4 days in South Central Iowa Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 7th (Tue): admire the landmark architecture of American Gothic House.

To see maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read Eldon vacation planning site.

Atlanta to Eldon is an approximately 6-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Atlanta to Eldon. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Atlanta in March; daily highs in Eldon reach 46°F and lows reach 28°F. On the 7th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Knoxville.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Wed): get to know the fascinating history of Klokkenspel, contemplate the long history of Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House, then stroll around Lake Red Rock, and finally join the crowd at Marion County Fairgrounds.

To find photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Knoxville route planning app.

Drive from Eldon to Knoxville in 1.5 hours. March in Knoxville sees daily highs of 47°F and lows of 29°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Winterset.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Thu): enjoy breathtaking views from Clark Tower, then snap pictures at Cutler-Donahoe Bridge, then take in the views from Roseman Covered Bridge, and finally take in the views from Hogback Covered Bridge. On the next day, see the interesting displays at Iowa Quilt Museum, then take an in-depth tour of Madison County Historical Complex, then make a trip to Courthouse Square, and finally examine the collection at John Wayne Birthplace & Museum.

To find reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Winterset itinerary planner.

Getting from Knoxville to Winterset by car takes about 1.5 hours. March in Winterset sees daily highs of 49°F and lows of 30°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to drive back home.