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
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
Principal Park

Principal Park

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

Principal Park
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
Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge
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

Top hotels in Downtown Des Moines

Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is P8,132 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
P8,132
P9,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
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! (918 reviews)
"Nice place!"

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

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 P8,898 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
P8,898
P9,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
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! (871 reviews)
Definitely Recommend Hotel Fort Des Moines
"Very nice accommodations, great location, and great service"

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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 P6,690 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
P6,690
P7,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,102 reviews)
"This was an amazing stay! This exceeded my expectations for the price we paid!"

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Des Lux Hotel
Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is P8,899 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
P8,899
P9,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 6 - Feb 7
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely priory, reasonably priced, clean, friendly staff, great breakfast!"

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Des Lux Hotel
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
435 Park Street, Des Moines, IA
The price is P6,860 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
P6,860
P7,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
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! (934 reviews)
"This hotel was very clean and convenient with going to an event at the Wells Fargo Center. we will definitely use this hotel again!"

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025

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 P5,792 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
P5,792
P6,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13
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! (1,000 reviews)
"I love how close it is to everything, room was extremely quiet!"

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025

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 Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center 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 Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden.

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