Court District

Des Moines

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Photo by Lana Garmon
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Photo by Lana Garmon

Popular places to visit

Principal Park

Principal Park

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

Principal Park
Adventureland

Adventureland

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

Adventureland
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

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
Living History Farms

Living History Farms

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Living History Farms
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes interior views and a park

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
Des Moines Art Center showing 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 Court District

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is P8,606 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
P8,606
P9,639 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"This place is unique! So out of the norm for most hotels! The rooms are huge! It’s just awesome. The staff is first class and the Halloween decorations are over the top! My new go to Des Moines Hotel!"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Des Lux Hotel
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3 out of 5
100 SW Water Street, Des Moines, IA
The price is P6,060 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
P6,060
P6,787 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (529 reviews)
"Clean and spacious rooms with convenient walkable access to nearby restaurants and attractions."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is P11,285 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P11,285
P12,639 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Comfort at its finest
"Service is always top notch. Beautiful facility."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
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 P8,313 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P8,313
P9,311 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel. Very clean. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
The price is P4,083 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
P4,083
P4,573 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
5.6/10 (608 reviews)
"Was nice hotel little outdated in room curtains are very worn but overall room was clean. Breakfast was good nothing special waffles and cereal along with fruit and granola bars. Was disappointed Sunday when went down to breakfast early Sunday to watch Vikings game in the breakfast area(which is ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
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 P4,289 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
P4,289
P4,803 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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! (1,598 reviews)
"Great room in which you can open the windows at night, not all hotels have that. Also has a recliner in the room, another feature most hotels do not have. I have stayed at many hotels for my job, and this is my favorite hotel in the Des Moines area!"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Court District

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high rise building, landscape views 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
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring a high rise building, a city and outdoor art

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

Though Columbus Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Columbus Park
Historic East Village

Historic East Village

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

Historic East Village
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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
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Indianola Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Indianola Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Indianola Hills

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