Fairground
Des Moines
Popular places to visit
Jordan Creek Town Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
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.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
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.
Top hotels in Fairground
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
The hallway was being painted. The pool is in poor condition. The hot tub pictured is not available at all. Not sure how they possibly host people for the Iowa State fair, their breakfast dining area is only made for 12 people. The sheets were stained. Pictures online are not a match to what we experienced. ...
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Comfortable beds, clean, the most well dressed and courteous staff. I love the character this hotel has. It’s gorgeous.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
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Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines
Very clean Nice staff
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Nice experience
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Des Lux Hotel
This hotel was amazing and definitely a favorite of mine. It is an older hotel but everything is clean and beautiful. The staff was so friendly and the free breakfast was the best I have ever had.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairground
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
