Court District

Des Moines

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Photo by Ryan Brohm
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Photo by Lana Garmon
Photo by Lana Garmon
Photo by Lana Garmon

Popular places to visit

Principal Park

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

Principal Park
Adventureland

Adventureland

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Adventureland
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

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
Living History Farms

Living History Farms

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Living History Farms
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes interior views and a park

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

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
Des Moines Art Center showing 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

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 P8,592 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
P8,592
P9,623 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,003 reviews)
Gorgeous hotel!
"I was quite impressed with everything from the quick check-in, to the comfortable bed, to the delicious smelling lotions and potions the hotel provided. Loved the bar at night and the complimentary breakfast was much better than expected. Zero complaints, the staff were friendly and everything was ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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 P6,674 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P6,674
P7,475 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
IA Cubs Fan
"Enjoy how close it is for Iowa Cubs’ games. Disappointed that hot tub was broken but pool was wonderful - very comfortable temperature. Breakfast was good."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

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 P10,055 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P10,055
P11,261 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Great, stylish property in a central downtown neighborhood. Comfortable, well-designed & appointed rooms. Excellent restaurant/bar on site. Hotel’s reception is found in a spacious lounge-bar area that doubles as a workspace & comfy social gathering spot during the day. Plenty of street (metered) ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

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 P7,852 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P7,852
P8,794 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (500 reviews)
"Our stay was good. The rooms are clean and spacious. The only problem was the shower. Couldn’t shower first day because of no hot water. It was ice cold. The next day the shower started out hot then turned ice cold. Not fun experience trying to get shampoo and conditioner out with ice cold water ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 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 P7,778 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
P7,778
P8,712 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,019 reviews)
Great stay!
"Very pretty hotel! Many beautiful details and everyone was very friendly. Very spacious room and ambience was wonderful. *our only complaints, though minor- bed was not the most comfortable (but still fine) and no fan in the bathroom."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is P3,793 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
P3,793
P4,248 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,535 reviews)
"We use the property almost every time that we fly into Des Moines. Nice-sized rooms are quiet despite proximity to the airport. Free airport shuttle makes access easy. Desk staff are pleasant and welcoming and efficient. Hy-Vee grocery store within easy walking makes self-catering easy. The complementary ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Court District

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a city

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 Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.

Downtown Des Moines
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring outdoor art, a city and a park

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
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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.

Columbus Park
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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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.

Indianola Hills
Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

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.

Grays Lake

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