Greater South Side, IA
Des Moines
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Popular places to visit
Gray’s Lake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gray’s Lake Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Iowa State Capitol Building
After visiting Iowa State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Des Moines Art Center
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Des Moines Art Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Greater South Side Hotel Deals
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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Other neighborhoods around Greater South Side
Grays Lake
Though Grays Lake might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
Watrous South
While there might not be top attractions in Watrous South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blank Park Zoo and Southridge Mall.
Indianola Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Indianola Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Southwestern Hills
While Southwestern Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.
Columbus Park
Though Columbus Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Court District
Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while in the area.
Greater South Side, IA
- Gray’s Lake Park
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Casey's Center
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Adventureland
- Iowa Events Center
- Drake University
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Val Air Ballroom
- Principal Park
- Blank Park Zoo
- EMC Expo Center
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Des Moines Art Center
- Merle Hay Mall
- Living History Farms
- Saylorville Lake
- West Glen Town Center
- Des Moines Area Community College
- Valley Junction
- Science Center of Iowa
- Salisbury House
- Wooly's
- 801 Grand
- Simpson College
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center