With some terrific day trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to experience everything that University of Iowa, 35 miles away, has to offer. Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater alone justify the drive out here. Located 35 miles away, Kinnick Stadium is another place to aim for. If you visit, make sure you check out Iowa City Public Library, The Englert Theater and Devonian Fossil Gorge.