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Terrace Hill

Terrace Hill

Learn about the local history of Des Moines with a stop at Terrace Hill. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Terrace Hill
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
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 lively festivals and great live music.

Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Des Moines Art Center featuring interior views and art

Des Moines Art Center

Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.

Des Moines Art Center
Salisbury House

Salisbury House

You can learn about the history of Des Moines with a stop at Salisbury House. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Salisbury House

Knapp Center

Catch an event at Knapp Center during your trip to Des Moines.

Knapp Center

Top Hotel Deals

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3 out of 5
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Des Lux Hotel
Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
Des Lux Hotel
Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Surety Hotel
Forest Ave Historic Rutledge home 8 beds close to everything in the metro.
Forest Ave Historic Rutledge home 8 beds close to everything in the metro.
Des Moines
Forest Ave Historic Rutledge home 8 beds close to everything in the metro.
Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard
Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard
Des Moines
Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 out of 5
929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3 out of 5
418 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood
House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood
Des Moines
House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood
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