Downtown Des Moines, IA
Des Moines
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Popular places to visit
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park 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 lively festivals 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.
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 lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
State Historical Museum of Iowa
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in State Historical Museum of Iowa in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Downtown Des Moines Hotel Deals
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
My stay could not have been nicer - I had dinner both nights in the main restaurant and both meals, and the service, were perfect! Your entire staff could not have been more helpful and accommodating - it was a perfect stay! Many thanks!!
Reviewed on 24 October 2025
Des Lux Hotel
The gym area 💪 was by far the best for a hotel
Reviewed on 25 October 2025
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Our stay was great. Beds were comfortable. Only issues we had was the pool was so cold, our kids didn’t want to swim more than 15 minutes. One of our rooms didn’t have a microwave but they were adjoining so not a big deal for us.
Reviewed on 24 October 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Helpful staff, offered recommendations, accommodatng to runners in town for the race
Reviewed on 20 October 2025
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Everything was great… good food in the restaurant.
Reviewed on 19 October 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
We have stayed here multiple times when staying in DM for events. The facility is clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. The location is very convenient for concerts and downtown activities and is better priced than other options in the area.
Reviewed on 24 October 2025
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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 Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market 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
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- Casey's Center
- Iowa Events Center
- Principal Park
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- EMC Expo Center
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Science Center of Iowa
- Wooly's
- 801 Grand
- Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center
- John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- Polk County Courthouse
- State Historical Museum of Iowa
- Walnut Street Bridge
- Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market
- World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
- Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge
- Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- Des Moines Public Library
- Temple Theater
- The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House
- Iowa Hall of Pride
- Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden
- Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens
- Ruan Center
- Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater
- Water Works Park
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