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Comfort Inn & Suites Independence
Cozy Chic Cabin on Private 10-acre Lake.
Super 8 by Wyndham Independence IA
Where time slows down, and the river whispers its secrets!
Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo
Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo
Popular places to visit
Heartland Acres Agribition Center
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Heartland Acres Agribition Center during your trip to Independence. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's entertainment venues.
River Ridge Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Independence at River Ridge Golf Course. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its entertainment venues.
Wapsipinicon Mill
You can study the exhibits at Wapsipinicon Mill, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Independence. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment venues.
Independence Vacations
Sometimes getting lost is one of the best ways to truly discover a new and unfamiliar place. That being said, it's always a good idea to learn a couple of key things about your destination before you head off. Read on for a few Independence tips and tricks.
Independence is a neighborhood in Waterloo. To get there, travel 25 miles (40 kilometers) east of the center.
Waterloo is home to some 68,000 residents.
Places to visit in Independence
Many have said that knowledge is power. With that in mind, you'll definitely feel more powerful by the time you're done with Heartland Acres Agribition Center. Need more? It doesn't matter whether you're trying to beat par or just in the mood to have some fun in the fresh air, you're sure to have a ball (pun intended) at River Ridge Golf Course. And that's not all. Slip on your khakis and find your best putter. If you're ready to get outdoors for an afternoon on the green, book in a tee time at Three Elms Golf Course.Where do you fly into for Independence?
Landing at Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)? Independence is just 40 miles (64 kilometers) away. Grab a cup of coffee, wave down a cab and you'll be there in no time!Frequently asked questions
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