8 days in Dubuque Itinerary

Dubuque is the county seat of Dubuque County, Iowa, United States, located along the Mississippi River. Appreciate the collections at National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium and National Farm Toy Museum. Visit Dickeyville Grotto and St. Francis Basilica for their historical value. Change things up with these side-trips from Dubuque: Fulton (Heritage Canyon & De Immigrant Windmill). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Art on the River, Public Art Display, steep yourself in history at Washburne House State Historic Site, walk around Mines of Spain, and take an in-depth tour of The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums.

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In August in Dubuque, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 60°F at night.