Greater South Side, IA
Des Moines
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Popular places to visit
Gray’s Lake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gray’s Lake Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
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 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 lively festivals and great live music.
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
Though Grays Lake might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
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
While Southwestern Hills 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.
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.
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.
- Gray’s Lake Park
- Wells Fargo Arena
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Adventureland
- Drake University
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Iowa Events Center
- Hy Vee Hall
- Blank Park Zoo
- Principal Park
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Living History Farms
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Val Air Ballroom
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Des Moines Art Center
- Merle Hay Mall
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Saylorville Lake
- 801 Grand
- Des Moines Area Community College
- West Glen Town Center
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Science Center of Iowa
- Raccoon River Park
- Valley Junction
- Wooly's
- Salisbury House
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- Simpson College