Grays Lake
Des Moines
Popular places to visit
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.
Water Works Park
Water Works Park is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
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 lively festivals and great live music.
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 Grays Lake
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Neat speak easy in the basement, otherwise a nice clean hotel in a down town area. Our second stay and likely not our last.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Yes
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Really hard to get cart into Room
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Very clean friendly staff
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Everything
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Des Lux Hotel
Everything was top notch!
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grays Lake
Greater South Side
While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.
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.
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.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
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.
