Des Moines, IA
Travel Guide
Visit Des Moines
Where to stay in Des Moines
Downtown Des Moines
Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.
Historic East Village
Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.
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.
Drake
If you're spending some time in Drake, Knapp Center and La Casa Cultural Center are top sights worth seeing.
Greater South Side
While Greater South Side 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.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
Popular places to visit
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 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.
Other places like Des Moines
- 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
- West Glen Town Center
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Wooly's
- Gray’s Lake Park
- Sleepy Hollow Sports Park
- Raccoon River Park
- Science Center of Iowa
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- Water Works Park