Booking a Hotel in Newton, IA
Newton, Iowa will surprise you as a great vacation destination. Located in central Iowa just 30 miles from Des Moines, it hosts a ton of festivals, parks, and recreation to keep you busy all four seasons.
Founded in the mid-19th century, Newton began as a coal mining town. Once the home of Maytag, Newton is still an industry player, but has a very vibrant arts scene. This quaint Iowa town boasts historic architecture, festivals, and so much more.
If you like the arts or shopping, don’t miss the Center for Arts and Artists, or one of the popular festivals such as Iowa Sculpture Festival. Newton also boasts walking tours of historic downtown and several performing arts venues.
If the outdoor activities are more to your liking, there is no shortage of things to keep you busy. Whether you’d prefer hiking at Clear Lake, visiting the Iowa Speedway or taking in everything at the Newton Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Newton is full of experiences to take part in.
With so much to offer, Newton truly has something for everyone.
- Aurora Park
- Bailey Wildlife Area
- Historic Downtown Newton
- Iowa Sculplture Festival
- Iowa Speedway
- Maytag Park
- Newton Arboretum & Botanical Garden
- The Center for Arts & Artists
- Buena Vista University
- Des Moines Area Community College
- Grennell College
- Boyhood Home of Emerson Hough
- Jasper County Historical Society
- Newton Water Tower
- Terrace Hill Historic Site
- Skiff Medical Center
- Newton Municipal Airport
- 132nd Wing Iowa National Guard
- Camp Dodge
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