Breakfast: The Hutt
Serving breakfast on Saturday and Sunday to get your day started. Enjoy the eggs benedict, it’s a park favorite!
Relax In... Okoboji
Morning: Great Lakes Maritime Museum
Take advantage of the free admission to the Okoboji Spirit Center, then tour the Maritime Museum and Arnolds Park Museum to explore their collection of rare artifacts.
Ready for more historical fun? Visit the Iowa Rock ‘N Roll Music Hall of Fame.
Lunch: The Nautical Bar & Grill
Sit down for a relaxing meal alongside live music, comedy shows and trivia at The Nautical Bar & Grill.
Craving authentic Mexican cuisine? Stop at the Taco House.
Afternoon: Arnolds Park Amusement Park
Step inside a world of nostalgia. With over 30 rides and attractions, this classic amusement park thrills visitors of all ages.
Roller coasters not your thing? Enjoy the great shopping at the Shops at the Queen’s Court and the Central Emporium.
Evening: The Barefoot Bar
Located at the Parks Marina, you can arrive by land or boat to enjoy a full bar and delicious beach-fare food, which includes everything from pizza to ribs and seafood all prepared fresh on the grill.
Take a cruise around Okoboji on the famous Queen II.
Stay: The Inn Hotel
Built in 1896 as “the hub of society,” it has since been renovated to reclaim its Golden Age legacy of offering pleasure and escape through elegantly decorated rooms and amenities such as an onsite tavern, outdoor pool, fitness center and complimentary breakfast.
Breakfast: O'farrell Sisters
Visit this longtime eatery serving breakfast eats, including giant cinnamon rolls. They have a full bar and are famous for their pies too!
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Explore more about Okoboji
Explore the captivating adventures of Okoboji with astonishing lakes, waterfront eateries and entertainment for all ages. The area's beautiful, glacier-carved lakes cover approximately 15,000 acres and include Iowa’s largest natural lake, Spirit Lake. For on-land fun, ride or walk around the lakes on the Iowa Great Lakes Trail or test your skills at the Okoboji Gold Disc Golf Course.
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