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We stopped January 12th, not realizing they were closed for the winter. We will be back in the spring to visit again! Dubuque was established near the corner of 3 states. You can see them from the top. Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois.
A must-see Midwest stop, the Fenelon Place Elevator has been carrying visitors up its steep bluff for more than a century. It’s an easy and worthwhile detour whether you’re exploring Dubuque, visiting nearby Galena, or just passing through—especially since it’s conveniently close to the highway.
How it works:
Head to the lower entrance, where you’ll find ample street parking and a few nearby spots to grab a coffee before your ride. Once at the entrance hop into the next available car—there’s sometimes a short wait, but watching the historic cable cars glide up and down the bluff makes the time pass quickly.
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This was a really cool and unique experience with an epic view at the top- you can see Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois all at once. It was also very affordable at $2 one way or $4 for a round trip (cash only though!) Staff were very friendly and helpful as well.