Greater South Side, IA
Des Moines





Visit Greater South Side
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.

Jordan Creek Town Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Iowa State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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 great live music.

Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
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

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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.

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 Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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.

Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
Greater South Side, IA
- Gray’s Lake Park
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Adventureland
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Casey's Center
- Drake University
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Iowa Events Center
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Principal Park
- Blank Park Zoo
- EMC Expo Center
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Val Air Ballroom
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Living History Farms
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Merle Hay Mall
- Saylorville Lake
- Des Moines Art Center
- Des Moines Area Community College
- Valley Junction
- The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex
- West Glen Town Center
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Wooly's
- Sleepy Hollow Sports Park
- Raccoon River Park
- Science Center of Iowa
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes