Watrous South
Des Moines
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Popular places to visit
![Adventureland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f1880c574a55a0c4ce4de0e0cb126e64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
![Principal Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a99443c85dc4b837cd6310016d52b7a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
![Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269146-Iowa-State-Capitol-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Living History Farms](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5fbc3940eb3f276d90c1a4b3e4c2fbda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Living History Farms
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
![Des Moines Botanical Center which includes interior views and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269109-Des-Moines-Botanical-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Des Moines Art Center showing interior views and art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268839-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Top hotels in Watrous South
![Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49900/49826/1d6533f6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025
![Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17400/17394/cdf40f73_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025
![AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/855969/31dea793_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18200/18162/a8720851_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025
![Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18000/17922/f3ccd201_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2025
![Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/790100/790014/2c550af7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Watrous South
![Great Western Trail. Lovely and mostly flat. Connects to other trails in the greater DSM area. Ride it to work when the weather's good.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4f6aa60b33fbd5a4514575db2253298e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Southwestern Hills
If you're spending some time in Southwestern Hills, Air Lanes Bowling Center and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.
![Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268861-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Greater South Side
If you're spending some time in Greater South Side, Gray’s Lake Park and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.
![Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268861-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Grays Lake
If you're spending some time in Grays Lake, Gray’s Lake Park and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![View into downtown from the Capitol Building.
#capitol #desmoines #city #downtown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8f72335b84f5a0dd4c16e39780dd7e6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.