Downtown Des Moines Travel Guide

Des Moines

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city
Des Moines Botanical Center featuring interior views and a park
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum showing interior views
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes heritage architecture and a garden
Iowa State Capitol Building showing a garden and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Downtown Des Moines

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 ₹11,864 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹11,864
₹13,288 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful building."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundable
The price is ₹11,218 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹11,218
₹12,564 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 out of 5
929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
The price is ₹10,180 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹10,180
₹11,401 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Easy access to other venues"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is ₹13,105 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹13,105
₹14,678 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"awesome"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Des Lux Hotel
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3 out of 5
418 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA
The price is ₹9,447 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹9,447
₹10,581 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Didn’t expect to pay a $30 charge for parking my vehicle. Seems excessive since the parking spots are packed in like sardines. Other than that the room was great. Very clean and spacious"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 out of 5
435 Park Street, Des Moines, IA
The price is ₹13,744 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
₹13,744
₹15,855 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice clean hotel"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Des Moines

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Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while you're in town.

Court District
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park which includes a high-rise building, a garden and a city

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Western Gateway
Historic East Village

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.

Historic East Village
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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.

Columbus Park
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Woodland Heights

While Woodland Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Woodland Heights
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a cascade

Capitol Park

While there might not be top attractions in Capitol Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building.

Capitol Park


Downtown Des Moines Travel Guide