5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
We visited the bridges of Madison county and local wineries. Beautiful drives.
Winterset, IA
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Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
1304 North 4th Avenue Winterset IA
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1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
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2650 University Ave. Des Moines IA
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Popular places to visit
Roseman Bridge
You can learn about the history of Winterset with a stop at Roseman Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Clark Tower
You can find out about the history of Winterset with a stop at Clark Tower. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Cedar Bridge
You can learn about the history of Winterset when you stop by Cedar Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Holliwell Bridge
Learn about the local history of Winterset when you spend time at Holliwell Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
John Wayne Birthplace Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at John Wayne Birthplace Museum in Winterset. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Madison County Courthouse
Madison County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Winterset, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Reviews of Winterset
4.6
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Terri
Loved Winterset. John Wayne museum was nightlight. Enjoyed seeing the covered bridges. The downtown was so authentic...took you back in time. Beautiful old building. Beautiful parks. Hope to go back when the weather is nicer.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Very limited dining choices for an area with many wonderful sites to see
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Great place, we enjoyed our visit.
5/5 - Excellent
Patty
Loved the town, it was small but very nice.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Beautiful town. Locals are very friendly and make you feel at home. The bridges are one of our favorite places to visit.
- John Wayne Birthplace Museum
- Roseman Bridge
- Clark Tower
- Madison County Courthouse
- Cedar Bridge
- Hogback Bridge
- The Winterset Stage
- Cutler-Donahoe Covered Bridge
- Holliwell Bridge
- Pammel State Park
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Drake University
- Val Air Ballroom
- Blank Park Zoo
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Living History Farms
- Merle Hay Mall
- West Glen Town Center
- Des Moines Art Center
- Lakeside Casino
- Valley Junction
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Simpson College
- The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex
- National Balloon Museum
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- Gray’s Lake Park
- Salisbury House
- Raccoon River Park
- Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park
- Buccaneer Arena