Hampton, Iowa
The Franklin County Courthouse was built in 1890
While in Hampton, we suggest that you spend some time exploring the area. There are several city parks, a 20 mile bike path where you can walk or ride through farmland and woods on the old railroad easement. Near Hampton are park lands and wooded wildlife conservation areas along meandering rivers where you can get in touch with nature. About 35 miles north of Hampton is Mason City, the home of Meredith Wilson, and his inspiration for the famous Broadway play, "The Music Man". Music Man Square is an interesting tourist spot in Mason City.
Beeds Lake State Park
Beeds Lake State Park is approximately two miles northwest of Hampton, offering picnic shelters, lodge building for special events, camping, boating and fishing opportunities.
Reservations may be made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week online at www.reserveiaparks.com. Reservation can also be made by calling the reservation call center at 1-877-427-2757 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (CST), closed on State holidays.
Hampton Historical District
Much of historical downtown Hampton is still intact. The town has a city park with a band stand shell across the street from the beautiful historic courthouse. Surrounding the courthouse are several specialty shops in the square. It is a charming example of a Victorian era Midwestern town. Within a block of the Hampton Historical jail is the Courthouse, Civil War Memorial Hall, the historic (and haunted) Windsor Theater, the old United Methodist Church, historic Main Street and other historical buildings.
Franklin County Historical Museum
1008 Central Ave W
Hampton, IA 50441
(641) 456 5777
Hampton Municipal Airport (HPT)
Hampton Municipal Airport (HPT)
1274B Olive Avenue
Hampton, IA 50441
Phone: 641-456-4102
FBO: Schumann Aviation 515-571-5733
Runway 17/35 - 4,000 ft.
24-hour self-service fueling - 100LL, JetA
Airframe and Powerplant service
Aviation oil and supplies
Pilot lounge with WiFi service
Courtesy Car available
Lodging
Americinn Lodge & Suites Hampton. Address: 702 Central Ave W, Hampton, IA 50441. Phone:(641) 456-5559
Hampton Motel. Address: 816 Central Ave W, Hampton, IA 50441. Phone:(641) 456-3680
Country Heritage Bed and Breakfast. Address: 1034 IA-3, Hampton, IA 50441. Phone:(641) 456-4036
Restaurants
7 Stars Family Restaurant $ Address: 709 4th St SE, Hampton, IA 50441 Phone:(641) 456-5378 Basic and simple American food. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Closed on Mondays. (This restaurant is one of the vendors used for food service at the jail)
Willies Sports Bar and Grill $$ Great food and service. My favorite is the Brisket Sandwich. It is really good! 10 1st St NW; Hampton, Iowa 50441. Phone: (641) 456-2080. (This restaurant is one of the vendors used for food service at the jail)
Subway Sandwich Shop $ Fast Food. Address: 217 Central Ave W, Hampton, IA 50441. Phone:(641) 456-4000. Hours: 7AM–10PM. Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
B & C Kitchen $$ Chinese food. Excellent food, friendly service. I have never had such yummy egg drop soup anywhere. All of the food is good. The restaurant is clean and pleasant. (Sometimes we use this as one of the food vendors for the jail)
Hardee's $ Fast Food. Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits. (For you west coast folks, this is owned by Carl's Jr.)
10 3rd St SW. Hampton IA 50441 Phone:(515) 456-3312. Hours: 6AM–10PM
McDonald's $ Fast Food. 411 Central Ave E. Hampton Iowa 50441
Godfather's Pizza $ Pizza Restaurant. Address: 805 Central Ave W, Hampton, IA 50441. Phone:(641) 456-3355. Chain eatery specializing in thick-crust pizzas, also offering calzones, sides & desserts. (This restaurant is one of the vendors used for food service)
Rustic Brew $$ Address: 117 1st St NW; Hampton, Iowa 50441. Phone:(641)456-2141. This place has really good sandwiches, soups, daily specials, as well as having a fun ambiance. This is a great place to visit just to have some coffee and hang out as well. Hours vary. call for hours. (This restaurant is one of the vendors used for food service at the jail)