Greater South Side, IA
Des Moines
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Gray’s Lake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gray’s Lake Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
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.
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 lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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Other neighborhoods around Greater South Side
Grays Lake
If you're spending some time in Grays Lake, Gray’s Lake Park and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Southwestern Hills
If you're spending some time in Southwestern Hills, Air Lanes Bowling Center and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.
Watrous South
While there might not be top attractions in Watrous South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blank Park Zoo and Fort Des Moines Museum.
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.
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.
- Gray’s Lake Park
- Wells Fargo Arena
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Adventureland
- Drake University
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Iowa Events Center
- Principal Park
- Hy Vee Hall
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Blank Park Zoo
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Val Air Ballroom
- Living History Farms
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Merle Hay Mall
- Des Moines Art Center
- West Glen Town Center
- 801 Grand
- Des Moines Area Community College
- Valley Junction
- Raccoon River Park
- Science Center of Iowa
- Saylorville Lake
- National Balloon Museum
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park
- UnityPoint Health - Methodist West Hospital
- Lauridsen Amphitheater