Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Waterloo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Waterloo

With a population of 68,406, Waterloo is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Waterloo to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Waterloo

Waterloo in January
Estimated hotel price
$153
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waterloo in January
Estimated hotel price
$153
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Waterloo in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -13 °C, with an average temperature of -7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 127 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Waterloo, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Waterloo

Plane

When flying to Waterloo, you’ll arrive at Waterloo (ALO), which is located 9 km from the city centre.

Bus

Waterloo’s bus station is located 0.8 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Waterloo, you’ll arrive at Waterloo (ALO), which is located 9 km from the city centre.

Bus

Waterloo’s bus station is located 0.8 km from the city centre.

Airports near Waterloo

ALOWaterloo
DSMDes Moines
CIDCedar Rapids

Airlines serving Waterloo

KLM
Good (1,439 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,714 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,674 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,044 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,087 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,159 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,522 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,466 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,621 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,650 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,710 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,492 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,072 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,685 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,904 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,187 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,435 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,056 reviews)
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Where to stay in Waterloo

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA.

Where to stay in popular areas of Waterloo

Hiring a car in Waterloo

Expect to pay $1.45 per litre in Waterloo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.34 and $23.12. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Waterloo, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.45 per litre in Waterloo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.34 and $23.12. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Waterloo, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.