Downtown Des Moines

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

Popular places to visit

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
Principal Park

Principal Park

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

Principal Park
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
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
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring a high rise building, 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 browsing the exhibits at Pappajohn Sculpture Park during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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 P4,931 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
P4,931
P5,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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! (871 reviews)
Perfect stay
"Very clean and stylish, the room was perfect, the restaurant had excellent food and cocktails, and the staff were all super helpful and friendly. Will absolutely stay again next time I’m in town."

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

Surety Hotel
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 P6,571 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
P6,571
P7,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (832 reviews)
"The old hotel has been updated in a delightful way. The location is great for walking in the downtown area. It's close to a couple of great music venues as well as a sculpture park. On street and garage parking. Excellent (though pricey) restaurant onsite."

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024

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
The price is P9,493 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
P9,493
P10,632 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Do Yourself a Favor…..Book Here!
"This place is AMAZING! The decor and overall vibe of “brooding romantic” is done perfectly. The staff was amazing on every shift, the complimentary breakfast has one the best spreads I’ve ever seen, the onsite bar was lively most nights with good drinks, an experienced, friendly bartender and useful ..."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

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 P5,310 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
P5,310
P5,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,100 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
435 Park Street, Des Moines, IA
The price is P7,467 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
P7,467
P8,614 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (906 reviews)
"Room is very nice. Property is well kept. Food in restaurant is average."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3 out of 5
418 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA
The price is P5,459 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
P5,459
P6,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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 breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I found my stay at the Hyatt Place hotel in downtown Des Moines to be a good experience. The staff were friendly and helpful, the breakfast good, and the accommodation nice. The hotel is a little worn for wear, but it was very clean and a great value for the price while I was attending a conference ..."

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Des Moines

View into downtown from the Capitol Building. #capitol #desmoines #city #downtown

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while in the area.

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
Great, unique coffee joint in Des Moines. I love the vintage Midwest feel, old tin coka-cola signs and all. The snickers latte is worth a try or cool off with a Sioux City Sarsaparilla.

Sherman Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sherman Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Hoyt Sherman Place and 801 Grand.

Sherman Hill
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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
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Woodland Heights

While Woodland Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Woodland Heights
Des Moines Botanical Center showing a cascade

Capitol Park

While Capitol Park isn't home to many top sights, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building are some notable places to visit nearby.

Capitol Park

Downtown Des Moines