Downtown Des Moines, IA
Des Moines
Visit Downtown Des Moines
Popular places to visit
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.
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Explore the great outdoors at John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pappajohn Sculpture Park during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Downtown Des Moines Hotel Deals
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
Des Lux Hotel
Very good and awesome hotel!
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Location and the point you needed a key to operate the elevators to go to floors
Reviewed on 8 January 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Check in was seamless and the woman who checked us in was so nice. She even had dog treats for our two pooches. Room was clean and we love the location. Great river walk, close to restaurants and shopping. We love the multiple breweries in the area so it’s nice to not have to drive and have a safe ...
Reviewed on 9 January 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Room was slightly dirty with some food of the ground but the front desk was very nice
Reviewed on 4 January 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
How nice the checking lady was easy parking across the street wasn't too bad
Reviewed on 4 January 2026
Check Downtown Des Moines hotel availability
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Des Moines
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.
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.
Sherman Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sherman Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture 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.
Woodland Heights
While Woodland Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
Downtown Des Moines, IA
- Places of interest
- Downtown Des Moines Hotels by Star Rating
- More Hotel Options in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotels in top Des Moines neighborhoods
- Downtown Des Moines Hotels by Brand
- Casey's Center
- Iowa Events Center
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Des Moines Civic Center
- EMC Expo Center
- Principal Park
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Science Center of Iowa
- Wooly's
- Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center
- 801 Grand
- Polk County Courthouse
- John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- Walnut Street Bridge
- Temple Theater
- Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
- Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market
- State Historical Museum of Iowa
- Des Moines Public Library
- Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater
- The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House
- Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens
- Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge
- Ruan Center
- Iowa Hall of Pride
- Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden
- Water Works Park
More Hotel Options in Downtown Des Moines
- Adventure Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Boutique Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Business Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Cheap Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Family Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Golf Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Historic Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotel Wedding Venues in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotel with a Concierge in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotels with Bars in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotels with Free Parking in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotels with Hot Tubs in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotels with WiFi in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotels with a Pool in Downtown Des Moines
- Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Downtown Des Moines
- Luxury Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Pet-friendly Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Resorts & Hotels with Spas in Downtown Des Moines
- Romantic Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
- Shopping Hotels in Downtown Des Moines
