32 College Towns That Feel Like a European Vacation Without Leaving the U.S.

31. Pella, Iowa – Dutch Heritage and Tulip Time Spectacle

Rivaling Holland, Michigan for Dutch authenticity, Pella (home to Central College) is another gem founded by Dutch immigrants seeking religious freedom. The town square features the impressive Vermeer Mill (the tallest working Dutch windmill in North America), the historical Klokkenspel musical clock tower, a picturesque canal, and numerous examples of Dutch architecture. Pella is renowned for its annual Tulip Time festival, where the town erupts in color, parades, and Dutch traditions, offering an immersive and delightful taste of the Netherlands in Iowa.