Port of Dubuque, Dubuque

Name: Port of Dubuque
Address: Dubuque, United States

#49 among attractions in Dubuque

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The Port of Dubuque is the section of downtown Dubuque, Iowa that lies immediately adjacent to the Mississippi River. The area was among the first areas settled in what would become the City of Dubuque, and the State of Iowa. Historically, the area has been a center of heavy industry, but has recently seen extensive reinvestment and new construction. The area is now one of the main tourist destinations in Dubuque, as well as Iowa. ()

Coordinates: 42°29'52"N, 90°39'21"W

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Port of Dubuque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Port of Dubuque Marina, Mystique Ice Center, St. Raphael's Cathedral.

~1640 ftW
Museum, Maritime museum
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Dubuque
8 min walk • The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium is a window into the aquatic life and history of America's mighty Mississippi River, located in the river city of Dubuque, United States. This expansive facility, which seeks to educate and entertain its visitors...
~1380 ftSW
Sailing, Park, Marina
Port of Dubuque Marina, Dubuque
7 min walk • The Port of Dubuque Marina is a 100% transient marina, there are no permanent slip holders. The Port of Dubuque Marina's seventy-eight slips include fifty-four 30", twenty 40", and four 50". By utilizing the end ties, or T-heads of the docks, the Port of Dubuque Marina can accommodate a boat up to 100" in length.
1.1 miN
Sport complex, Hockey, Sport venue
Mystique Ice Center, Dubuque
29 min walk • The Mystique Community Ice Center is a 3,079-seat ice arena in Dubuque, Iowa that opened to the public on September 18, 2010. It was funded through a combination of private and public funds, led by Dubuque Community Ice and Recreation Center, Inc. It is open year round and has a 200'x85' NHL-size sheet of ice.
0.6 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Raphael's Cathedral, Dubuque
17 min walk • St. Raphael's Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral and a parish church in the Archdiocese of Dubuque located in Dubuque, Iowa. The parish is the oldest congregation of any Christian denomination in the state of Iowa.
~1170 ftSW
Nightlife, Casino, Gambling
Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque
6 min walk • The Diamond Jo Casino is a gambling casino and entertainment complex located in the Port of Dubuque, in Dubuque, Iowa. The casino is owned and operated by Las Vegas-based Boyd Gaming, which also owns the Diamond Jo Casino - Worth in Northwood, Iowa.
0.5 miSE
Bridge
Julien Dubuque Bridge, Dubuque
14 min walk • The Julien Dubuque Bridge crosses the Mississippi River. It joins the cities of Dubuque, Iowa, and East Dubuque, Illinois. The bridge is part of U.S. Route 20.
0.5 miW
Concerts and shows, Entertainment, Convention center
Five Flags Center, Dubuque
14 min walk • Five Flags Center is a multi-purpose facility in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. It is named for the five flags that have flown over Dubuque; the Fleur de Lis of France, the Royal Flag of Spain, the Union Jack of Great Britain, the French Republic Flag of Napoleon & America's Stars and Stripes.
0.6 miW
Park
Washington Park, Dubuque
17 min walk • Washington Park is a small public, urban park located in Downtown Dubuque, Iowa, United States. The park encompasses an entire city block, bordered on the north by West 7th Street, on the west by Bluff Street, on the south by West 6th Street, and on the east by Locust Street.
0.8 miNW
Historical place, Civic center, City hall
Dubuque City Hall, Dubuque
21 min walk • Dubuque City Hall is located in Dubuque, Iowa, United States. The building was designed by J.N. Moody after Faneuil Hall in Boston and the Fulton Street Market in New York City. Dubuque architect John F. Rague served as the supervising architect during construction.
0.5 miNW
Historical and heritage tours, Tower, Tours
Dubuque County Courthouse, Dubuque
13 min walk • The Dubuque County Courthouse is located on Central Avenue, between 7th and 8th Streets, in Dubuque, Iowa, United States. The current structure was built from 1891 to 1893 to replace an earlier building.
0.6 miW
Tower
Town Clock, Dubuque
15 min walk • The Town Clock is a large clock that stands in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. The clock has stood over the city for over 130 years. The present clock is the second "Town Clock"; the first collapsed in the 1870s, killing three people.

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Which popular attractions are close to Port of Dubuque?

Nearby attractions include Dubuque Star Brewery, Dubuque (4 min walk), Shot Tower, Dubuque (5 min walk), Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque (6 min walk), Port of Dubuque Marina, Dubuque (7 min walk).

How to get to Port of Dubuque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Port of Dubuque:

Bus

S Main St. at Arby's • Lines: Blue (14 min walk)
Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center (14 min walk)

Train

4th Street (17 min walk)
Fenelon Place (18 min walk)