Students hang out at the local coffee shop, Saints Rest

Visit Grinnell, Iowa

There’s a lot of noise about this quiet town.

Grinnell, Iowa — it’s a place where artists find inspiration, where architecture tells grand old stories, and where anyone can find their crew. Farmer’s Markets. Art galleries. Movies on Main Street. Our city has a reputation for being one of the best college towns in America. But what really makes Grinnell unique is that once you’re here, the quiet charm and welcoming crowd will make it feel like you’ve been here all along.

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    Come to eat.

    Our community’s creative spirit is part of what makes our city’s cuisine so exceptional. Thirty local eateries. Critically acclaimed bakeries. Dining options for everyone. And there’s a good chance that the food on your plate was grown just around the corner.

  • Student walking in front of ARH in spring

    Come to stay.

    The city of Grinnell offers many options for lodging, all within a few miles of campus. Check out Hotel Grinnell, which is just around the corner. The city also has plenty of bed-and-breakfasts, if that’s more to your liking. At certain times of year (like commencement), hotel vacancy can be hard to come by, but be sure to check out the accommodations in nearby cities.

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    Getting to and Around Grinnell

    Grinnell sits at the heart of a constellation of Midwestern cities. The College's location in central Iowa makes it an easy drive from any major metropolis in the Midwest. If you’re coming from afar, you can fly into Des Moines or Cedar Rapids. Both are a one-hour drive from campus.

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