Greater South Side

Des Moines
Grays Lake which includes 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 amusement 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 theater scene and great live music.

Principal Park
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Iowa State Capitol Building

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

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

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 P4,077 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
P4,077
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! (782 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 May 28, 2024

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
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 P4,104 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
P4,104
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! (1,168 reviews)
"Extremely pleasant desk attendant."

Reviewed on May 29, 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 P6,694 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
P6,694
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 May 28, 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 P4,434 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
P4,434
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 May 26, 2024

AmericInn by Wyndham 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 P8,033 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
P8,033
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (425 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 May 27, 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 P6,844 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
P6,844
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! (1,185 reviews)
"Family of six for a graduation in Johnston. We absolutely loved the cottages. The lady who checked us in was so accommodating and friendly. My only complaint is the cleaning lady came and told my daughter that check out is 10 AM, but it says 11 on my itineraries."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

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

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 Principal Park while in the area.

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 landscape views, a skyscraper and a city

Downtown Des Moines

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
Great, unique coffee joint in Des Moines. I love the vintage Midwest feel, old tin coka-cola signs and all. The snickers latte is worth a try or cool off with a Sioux City Sarsaparilla.

Sherman Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sherman Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North of Grand and surrounding area, you can visit Des Moines Art Center and Salisbury House.

North of Grand

Greater South Side