Iowa State Fairgrounds Tours

Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area
Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area
Saw a swine auction. Many of these pigs were raised by high school students.
Went to Des Moines the day the fair opened, they have great food, and some awesome animal exhibits as well as the rides and expos. Definitely worth a trip!


Reviews of Iowa State Fairgrounds

4.4
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 59%
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4 - Good 30%
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3 - Okay 9%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Excellent experience. Highly recommend.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It was convenient to the fair shuttle parking areas. Many choices of restaurants. Easy access to Target, Walmart,Walgreens. Close to a Caribou Coffee.

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