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Sightseeing

Tours are available during weekdays between 8:00 am and 4:45 pm, until 4:00 pm on Saturday.
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Kapitol ng Estado ng Iowa
1007 E Grand Ave
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Tours are available during weekdays between 8:00 am and 4:45 pm, until 4:00 pm on Saturday.
A unique pedestrian bridge over the Des Moines River with nice views of the city and a surrounding trail
Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge
Principal River Walk
A unique pedestrian bridge over the Des Moines River with nice views of the city and a surrounding trail
Tours available Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10:30 am and 12:00 pm
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Terrace Hill Historic Site
2300 Grand Ave
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Tours available Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10:30 am and 12:00 pm
Modeled after a Medieval English estate and with extensive grounds and many exhibits, open seasonally with tours available
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Salisbury House
4025 Tonawanda Dr
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Modeled after a Medieval English estate and with extensive grounds and many exhibits, open seasonally with tours available
A large indoor garden
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Malaking Hardin ng Botanical ng Greater Des Moines
909 Robert D. Ray Dr
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A large indoor garden
Trails and views of the Des Moines River
Crocker Woods Park
1001 Hickman Road
Trails and views of the Des Moines River
The Iowa State Fair is held in mid August.
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Iowa State Fairgrounds
3000 E Grand Ave
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The Iowa State Fair is held in mid August.
A nice park and art installation to explore in downtown
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Pappajohn Sculpture Park
1330 Grand Ave
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A nice park and art installation to explore in downtown
Central Library
1000 Grand Ave
Museum concerning the history of Iowa
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State Historical Museum
600 E Locust St
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Museum concerning the history of Iowa
A park a block away from The Red Bridge, a rail bridge over the Des Moines River that has been converted into a pedestrian bridge
West River Front Park
A park a block away from The Red Bridge, a rail bridge over the Des Moines River that has been converted into a pedestrian bridge
Offers a beautiful view of the Des Moines skyline. Located in MacRae Park, which has nice trails and a pond.
EMC Overlook
1021 Davis Avenue
Offers a beautiful view of the Des Moines skyline. Located in MacRae Park, which has nice trails and a pond.
Used for testing and photography by Better Homes & Gardens magazine, it is open to the public from late May to September, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden
1716 Locust Street
Used for testing and photography by Better Homes & Gardens magazine, it is open to the public from late May to September, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Tours are available on Tuesdays or by appointment with 10 business days' notice.
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World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
100 Locust St
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Tours are available on Tuesdays or by appointment with 10 business days' notice.

Neighborhoods

Various locations for shopping and dining
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Beaverdale
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Various locations for shopping and dining
Historic district with many Victorian homes. This is a nice location for walking with occasional tours and events available.
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Sherman Hill
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Historic district with many Victorian homes. This is a nice location for walking with occasional tours and events available.
Many options for shopping and dining
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East Village
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Many options for shopping and dining
Various locations for shopping and dining
North of Grand
Various locations for shopping and dining
Many locations for dining and with a nice view of the Polk County Courthouse, also the location of the Downtown Farmers' Market
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Court Avenue
Court Avenue
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Many locations for dining and with a nice view of the Polk County Courthouse, also the location of the Downtown Farmers' Market

Food scene

Downtown grocery store with a number of dining options on site. It also has a pharmacy.
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Hy-Vee
420 Court Ave
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Downtown grocery store with a number of dining options on site. It also has a pharmacy.
The nearest gas station/convenience store to your stay
QuikTrip
2300 Martin Luther King Junior Parkway
The nearest gas station/convenience store to your stay
Noodles and Company
2105 Ingersoll Avenue
McAlister's Deli
5910 Douglas Avenue
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Drake Diner
1111 25th St
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The nearest coffee shop to your stay, just be aware the hours are limited: Monday to Saturday, 7:00am to 2:00pm
Freedom Blend Coffee
2329 Hickman Rd
The nearest coffee shop to your stay, just be aware the hours are limited: Monday to Saturday, 7:00am to 2:00pm
Event with a large number of vendors and large crowds held outdoors in the Court District on Saturday mornings from May to October, with availability varying during the rest of the year
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Des Moines 'Downtown Farmers' Market
300 Court Ave
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Event with a large number of vendors and large crowds held outdoors in the Court District on Saturday mornings from May to October, with availability varying during the rest of the year
The tallest building in Iowa, with several dining options on the first two floors during weekdays
801 Grand Ave
801 Grand Avenue
The tallest building in Iowa, with several dining options on the first two floors during weekdays
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Merle Hay Mall
3800 Merle Hay Rd
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Jersey Mike's Subs
4117 Merle Hay Road
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Palmer's Deli & Market
2843 Ingersoll Ave
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Just be aware it closes early, open from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Bruegger's Bagels
3730 Ingersoll Ave
Just be aware it closes early, open from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm.
This Hy-Vee location is the nearest supermarket to your stay. There is also a pharmacy on site.
3330 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
This Hy-Vee location is the nearest supermarket to your stay. There is also a pharmacy on site.
This Walgreens location is the nearest pharmacy to your stay.
3030 University Ave
This Walgreens location is the nearest pharmacy to your stay.
Dough Co. Pizza | Drake
Taste of New York Pizza
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A Dong Restaurant
1511 High St
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Payo sa lungsod

Huwag palampasin

I recommend visiting the State Capitol.

It is a beautiful, impressive building, and the tours are very interesting and informative.
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Lyft and Uber

Both are available throughout the Des Moines metro area, but they may be slow to find a driver especially in more distant parts, and drivers may not be available at all very early in the morning or very late at night.
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DART

Bus service closer to downtown is fairly extensive, and as discussed in the listing, there are a number of routes accessible within walking distance of your stay, with easy access to downtown. Further out, coverage is more sporadic and service less frequent. The normal fare for local routes is $1.75, and the fare can be paid with coins, dollar bills, and via the DART app. Passes are also available for purchase on the buses and at DART Central Station. Operating hours vary by route, but service is generally not available between 12:00 am and 5:00 am or on holidays and is reduced on the weekend.
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Taxis

Taxis are readily available right outside the terminal of Des Moines International Airport. You can also call for a taxi by phone throughout the metro area, but service is not very reliable.
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Parking

Public parking garages, lots, and street parking are available downtown and are generally metered, while street parking in most of the rest of the city is generally free, but look out for signs prohibiting parking in certain areas.