10+ Things To Do in Norwalk, Iowa
Norwalk is a booming community that is just a short drive from Des Moines. With its rolling hills and small town charm, it’s a great place to spend a day. We created a list of our favorite places to eat, visit and play. Plan a day in Norwalk, Iowa today.
Places to Visit
City State Bank Norwalk Fieldhouse
Address: 705 North Avenue, Norwalk, Iowa 50211
The City State Bank Norwalk Fieldhouse is a newer 41,000 square foot public recreation facility located in Norwalk, Iowa. They offer space for recreational activities through open gym, youth and adult programs, court rentals, and birthday parties. Other amenities include an indoor track, Flame Cantina concession stand, lounge seating with a ping-pong table, public restrooms, and an outdoor patio with seating. They have new events popping up each week, so follow along on their social media for the most up-to-date information. Learn more about our fun visit!
Ember Market
Address: 1951 E 18th St Suite 107, Norwalk, IA 50211
Hours:
- Monday + Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Thursday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Visit Ember Market, a women’s clothing and lifestyle boutique. They offer high-quality clothing, accessories, home goods, personal care goods and gifts. Located on the east side of the City State Bank Norwalk Fieldhouse.
Never Bored Games
Address: 1039 Sunset Dr, Norwalk, IA 50211
Hours:
- Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00 PM-8:00 PM
- Friday-Saturday: 11:00 AM-9:00 PM
- Sunday: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM
- Monday: Closed
Never Bored Games is a game shop that specializes in retro video games, including classics from the Xbox 360, PS3, and earlier eras, along with accessories. They host all kinds of meetups and tournaments and you can even have your birthday party there.
Little Children’s Boutique
Address: 1017 Main St #3, Norwalk, IA 50211
Hours:
- Mondays: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Fridays: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturdays: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Little Children’s Boutique has all kinds of cute clothing from Norwalk Spirit Gear, to K POP tees, your child will find something for them. Recently, I was able to snag an adorable Swiftie shirt for my niece. You can also shop online anytime!
Rose Farm
Address: 7197 43rd Ave, Norwalk, IA 50211
Rose Farm is a 25-acre flower farm. Throughout the year they host lifestyle workshops, lunch + learn experiences, farm-to-table dinners, farm school for kids and so much more. Visit in the summer and you can meander through their four stunning gardens and create your own bouquet or stop by their Floral Shoppe where they have created beautiful bouquets for you. And you can really enhance your experience by staying on the farm at their Airbnb, Victoria’s House.
Norwalk Easter Public Library
Address: 1051 North Ave, Norwalk, IA 50211
Norwalk Easter Public Library is a great place to spend a morning. They have a variety of programs such as Maker Wednesdays and Play Cafe. Check out the kids section with a collection of toys including a play diner. Head outside right next door is City Park that has basketball courts, a castle themed playground and a train.
Parks
Windflower Park
Address: 1915 North Ave, Norwalk, IA 50211
Windflower Park reminds me of an old school park with a lincoln log vibe. Other amenities include bathrooms, a skate park, a disc golf course, picnic tables with shelter and basketball courts.
Warrior Park
Address: 511 Orchard Hills Dr, Norwalk, IA 50211
Warrior Park is nestled in a neighborhood. It has a large toddler playground with a variety of ways to play including steps, ladders, tunnels and rock climbing. The big kids will love timing themselves on the obstacle course. There is a pond for fishing and a shelter with picnic tables. Plus, there are bathrooms.
Food & Ice Cream
Pin High Sports Bar
Address: 1951 East 18th Street, Norwalk, IA 50211
Get ready to play at Pin High Sports Bar, a golf and pinball bar. They have six golf simulators and four duckpin bowling lanes. Enjoy the full bar and if you get hungry go next door to Mullets. Pick a membership plan and save on each round. Challenge yourself and join their golf simulator league.
Wendy’s Ice Cream
Address: 1043 Sunset Dr, UNIT 5, Norwalk, IA 50211
(not the fast food restaurant)
Wendy’s Ice Cream is a quaint ice cream and sandwich shop. We stopped in for the chocolate soft serve. They have a large selection of soft serve, malts, shakes, root beer floats and slushies with a small selection of sandwich options. Purchase a pint of ice cream or a cake to bring home. They have old school diner booths and plenty of outdoor seating for a warm summer night.
Winn’s Pizza and Steakhouse
Address: 1611 Sunset Dr, UNIT 500, Norwalk, IA 50211
Winn’s Pizza and Steakhouse is a family owned restaurant in Norwalk. Their menu includes USDA choice cuts of meat, a full salad bar, handmade egg rolls and crab rangoon, authentic gyros and their famous pizza. Reserve their party room for your next get together.
What are your favorite places in Norwalk? Let us know and we will check them out too!
