Attractions & Entertainment

Ames Public Library
For over 100 years, the Ames Public Library has served the community with a total circulation of more than 1.3 million including books, magazines, videos, CDs, DVDs, Audiobooks and more.

Avenues for Health
Voted best massage in Story County 2007 and 2006.

Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad
A historical, educational railroad museum providing excursion train rides across the beautiful Des Moines River Valley.

Butterfly Day Spa
Butterfly Day Spa offers many spa services including facials, massages, body treatments, manicures, pedicures and body waxing. All performed in a relaxing environment.

Finesse Spa Salon
For over 45 years Finesse has served Ames and our surrounding communities as the first full service spa salon in the area.

Iowa State Center
Whether it's the grace and beauty of the performing arts or the creativity of concerts, it's all waiting for you at the Iowa State Center.

Main Street Cultural District
Over 50 locally owned specialty retail shops and restaurants. Annual events include Tune In to Main Street, Art Walk, 4th of July Parade and Festival, MusicWalk and Holiday Open House.

North Grand Mall
JCPenney, Younkers and over 50 specialty stores.

Prairie Moon Winery and Vineyards
Organically grown grapes range from classic, Pinot Noir, to 10 varieties of French hybrid grapes. A wide range of wines to fit all tastes.

Reiman Gardens
Enchanting 14-acre garden with new displays annually. Inside find a year round, live butterfly exhibit and gardens that change seasonally.

Resource Recovery Plant
Providing an alternative to landfill use by separating burnable refuse for use as a broiler fuel and recycling non-burnable refuse. Guided tours available.

Story County Conservation Center
Enhancing the quality of life for all citizens of Story County by wisely managing natural resources by providing recreational opportunities and by educating citizens to be wise caretakers of the natural environment.

Ville Day Spa
Pamper yourself in a sophisticated Italian villa setting. Enjoy the ultimate hand and foot treatment, body wraps, massage and luxurious Alpha Capsule™ personal dry heat sauna.

White Oaks Vineyard
Nestled among acres of vines in the White Oak Creek Valley, our vineyards provide an excellent place for special events. Spacious and rustic, country style building seat up to 265.