Capitol Park

Des Moines

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a waterfall
Des Moines Botanical Center featuring a pond
Des Moines Botanical Center featuring a garden as well as an individual femail
Capitol Park
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a garden

Popular places to visit

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a garden and interior views

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

5/5(1 review)

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
Adventureland

Adventureland

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

Adventureland
Principal Park

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.

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

Iowa State Capitol Building

5/5(1 review)

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
Living History Farms

Living History Farms

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Living History Farms during your travels in Urbandale. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Living History Farms
Des Moines Art Center which includes interior views and art

Des Moines Art Center

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

Des Moines Art Center

Top hotels in Capitol Park

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 RM523 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
RM523
RM586 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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! (1,042 reviews)
Nice stay
"Check-in was quick and easy. Room was nice and clean. Beds were comfy."

Reviewed on 2 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
The price is RM511 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
RM511
RM572 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (1,002 reviews)
"I like the location. However, I couldn't park my car at the hotel parking lot due to construction, which created the inconvenience for guests parked their car across the street, with invisible signs that I couldn't see. I drove around in circles for couple time before I could park my car. I wish ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM296 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
RM296
RM332 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
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! (1,514 reviews)
"A lovely place"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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 RM286 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
RM286
RM320 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (422 reviews)
"Honestly, our expectations were low, we just wanted a cheap place to sleep that was pet friendly. To our surprise the room was upgraded, clean and had a comfy bed. The floor was vinyl, wood plank flooring and not the sometimes nasty motel, heavily trafficked carpet. There were phone charger outlets, ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
2.5 out of 5
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
The price is RM287 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
RM287
RM330 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (942 reviews)
Great
"We had a few complications but they set everything right. Great people. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
2 out of 5
1600 NW 114th St, Clive, IA
The price is RM233 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
RM233
RM261 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and Clive ...
6/10 (1,011 reviews)
"Good value and very clean"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
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Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Park

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
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city

Downtown Des Moines

4/5(1 area review)

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.

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
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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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Fairground

While Fairground may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sky Glider East and Iowa State Fairgrounds.

Fairground

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