Capitol Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme 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 great live music and lively festivals.
Living History Farms
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Living History Farms during your travels in Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Our pick of the best Capitol Park Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Room was clean, staff was courteous and the bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
This is our second time staying here. It feels like a 5 star hotel. The details in the decor are unique and well designed. The bed and bedding is comfortable. I love the lobby, large and spacious with lots of seating options for gatherings small or large. Great restaurant, Proudfoot and Bird with ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Room was clean, bedding comfortable, breakfast was good and location was good
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
It’s so nice to deal with a hotel that is willing to be flexible. We needed to check in early with an event occurring the day of our stay and they were so accommodating! Loved our suite, we had plenty of room to sprawl out in our down time.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Old outside appearance but when you get inside the room was like brand new. Super clean. Staff accommodated the hockey equipment of the boys. Great experience!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Des Lux Hotel
Clean hotel; excellent customer service!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Capitol 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.
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
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.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden.
Columbus Park
While Columbus Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
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.
