Des Moines Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Des Moines
Where to stay in Des Moines

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.

Downtown Des Moines
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.

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

Waveland Park
If you're spending some time in Waveland Park, Waveland Municipal Golf Course and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.
Beaverdale
While Beaverdale isn't home to many top sights, Merle Hay Mall and Knapp Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
"Property was clean, updated, and staff was very nice."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"A decent place to stay for the price. Did not hear airplanes at all, despite being right next to the airport, so very quiet. Room was nice and clean, but musty smelling. Was very humid outside and the air conditioning unit was older and probably needed some cleaning, or maybe it was the carpet holding ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Recommend for all"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
"very nice and modern place. my only issues are the garbage disposal didnt work, and the pillows are to thick."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other places like Des Moines
- Adventureland
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Drake University
- Iowa Events Center
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Blank Park Zoo
- Principal Park
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Des Moines Civic Center
- EMC Expo Center
- Merle Hay Mall
- Saylorville Lake
- Raccoon River Park
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Valley Junction
- Des Moines Area Community College
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- Wooly's
- Water Works Park
- National Balloon Museum
- Des Moines MEPS
- Sleepy Hollow Sports Park




















