Court District Travel Guide

Des Moines

View into downtown from the Capitol Building. #capitol #desmoines #city #downtown
View into downtown from the Capitol Building. #capitol #desmoines #city #downtown
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Fong's Pizza in Des Moines is one of the most unique restaurant experiences in the U.S. Get their famous Crab Rangoon Pizza and don't skip out on egg rolls. Fong's has the best egg rolls I've ever had. Ever. #Delicious
#foodiefinds Great salad bar!

Popular places to visit

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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
#foodiefinds The best Avocado salad!

Jordan Creek Town Center

You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Jordan Creek Town Center
Saw a swine auction. Many of these pigs were raised by high school students.

Iowa State Fairgrounds

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Iowa State Fairgrounds
Iowa State Capitol Building featuring a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

5/5(1 review)

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 theatre scene.

Iowa State Capitol Building
Des Moines Botanical Center showing interior views and a park

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

5/5(1 review)

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.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Des Moines Art Center which includes interior views and art

Des Moines Art Center

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Des Moines Art Center during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Des Moines Art Center

Top hotels in Court District

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is 3.908.659 ₫ per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
3.908.659 ₫
4.377.793 ₫ total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,036 reviews)
Highly recommend great hot

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Des Lux Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 out of 5
120 Sw Water St Des Moines IA
The price is 2.349.085 ₫ per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
2.349.085 ₫
2.630.975 ₫ total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
all good

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
206 6th Ave. Des Moines IA
The price is 3.653.198 ₫ per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
3.653.198 ₫
4.091.582 ₫ total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Great Staff !

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3 out of 5
100 SW Water Street Des Moines IA
The price is 2.520.969 ₫ per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
2.520.969 ₫
2.823.486 ₫ total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (568 reviews)
The staff was extremely helpful, courteous and kind. We slept well and it was a very convenient location. We had our little dog and he got along just great. We had some breakfast and it was really good!

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
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 3.642.160 ₫ per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
3.642.160 ₫
4.079.219 ₫ total
17 Jan - 18 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,076 reviews)
Very nice hotel.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is 2.320.344 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
2.320.344 ₫
2.598.786 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,811 reviews)
Everything was great!

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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Other neighbourhoods around Court District

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city

Downtown Des Moines

4/5(1 area review)

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

Downtown Des Moines
Pappajohn sculpture park in Des Moines,28 sculptures located in a wee park. Worth a wee look if your passing through. Thought these two were quite good/creepy.

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Western Gateway
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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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
It’s the simple things that make a great dinner. Perfect spring rolls and cold beer are a great start!

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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Indianola Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indianola Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Indianola Hills

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