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Day 1
9:00	Begin your visit to the Scenic City with an architectural walking tour of downtown, including the historic bridges of Iowa Falls. Find gifts, antiques, gourmet coffee, soft custard and more at the many specialy shops.
Lunch	You are sure to find a tasty meal at one of the five restaurants downtown.
1:45	Head to the Scenic City Empress Boat Club, Inc. for a relaxing guided tour of the Iowa River Valley.
4:15	Take a cool dip in the new water park. Finish the day with an evening meal in downtown Iowa Falls. Make sure to take in a movie in the renovated Metropolitan Opera House.
DAY 2
9:00	Travel three miles southwest of Iowa Falls to Calkins Nature Area to experience outdoor walking trails and animal exhibits. The museum features the area history from 400 million years ago up to the arrival of the white settlers.
lunch	Eat at one of many restaurants in Iowa Falls.
1:00	Shop Iowa Falls many downtown specialty stores.
3:00	Tour the restored Carnegie/Ellsworth Building and discover the community’s history through exhibits. Also view an international art exhibition.