Western Gateway
Des Moines
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Popular places to visit
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Whimsical, entertaining and provocative can easily describe the artwork at this outdoor gallery that provides new meaning and life to sculptures.
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pappajohn Sculpture Park during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Western Gateway Park
After visiting Western Gateway Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. 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.
Top hotels in Western Gateway
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Super comfy beds and linen, clean, and nicely designed rooms!
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Close to airport
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Room was clean, toilet was noisey all night.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
I love the location and the pool if it were summer would have been better but the nicest hot tub!
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Des Lux Hotel
Cool hotel to stay at!
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Western Gateway
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.
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.
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.
Woodland Heights
While Woodland Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
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.
Grays Lake
Though Grays Lake might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
