Capitol Park, IA

Des Moines

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a cascade
Des Moines Botanical Center featuring a pond
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a garden as well as an individual femail
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden showing a garden and wildflowers
Des Moines Botanical Center showing a garden

Popular places to visit

Des Moines Botanical Center showing interior views and a park

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

4.5/5(115 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
The Tornado and Dragon roller coasters at Adventureland.

Adventureland

4/5(201 reviews)

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

Adventureland
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Principal Park

4.5/5(62 reviews)

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

Principal Park
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

4.5/5(194 reviews)

After visiting Iowa State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Iowa State Capitol Building
Walk through farms and villages from different periods of time, incredible museum and park that takes guests through an interactive tour!

Living History Farms

4.5/5(63 reviews)

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.

Living History Farms
Des Moines Art Center showing art and interior views

Des Moines Art Center

4.5/5(76 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Des Moines Art Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Des Moines Art Center

Capitol Park Hotel Deals

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
The price is AED 339 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 339
AED 380 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,595 reviews)
"This hotel has a little age on it, but the staff was great, breakfast was very good, and the pool area is great for kids. The indoor/outdoor pool was awesome, we swam outside in nice warm water when the temps were in the single digits."

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA
The price is AED 304 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 304
AED 340 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Good stay
"We arrived late in the evening, and the staff was responsive and courteous. Comfy bed. Very pleased."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 469 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 469
AED 538 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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! (936 reviews)
"Great staff and a beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on 16 February 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 AED 470 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 470
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (897 reviews)
"We will be back again."

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 256 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 256
AED 286 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6/10 (329 reviews)
"I ran into a minor issue as there was a mix up about extending my stay, Brandon helped me so much, resolved my issue in a matter of seconds with so much reassurance! I appreciate his understanding as he trained his staff to do the same!"

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Des Lux Hotel
Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is AED 621 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 621
AED 695 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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)
"Great place very comfy. Great choice in downtown"

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Des Lux Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Capitol Park

Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.

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

Downtown Des Moines

4.5/5(711 area reviews)

Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.

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
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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
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 John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Sherman Hill
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Fairground

Fairground might not have many top sights, but Iowa State Fairgrounds and Grand View Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairground

Capitol Park, IA

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