Downtown Des Moines, IA
Des Moines
Visit Downtown Des Moines
Popular places to visit
Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
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.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Des Moines Hotel Deals
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great experience at this hotel.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Des Lux Hotel
We love the Des Lux Hotel! Mary at the front desk welcomes us home each time we stay. Estela in the breakfast room is so kind, caring and attentive.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Clean room, bar was stocked well, air conditioning wouldn't work quite right it was hot in our room.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Everything was great.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
The room and staff were awesome, the breakfast was very good in the morning. I chose the hotel for location and it was perfect. I was surprised that it cost extra to park my vehicle, but the extra cost did out weigh the convenience.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Thoroughly enjoyed staying here!
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Des Moines
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.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
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.
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.
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.
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.
