Iowa is surrounded by 6 states.
Illinois
America's crossroads and home of Chicago, lies across Iowa's eastern border.Minnesota
Known for cold winters and its ten thousand lakes, Iowa's northern neighbor is an ideal destination for wilderness enthusiasts and shoppers destined for the Twin Cities and Mall of America.Missouri
The state's southern neighbor is home to St. Louis, the Gateway to the West.Nebraska
Iowa's western neighbor has a rich agricultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into America's heartland. Omaha, one of the largest cities in the Midwest, is a 2-hr drive from Des Moines.South Dakota
Home to such natural and cultural wonders as Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park and Mount Rushmore, Iowa's neighbor to the northwest offers a surprising amount for travelers to see and do.Wisconsin
The Cheese State borders Iowa to the northeast, and offers several lakes and Milwaukee for fun. Nearly the entire eastern border is surrounded by two of the Great Lakes.