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 Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.
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
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 Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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 acclaimed theater scene 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 lively festivals 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 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 great live music 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.
Other places like Des Moines
- Casey's Center
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Adventureland
- Iowa Events Center
- Drake University
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Val Air Ballroom
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Blank Park Zoo
- Des Moines Civic Center
- EMC Expo Center
- Principal Park
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Living History Farms
- Des Moines Area Community College
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Saylorville Lake
- Merle Hay Mall
- West Glen Town Center
- Des Moines Art Center
- Valley Junction
- Science Center of Iowa
- Wooly's
- Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Gray’s Lake Park
- 801 Grand
- Salisbury House
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- National Balloon Museum