10 Things to do in Newton That You Shouldn't Miss

June 15, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

Newton is the county seat and most populous city in Jasper County, Iowa, United States. Located 30 miles (48 km) east of Des Moines, Newton is in Central Iowa. As of the 2010 Census, the city population was 15,254. It is the home of Iowa Speedway, Maytag Dairy Farms, and the Iowa Sculpture Festival.
Restaurants in Newton

1. International Wrestling Institute and Museum NO LONGER EXISTS

1690 W 19th St S. THIS IS CURRENTLY THE ADDRESS OF BAR NONE COWBOY CHURCH, Newton, IA 50208-6008 +1 641-791-1517 [email protected]
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The history of the world's "oldest sport."

2. Capitol II Theatre

116 1st St N, Newton, IA 50208-3279 +1 641-792-3549 [email protected] http://www.capitol2.com
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Capitol II Theatre

First run movie theater with a lot of heart and character. The home of Joy the Minipig! Please call ahead of time if you want to meet Joy!

3. Jasper County Historical Museum

1700 S 15th Ave W I-80 Exit 164, Newton, IA 50208-4321 +1 641-792-9118 [email protected] http://www.jaspercountymuseum.com
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Jasper County Historical Museum

The museum is comprised of a 16,000+ Main Building, Ag Building, 1865 Barn, Steam Engine House and Blacksmith shop. Exhibits include furnished Victorian era rooms, 1930's rooms, General Store, Post Office, Barber Shop and Millinery Shop. Newton was known as "the washing machine center of the world" and over 70 machines from Maytag and other Newton Companies are on display.

4. Gezellig

403 W 4th St N Building 17, Suite 103, Newton, IA 50208-3026 +1 641-792-9218 [email protected] http://www.gezelligbrewing.com/
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Gezellig

5. Maytag Dairy Farm

2282 E 8th St N, Newton, IA 50208-8775 +1 641-792-1133 http://www.maytagdairyfarms.com
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Maytag Dairy Farm

This farm is famous for its Maytag Blue cheese.

Reviewed By LoafJugThouTree - Shepherdstown, United States

Covid-19 has made a trip to anywhere outside my house just about impossible. So, how do I make the inside of my house into a destination? One way: After a wonderful dinner main course -- my wife is SO good -- I cut off from my two-pound wheel a spoke of Maytag blue cheese which I put on a cracker and consumed with a glass of Sauterne, THE French sweet dessert wine. The two go together SO well, I was encouraged to try another. I was beside myself. And since there were now two of me, PARTY TIME! Maytag blue is an American gem. The shipping is prompt and, frankly, the way the cheese is packed is itself an art form. My advice for this trip: Put the cheese on a plane and then on a truck that brings it to your home. Pandemic? Quarantine? OK. Pass the Maytag!.

6. Richard Petty Driving Experience

3300 S 24th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208-8787 +1 800-237-3889
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Get behind the wheel in one of our 8 – 80 lap driving programs or Ride-Along shotgun for 3 high-speed laps at over 20 tracks nationwide – including Iowa Speedway!

7. Iowa Speedway

3333 Rusty Wallace Dr, Newton, IA 50208-8797 +1 641-792-8722 http://www.iowaspeedway.com/
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4.5 based on 172 reviews

Iowa Speedway

Reviewed By timwhite1960 - Newton, United States

The races here are action packed and good entertainment. The facility is in great shape and clean. The races are well run by the facility with little delay during the race. Wish they had more bands there other than race weekends.

8. Westwood Golf Course

3387 Highway F48 W, Newton, IA 50208-2857 +1 641-792-3087 [email protected] http://www.westwoodgolfcoursenewton.com/
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Westwood Golf Course

9. Valle Drive-In

4074 Highway F48, Newton, IA 50208 +1 641-792-3558 http://www.valledrive-in.com/
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Valle Drive-In

10. Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

3000 N 4th Ave E, Newton, IA 50208-8745 +1 641-791-3021 http://www.newtonarboretum.com/
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Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Reviewed By 731sherylj - Los Altos, United States

I was lucky to have my sister-in-law to know about this public garden. Most of the plants are identified and many were in bloom during our visit the end of April. If in the area and want a quiet place to be surrounded by a lovely garden with a few benches highly suggest you visit.

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