Capitol Park, IA

Des Moines

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a cascade
Des Moines Botanical Center featuring a pond
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a garden as well as an individual femail
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden showing a garden and wildflowers
Des Moines Botanical Center showing a garden

Popular places to visit

Des Moines Botanical Center showing interior views and a park

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

4.5/5(115 reviews)

Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
The Tornado and Dragon roller coasters at Adventureland.

Adventureland

4/5(201 reviews)

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Adventureland
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Principal Park

4.5/5(62 reviews)

You can take time to visit Principal Park during your travels to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Principal Park
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

4.5/5(194 reviews)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

Iowa State Capitol Building
Walk through farms and villages from different periods of time, incredible museum and park that takes guests through an interactive tour!

Living History Farms

4.5/5(63 reviews)

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.

Living History Farms
Des Moines Art Center showing art and interior views

Des Moines Art Center

4.5/5(76 reviews)

Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.

Des Moines Art Center

Capitol Park Hotel Deals

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$2,267 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
NT$2,267
NT$2,539 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
5.6/10 (478 reviews)
9.5/10
"Hotel and hotel staff was great. Only thing to complain about was just the floor was wet but it’s also a pool hotel. Sooo… over all great experience."

Reviewed on 2025/6/25

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is NT$3,513 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
NT$3,513
NT$3,934 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice property, clean room. Staff just weren't very friendly"

Reviewed on 2025/6/21

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
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 NT$3,601 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
NT$3,601
NT$4,033 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,024 reviews)
"Absolutely love this property! Great location, beautiful rooms."

Reviewed on 2025/6/24

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is NT$1,976 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
NT$1,976
NT$2,213 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,509 reviews)
"Room was comfortable. Front desk check-in clerk was very pleasant, as was morning check-out. Free breakfast was very nice, several hot and cold options."

Reviewed on 2025/6/26

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,731 reviews)
"Great place to stay for bigger families!"

Reviewed on 2025/6/26

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Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA
The price is NT$1,877 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
NT$1,877
NT$2,102 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (405 reviews)
Friendly and clean
"Service dog and myself stayed two nights in a row to rest and cool off from the heatwave"

Reviewed on 2025/6/25

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
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Other neighborhoods around Capitol Park

Historic East Village

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.

Historic East Village
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a city

Downtown Des Moines

4.5/5(711 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Des Moines
View into downtown from the Capitol Building. #capitol #desmoines #city #downtown

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while in the area.

Court District
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring outdoor art, a city and a park

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
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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.

Columbus Park
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Fairground

Fairground might not have many top sights, but Sky Glider East and Iowa State Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairground

Capitol Park, IA