Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States

Cool down with the area's sweetest treats! Follow the Cedar Rapids area ice cream route for over a dozen delicious stops!

1121 3rd St SE
Cedar Rapids, IA

There’s not just popcorn within this stop! Almost Famous has a wonderful selection of ice cream and sorbet to choose from at their shop in the NewBo District. While you’re visiting, take home one of their many flavors of unique popcorn or an old fashion soda as an extra treat!

302 3rd Ave SW
Cedar Rapids, IA

During the summer months, this local favorite opens the patio and the ice cream bar to feature multiple flavors of hand-scooped ice cream from Iowa made brands like Ely-based Dan and Debbie’s Creamery! For the 21+ crowd, add a little kick to your tasty dessert with their boozy float menu.

1600 Main St
Ely, IA

Take a short trip down the road to Ely for locally made ice cream from Dan and Debbie’s Creamery – if you’re feeling active, ride your bike from Cedar Rapids on the Hoover Trail! Once you arrive, choose from a variety of flavors to enjoy, and then add in some of their homemade cheese curds, cream top milk, salted butter, ground beef and more to your order.

98 16th Ave SW
Cedar Rapids, IA

Kids of all ages will delight in the nostalgia of Sweet Mercantile Soda Fountain & Candy Shop located in the historic Czech Village. Step back into an old fashion soda shop for a fun, family experience indulging in treats inspired by Cedar Rapids and the state of Iowa including the Crunch Berry Blast, Sweetie’s Cherry Kolache Sundae and the Iowa Nice Cream Sundae.

743 10th St
Marion, IA

For milkshakes that will wow you, you can’t miss Frydae! These treats are almost too pretty to eat, but once you try the first bite, you won’t regret it. Grab an ice cream cake for your next party or make it a meal and order some of their delicious gourmet fries while you're there.