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 lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene 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 acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.
Living History Farms
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. 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 acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Greater South Side Hotel Deals
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Reviewed on 5 August 2025
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Reviewed on 6 August 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Reviewed on 7 August 2025
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Reviewed on 31 July 2025
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Reviewed on 6 August 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 6 August 2025
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 Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.
Watrous South
While there might not be top attractions in Watrous South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blank Park Zoo and Air Lanes Bowling Center.
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 Polk County Courthouse while in the area.
- Gray’s Lake Park
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Adventureland
- Casey's Center
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Drake University
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Iowa Events Center
- Blank Park Zoo
- Principal Park
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- EMC Expo Center
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Living History Farms
- Val Air Ballroom
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Saylorville Lake
- Des Moines Art Center
- Merle Hay Mall
- Des Moines Area Community College
- West Glen Town Center
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Valley Junction
- Science Center of Iowa
- Wooly's
- Salisbury House
- 801 Grand
- Simpson College
- Des Moines MEPS
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes