Whether attendees are traveling to an Iowa-based event alone or bringing the whole family, they'll want to block off extra time to enjoy these and other Iowa cities.

Iowa's top meeting venues offer captivating settings and sleek, modern facilities that take the stress out of event planning, so groups can focus on what’s important: networking, sharing ideas and information and, of course, having fun.

In addition to giving groups ample options for post-meeting entertainment, these art-rich spots also do double duty as engaging meeting venues around Iowa.

As home to Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, mixes Aggieville’s vibrant campus charm with a bustling downtown.

Add a picturesque waterfront-adjacent convention center — which is currently undergoing a multimillion-dollar expansion — to the city's urban sophistication and quintessential Southern charm and it’s easy to see why Georgia’s oldest city is a popular choice for meeting planners.

Jefferson City offers history and accessibility for meeting groups.

Berkeley offers Bay Area vibes in a smaller package.