Traveling by Plane?
Unfortunately, The Dubuque Regional Airport is currently only servicing private flights. But you have options! The closest airports are:
Eastern Iowa Airport out of Cedar Rapids Iowa. This is about a 1 hour and 20-minute drive to Dubuque.
Quad Cities International Airport. This is about a 1 hour and 15-minute drive to Dubuque.
Chicago O'Hare is a 2 hour and 47-minute drive
The drive from The Twin Cities is 4 1/2 hours
Hotel Julien is a historic city treasure and a favorite spot for Al Capone when in the area. It was also a shooting site in 2015 for ABC's The Bachelor. Its charming and offers an indoor pool, and a breakfast cafe.
Very Good reviews. Breakfast included. Indoor waterpark for the kiddos. Fully refundable
Excellent reviews
Rated 9.6 out of 10. Quiet and scenic location
Homemade breakfast
Breakfast included
Pool
Fully refundable
Note: I requested room blocks at several hotels and found the Expedia.com prices were much better.
Breakfast included
Pool
Fully Refundable
Excellent Reviews
Top rated breakfast
Walking distance to The Diamond Jo casino
The greater Dubuque area is filled with many must see sites to take in! During your stay here are some fun suggestions!
Hike at the Mines of Spain
Tour Crystal Lake Cave
Take a 30 min drive to Dyersville to see The Field of Dreams
If Casino action is something you enjoy Dubuque offers two, The Diamond Jo Casino and Q Casino and Resort
Take the kids for a swim at the Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark
Stroll the gardens at the Dubuque Arboretum
Take in the nature at Eagle Point Park with beautiful views over the Mississippi River
Take a 20-minute drive and explore Galena Illinois. This historic small town offers a main street with shopping, kayaking, restaurants, historic tours of U.S. President Grant's home and much more. One of the bride's favorite spots!
Chestnut Mountain Resort in Galena featuring an Alpine Slide, a 2,050 foot long track down the mountain with a scenic chairlift that gives you views of 3 states. The resort also features zip lines, mini golf, and river cruises.
Play golf at one of the many courses in the greater Dubuque area
Explore Downtown Dubuque and the Millwork District
Take a walk along the Riverwalk
Ride the 4th Street Elevator and Fenelon Place! The world's shortest and steepest scenic railway! Built in 1882. P.S.- There is an ice cream shop at the bottom! While there you can check out some cute boutique shopping in Cable Car Square.
The National Mississippi River Museum
Surrounding wineries:
Park Farm Winery-Bankston Iowa
Galena Cellars- Galena Illinois
Stone Cliff Winery
Local Breweries:
7 Hills
Dimensional
Backpocket
Jubeck
River Ridge
Dark Bird
Happy Joes Pizza
Happy Joes is a Dubuque Icon. They have an assortment of Pizza, Pasta and Sandwich options but they are famous for their Taco Pizza!
Betty Janes Candies
Another Dubuque icon. Best chocolate ever!
Marios Italian Restaurant
I highly recommend the Panzarotti but beware, its huge!
Roses and Berries Cafe
The pastries here are amazing and the coffee will win you over!
Brazen Open Kitchen /Bar
Copper Kettle
Covivium Urban Farmstand
Yardarm Riverfront Bar and Grill
Pepper Sprout Midwest Cuisine
Catfish Charlie's
L.May Eatery
Roux & Lucia Bistro & Bakery
Vinny Vanucchi's Little Italy
Moracco Super Club
Our venue is a private home. The house is in the country off a lane. Parking will be along the lane which ends in a cul de sac. The neighbors will be aware of our event, and it is ok to park in front of the other homes.
Please consider carpooling to save space or if you're planning to have drinks Uber also services this area.
Please arrive between 5:00 -5:15 pm. It may take a few minutes to park. Ceremony will start at 5:30 pm. Reception to follow
We can't wait to celebrate our special day with you!
Please RSVP to accept or decline by May 13, 2026