Greater South Side Travel Guide
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.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre 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.
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.
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Activities
Explore Des Moines with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest
Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Des Moines by Zombie Scavengers
Our pick of the best Greater South Side Hotel Deals
Reviewed on 9 May 2024
Reviewed on 11 May 2024
Reviewed on 1 May 2024
Reviewed on 7 May 2024
Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024
Reviewed on 9 May 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Greater South Side
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.
Millman
While there might not be top attractions in Millman, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Raccoon River Park and Des Moines Art Center.
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 Des Moines Civic Center or Science Center of Iowa might round out your trip.
Sherman Hill
When in Sherman Hill, you can plan a visit to Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
North of Grand
North of Grand might not have many top sights, but Des Moines Art Center and Salisbury House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.