Sightseeing
Hickory Grove Park
67464 250th StGreat park just minutes walk or drive from our house.
Food Scene
Country House Family Restaurant
68168 U.S. 30Family run diner 2 minutes drive from our house.
Niland's Cafe
24 Lincoln HwyGreat little diner on the historic Lincoln highway. Great for a little treat.
If you are looking for a nicer dinner option, this is a must stop in Ames.
11 locals recommend
Aunt Maudes
547 Main StIf you are looking for a nicer dinner option, this is a must stop in Ames.
Cafe Diem
229 Main StNice coffee spot in downtown Ames.
Everything Else
Twin Anchors Golf Course
68030 U.S. 30Golf Course within 5 minutes of our house.
Fawcett Family Aquatic Center
1717 Fawcett ParkwayWaterpark within 5 minutes of our house.
2801 Grand Ave
2801 Grand AvenueFarmers market starting soon- every Saturday from 8am-1230pm.
Here is a list calendar of events for the city of Ames and the surrounding area:
https://www.visitames.com/events/index.aspx
8 locals recommend
Ames
Here is a list calendar of events for the city of Ames and the surrounding area:
https://www.visitames.com/events/index.aspx
Essentials
Fareway Grocery
1505 S B AveGroceries 5 minutes from our house.
Entertainment & Activities
Iowa State University's football stadium is awesome, if you are in the area for a football game, it is worth a look! You will find us tailgating there. GO CYCLONES!
S. 4th St. at Victory Lane station
Iowa State University's football stadium is awesome, if you are in the area for a football game, it is worth a look! You will find us tailgating there. GO CYCLONES!