Capitol Park, IA

Des Moines
Des Moines Botanical Center showing a cascade
Des Moines Botanical Center featuring a pond
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a garden as well as an individual femail
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden showing a garden and wildflowers
Des Moines Botanical Center showing a garden

Popular places to visit

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 great live music or attend a sporting event.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
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
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 lively festivals and great live music.

Iowa State Capitol Building
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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 great live music.

Principal Park
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 acclaimed theater scene.

Des Moines Art Center
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

Capitol Park Hotel Deals

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 SAR 261 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
SAR 261
SAR 293 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2025
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 ...
6.2/10 (273 reviews)
"The indoor swim park is perfect for all ages."

Reviewed on 16 December 2024

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 380 per night from Dec 29 to Dec 30
SAR 380
SAR 425 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
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! (1,521 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and helpful. Room was clean. Some areas showing some wear but nothing that was a problem. Room very comfortable. We had to stay an extra night because of an ice storm. Staff arranged for us to stay in same room so we didn't have to move to another room for that night. Breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

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 SAR 327 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
SAR 327
SAR 366 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2025
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)
"Full hot breakfast Great!!"

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

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 SAR 397 per night from Jan 7 to Jan 8
SAR 397
SAR 456 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2025
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! (898 reviews)
"We loved our latest stay at the Surety which happened to be Christmas Eve. The restaurant and bar was at full capacity with diners. A definite Christmas oasis as most of the rest of downtown Des Moines was quiet. A testament to food and restaurant that so many would seek it out on Christmas eve. ..."

Reviewed on 26 December 2024

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 SAR 485 per night from Jan 2 to Jan 3
SAR 485
SAR 543 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 January 2025
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! (854 reviews)
"It was a beautiful hotel and friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

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 SAR 263 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
SAR 263
SAR 294 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,374 reviews)
"Was easy to check in and nice quiet stay."

Reviewed on 20 December 2024

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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Other neighborhoods around 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
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
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 Principal Park while in the area.

Court District
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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
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 801 Grand.

Sherman Hill
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Fairground

Fairground might not have many top sights, but Iowa State Fairgrounds and Iowa State Capitol Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairground

Capitol Park, IA

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