OUR TAKE ON DES MOINES
If you’re on a romantic getaway in Des Moines, you might enjoy the world-acclaimed Des Moines Art Center, which houses beautiful works of 19th and 20th century artists. You can also take art classes. And for an especially romantic weekend in Des Moines, check out some of the fine Bed and Breakfasts in and around Des Moines, one of the finest being the Butler House on Grand.
For family vacations in Des Moines, kid friendly attractions include Blank Park Zoo and Adventureland. Blank Park Zoo is a fairly small but well-known zoo that’s perfect for an afternoon outing with the family. Kid friendly Adventureland is a fun theme park and water park for kids of all ages. Looking for a hotel in Des Moines for your family? Consider the Renaissance Des Moines Savery which has an indoor pool and oversized family living rooms, as well as kitchens in some of the rooms.
LODGING
-
Marriott Des Moines
"staff was friendly and made us feel at home." - a user of MyTravelGuide
-
Renaissance Des Moines Savery
"some rooms have two full baths which would be most convenient for families or while sharing a room with business staff." - a user of OpenList.com
-
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines-On The River
"I really loved the hotel (and the staff overall) but the night front desk management and the doorman." - a user of OpenList.com
THINGS TO DO
-
Blank Park Zoo
"This has to be one of Iowa's best kept secrets! Located in Des Moines, this is an easy drive from just about anywhere in Iowa. We have two young children and we only have farm anim…" - a user of Epinions.com
-
Des Moines Art Center
"I dont know.. i really enjoyed it all. I went on a field trip and i learned alot and seen alot of cool things that i havent seen before." - a user of Yahoo! Travel
-
State Historical Museum
