Fairground, IA

Des Moines

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 lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

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

Iowa State Capitol Building

4.5/5(194 reviews)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

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 lively festivals and great live music.

Living History Farms
Des Moines Botanical Center showing interior views and a park

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

4.5/5(115 reviews)

Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Des Moines Art Center showing art and interior views

Des Moines Art Center

4.5/5(76 reviews)

Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.

Des Moines Art Center

Fairground Hotel Deals

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

2 out of 5
410 E 30th Street, Des Moines, IA
The price is ₩99,092 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
₩99,092
₩110,984 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Very well kept friendly workers felt safe nice rooms"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
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 ₩190,545 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
₩190,545
₩213,411 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,028 reviews)
"Love. This place when in Iowa"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is ₩107,934 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
₩107,934
₩120,886 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,574 reviews)
"Great hotel for a good price."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is ₩186,601 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
₩186,601
₩208,990 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
"I highly recommend this property to others. The staff was helpful and provided excellent customer service."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩93,584 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
₩93,584
₩104,806 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (462 reviews)
"This location is in a nice area where we felt safe. The room was clean and an excellent value for the price. The property is very pet friendly. We would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

2 out of 5
1600 NW 114th St, Clive, IA
The price is ₩76,453 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
₩76,453
₩85,628 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and Clive ...
6/10 (1,009 reviews)
"The location for us was good, the room was clean, and what I expected, outside the room was already little dirty and not kept up well. Lots of cigarette butts on the back steps and other flooring in the hallways was not kept up as well as it could’ve been. Price was good! Would have liked a little ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
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Other neighborhoods around Fairground

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a cascade

Capitol Park

While Capitol Park isn't home to many top sights, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building are some notable places to visit nearby.

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
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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
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 Polk County Courthouse while in the area.

Court District
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
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring outdoor art, a city and a park

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Western Gateway

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