Capitol Park Travel Guide
Des Moines
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Popular places to visit
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.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme 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 lively festivals and great live music.
Living History Farms
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Living History Farms during your travels in Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Top hotels in Capitol Park
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was very clean and spacious. It was also in a great location with plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
The staff was very accommodating. B
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Yes
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Love the staff. This is my second time in the last 30 days. We take the grandkids there. The front desk staff and bar staff are amazing!!!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Very nice but people were smoking pot and playing loud music.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Everything
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Park
Historic East Village
Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.
Downtown Des Moines
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
Columbus Park
While Columbus Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Sherman Hill
When in Sherman Hill, you can plan a visit to Hoyt Sherman Place and 801 Grand, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
