Hotels in Waterloo

Beneath the rumble of John Deere tractors rolling off assembly lines, Waterloo reveals its surprising depths. The Factory City's industrial heritage comes alive at the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum, where agricultural innovation spans generations. Cedar Valley Nature Trail offers peaceful respite along the river that splits the city in two. Young ones squeal with delight at Lost Island Waterpark's slides and wave pools, while the adjacent Theme Park adds roller coaster thrills. The Waterloo Center for the Arts houses an unexpected treasure - America's largest collection of Haitian art. After museum-hopping through the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center and Grout Museum, refuel at local diners where farm-to-table isn't a trend but a centuries-old tradition.