popular hotel in Cedar Rapids by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Cedar Rapids

Most booked hotels in Cedar Rapids

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cedar Rapids Marion
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 88 reviews)
$108+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 323 reviews)
$145+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Rapids Air
2 stars
Good (7.5, 996 reviews)
$79+
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Sleep Inn Marion - Cedar Rapids
2 stars
Good (7.4, 381 reviews)
$72+
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Cooper's Mill
3 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$0+
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Radisson Hotel Cedar Rapids
3 stars
Good (6.7, 211 reviews)
$70+
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Renting a car in Cedar Rapids

Renting a car in Cedar Rapids costs $75 per day, on average, or $299 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Dollar are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Cedar Rapids is the Hertz branch at 2121 Wright Brothers Blvd W., which is 8 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 15% more expensive than at Cedar Rapids.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Cedar Rapids (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Cedar Rapids is Full-size (Kia Optima or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cedar Rapids costs $75 per day, on average, or $299 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Dollar are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Cedar Rapids is the Hertz branch at 2121 Wright Brothers Blvd W., which is 8 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 15% more expensive than at Cedar Rapids.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Cedar Rapids (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Cedar Rapids is Full-size (Kia Optima or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Cedar Rapids

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$30/day

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Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

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