Location: Fort Dodge
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What to do and see in Fort Dodge, Iowa (IA): The Best Things to do
Fort Dodge is a city in and the county seat of Webster County, Iowa, United States, along the Des Moines River. The population was 25,206 in the 2010 census, an increase from 25,136 in the 2000 census. Fort Dodge is a major commercial center for North Central and Northwest Iowa. It is located on U.S. Routes 20 and 169.
Restaurants in Fort Dodge
1. Studio Fusion
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
DIY Art Studio specializing in fused glass. Also offering pottery and canvas painting. No studio fee. Cost based on piece selected. Cost includes materials, studio time, instruction, clean-up and kiln firing if required.
2. The Fort Museum & Frontier Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
The Fort Museum houses an impressive collection of relics from Iowa's frontier days, including an array of military, Native American, and natural history artifacts. Our Frontier Village is home to an amazing 1855 Carlson-Richey log cabin, an original one room Belle Plaine schoolhouse, and many more amazing buildings to explore.
3. Community Orchard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
OPEN AUGUST 1st. Community Orchard is a 50 acre apple orchard located in North Central Iowa. Home decor, fall decor, bakery and the Apple Orchard Cafe round out this venue. Open August 1st til December 23rd. Come see us!! The Back 40 Playground is brand new this fall. It is a 4 acre playground for kids and adults. It features a large jumping pillow, farm tile slide, farm tile rollers, goats, llamas and two pot bellied pigs.... Try the pedal karts, play in the corn box and participate in the duck races. Dress a scarecrow and take a picture. Playground hours are daily from 10-6...come out and enjoy a fantastic fall day with great food finds. New Corn Maze every year. Try our new Caramel Apple Flat pie, eat a walking taco in the Back 40 eatery and sit back and enjoy yourself.
Reviewed By megbeshey - Fort Dodge, United States
This incredible place of fun, traditions and memories is just a stone's throw away from where I live. I love seeing the pumpkins in the fields, the families playing in the Back 40 and the cars parked while people sit inside the cafe enjoying amazing food, shopping for Iowa food/products and the Apple Attic....oh my! Every time I go in there, I get something for me, something for my mom (cinnamon ice cream is her fave!), apple turnovers (for my dad) and the dog too! So many unique things and the gift boxes are great for the holidays to ship to loved ones something special from the Orchard!
4. Soldier Creek Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Our Tasting Room is open every weekend (except certain holidays). Visit us: Friday 4-8 Saturday 1-6 Sunday 1-5 Enjoy our Vineyard Vibrations Live Music Series every Friday of the year from 6-8 as well as select Sundays from 3-5, free. You can taste any or all of our wines, complimentary. During your tasting, if you have questions, just ask. Our hosts can tell you about our grape selection, production methods, and what makes each wine special.
5. Shiny Top Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By glenn-goehring
Traveled to Emmetsburg, Iowa from SD for a family reunion... Meet some or friends in Ft Dodge on a whim- TripAdvisor said this was a good stop- couldn't have been more true. Got to sample some great beers, yummy pizza and catch up on old times! Highly recommend!!!
6. John F. Kennedy Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
7. Fort Dodge Grain Silo Mural
8. Blanden Art Museum
9. Fort Frenzy
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 34 reviews
"Where It's All Fun & Games!" at Fort Frenzy! Complete with attractions, pizza buffet, and arcade, there is something fun for all members of the family. Year round attractions include; Spin Zone, laser tag, mini bowling, and ValoJump. Season attraction: Go-karts, mini golf, and bumper boats.
10. The Iowa Outdoor Store
The Iowa Outdoors Hardware & Rental Store is a locally owned and operated business that takes great pride in the hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation lifestyle. From the owners to the sales staff, we are just like you. We grew up hunting, fishing, and trapping the lands of Iowa. Newly added is the Hardware Hank store!
