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Cedar Rapid is one of the most lively, young and vibrant cities of United States which is surrounded by an array of unique attractions, exciting events and offers great opportunities for shopaholics. It is the second largest city of the state Lowa of United States. This is a county seat of Linn County and ideally situated on both banks of the River Cedar.

The Cedar Rapid was first inhabited by the Osgood Shepherd in 1838, and then named as Columbus. The place was named by N.B. Brown along with some of his associates, for the rapids in the Cedar River at the site. The river was named following the large number of trees that grew along the banks of the River. The city was incorporated in year 1849; John H. Brooks became the first Marshal of the city.

The Cedar Rapid offers a range of attraction such as The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, Brucemore, National Czeck & Slovak Library & Museum and many more. The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art is known as one of the most suitable place for corporate events and business meetings, celebrating special occasions and much more, you just name the event and the organizers will set up the things considering your specific needs. This is one of the unique locations for organizing a memorable event of your life. The guests can also shop for some of the unique items in the stores of museum.

Another must visit attraction of Cedar Rapids is the Science Station which holds educational programs which covers around 45 topics including electricity, optical illusions, flight, computers, magnets, human body, solar system and simple machines. This science station offers something for every one; the gallery situated at the lowest level exhibits items focusing on Pre-K children. The Genencor Gallary exhibits the international Space Station which is an entrance portal and knee wall, reminiscent of space movies to welcome the visitors. View space of the center provides numerous views of Earth which compare the light density from 1993 - 2000 taken by several telescopes which also include the Hubble.

Finding perfect accommodation in Cedar Rapid is not a tough job. It offers a range of luxury hotels for the travelers seeking luxurious stay along with cheap hotels for the budget travelers. The luxurious hotels of the city provides outstanding accommodation and most of the hotels are situated near great attractions, shopping and business centers. Luxury Hotels such as the Residence Inn By Marriott, Marriott Cedar Rapids, Hampton Inn are few of the most renowned luxury hotels of the city known for its classic and quality accommodation. Residence Inn is one of the most ideally located hotels offering comfortable and quality stay for making your stay a memorable one.

Cheap hotels such as the Econo Lodge, Ramada Limited Suites, Quality Inn, Days Inn are few of the must visit cheap hotels which are not only attracting the budget travelers but also the travelers with enough budget. These well maintained hotels are known for providing convenient accommodation at the most affordable rates.