Grays Lake, IA
Des Moines





Popular places to visit

Gray’s Lake Park
Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.

Water Works Park
Water Works Park is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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

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 great live music and lively festivals.

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.
Grays Lake Hotel Deals

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Traveled with my kids and they loved this place.
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Clean, friendly staff, great atmosphere
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Great location and friendly check in
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Very clean. Well maintained. Friendly staff. Nice breakfast selection.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Room was clean needed to be painted
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Nothing bad to say at all
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Grays Lake

Greater South Side
While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Indianola Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Indianola Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

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

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.

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.

Downtown Des Moines
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.
