Greater South Side

Des Moines
Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

Popular places to visit

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Gray’s Lake Park

Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.

Gray’s Lake Park
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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
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Principal Park

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

Principal Park
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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
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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
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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 Greater South Side

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 RM330 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
RM330
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,166 reviews)
"Nice quick stay comfortable"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
The price is RM543 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
RM543
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Joe's Stay
"Hotel was fine, I would like full size pillows though and a more ergonomic office chair."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is RM343 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
RM343
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (903 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable. Friendly staff as well."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 out of 5
5231 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
The price is RM331 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
RM331
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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 ...
7/10 Good! (784 reviews)
Good - great with a few improvements
"Good place to stay when visiting family. Good choices for breakfast except that the eggs were previously frozen patties. The shower would have been greatly improved with grab bars."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
6111 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
The price is RM589 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
RM589
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (413 reviews)
"Staff was helpful. Atrium was a fun atmosphere. Parking and location to the airport was convenient. A bit of early 1980's feel, but well kept up and atrium getting some renovation at time we were there. Print center available. Overall, I would stay there again"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center, an IHG Hotel
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
The price is RM522 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
RM522
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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 helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,193 reviews)
I will recommend to all my family and friends
"The staff was so friendly, the bed was very comfortable. After a long day of traveling it was nice to see a friendly face. The massage chair in the room was so great after driving for 9 hours. The pool was so nice , it was fun to going swimming and enjoying watching the stars as we swam. The hot ..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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Other neighbourhoods around Greater South Side

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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 Principal Park while you're in town.

Court District
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Millman

While there might not be top attractions in Millman, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Water Works Park and Gray’s Lake Park.

Millman
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 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

Downtown Des Moines
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Sherman Hill

When in Sherman Hill, you can plan a visit to Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sherman Hill
Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Iowa State Capitol Building and Wooly's while you're in town.

Historic East Village
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North of Grand

North of Grand might not have many top sights, but Des Moines Art Center and Salisbury House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North of Grand

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