Columbus Park, IA
Des Moines
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Popular places to visit
![The Tornado and Dragon roller coasters at Adventureland.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f1880c574a55a0c4ce4de0e0cb126e64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
![Brigde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a99443c85dc4b837cd6310016d52b7a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.
![Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269146-Iowa-State-Capitol-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Iowa State Capitol Building
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.
![Walk through farms and villages from different periods of time, incredible museum and park that takes guests through an interactive tour!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5fbc3940eb3f276d90c1a4b3e4c2fbda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Living History Farms
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.
![Des Moines Botanical Center showing interior views and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269109-Des-Moines-Botanical-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
![Des Moines Art Center showing art and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268839-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Des Moines Art Center
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Des Moines Art Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Columbus Park Hotel Deals
![Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1600/1547/0c700b2d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 January 2025
![Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152300/1152222/76d62f4d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 6 February 2025
![Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/8053c6e0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 1 February 2025
![Surety Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44920000/44914200/44914120/1607cf04_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 February 2025
![Des Lux Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9790000/9781500/9781455/8b738b8d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 January 2025
![Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10622/05e5842f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 February 2025
Other neighborhoods around Columbus Park
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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 Des Moines Civic Center.
![View into downtown from the Capitol Building.
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Court District
Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while in the area.
![Historic East Village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268997-Historic-East-Village.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269201-State-Historical-Society-Of-Iowa-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268861-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Grays Lake
If you're spending some time in Grays Lake, Gray’s Lake Park and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.
![Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268861-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Greater South Side
If you're spending some time in Greater South Side, Gray’s Lake Park and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.
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