Drake, IA

Des Moines

Photo by Eric Mondres
Photo by Eric Mondres

Popular places to visit

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 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
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

Drake Hotel Deals

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3 out of 5
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is AED 394 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 394
AED 441 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (738 reviews)
"Property is convenient to where I needed to be"

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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 20 to Feb 21
AED 339
AED 380 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 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! (1,588 reviews)
"Our room was comfortable and well appointed. The employees were very friendly and professional."

Reviewed on 15 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 288 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
AED 288
AED 322 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
Would stay again!
"Great breakfast and very comfortable bed and pillows. There also was a very nice, welcoming scent when we walked in the lobby to check in."

Reviewed on 1 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
The price is AED 403 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 403
AED 462 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 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! (933 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 Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 470
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (891 reviews)
"Beautifully redone historic hotel, the shared spaces do a great job of maintaining the character. The rooms have nice touches and are more modern."

Reviewed on 17 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
The price is AED 256 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 256
AED 286 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 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 (326 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
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Other neighborhoods around Drake

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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
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North of Grand

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North of Grand and surrounding area, you can visit Salisbury House and Des Moines Art Center.

North of Grand
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Beaverdale

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beaverdale and surrounding area, you can visit Knapp Center and Merle Hay Mall.

Beaverdale
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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Waveland Park

While visiting Waveland Park, you might make a stop by sights like Waveland Municipal Golf Course and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

Waveland Park
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

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