Downtown Des Moines

Des Moines

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum showing a skyscraper, landscape views and a city
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes interior views and a garden
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum showing interior views
Iowa State Capitol Building showing a park and heritage architecture
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes heritage architecture and a park

Popular places to visit

Principal Park

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Principal Park
Iowa State Capitol Building showing a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

5/5(1 review)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

Iowa State Capitol Building
Des Moines Botanical Center featuring interior views and a garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

5/5(1 review)

Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring a garden, a city and outdoor art

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Whimsical, entertaining and provocative can easily describe the artwork at this outdoor gallery that provides new meaning and life to sculptures.

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes interior views

State Historical Museum of Iowa

Learn about early settlement and battles as well as bicycle races and the movie industry in this museum in Iowa’s state capital.

State Historical Museum of Iowa
Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pappajohn Sculpture Park during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Top hotels in Downtown Des Moines

Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is €141 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€141
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (932 reviews)
"The room was beautiful and the hotel was overall very charming!"

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025

Surety Hotel
Des Lux Hotel
Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is €180 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
€180
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent downtown metro hotel. Renovated 1913 property. Great location and amenities. Close to excellent restaurants. Parking across the street. The rooms are amazing. We’ll be back."

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2025

Des Lux Hotel
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is €126 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€126
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,116 reviews)
"Great location and shuttle"

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2025

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 out of 5
929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
The price is €112 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€112
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Nice hotel but bed not comfy!
"This hotel is located across from Mercy One and adjacent to Wells Fargo Arena. First impressions were that it’s a well kept, nice hotel! Front desk staff were welcoming with a quick check in. The room was also clean with a desk, chair/ottoman, and TV, toiletries in bathroom. The bed was not very ..."

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is €137 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€137
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (886 reviews)
"Staff and facility was top notch. Only complaint would be water pressure on the 11th floor showers could have been better."

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
201 E. Locust Street, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundable
The price is €131 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
€131
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"We arrived late and checked out early, but did take advantage of the pool and hot tub, which was a bonus for us. The breakfast was acceptable; my husband and sons enjoyed it (I'm a picky eater but found something that worked ok)."

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Des Moines

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Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

Court District
Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.

Historic East Village
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Sherman Hill

When in Sherman Hill, you can plan a visit to Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sherman Hill
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Columbus Park

While Columbus Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Columbus Park
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Woodland Heights

While Woodland Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Woodland Heights
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a cascade

Capitol Park

While there might not be top attractions in Capitol Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building.

Capitol Park

Downtown Des Moines

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