Des Moines, Iowa City Guide

Des Moines is Iowa’s hub. Tour the Iowa State Capitol, Terrace Hill, and Des Moines’ many hotels, restaurants and shops.


Des Moines Art and Culture

Des Moines Art Center The Art Center presents exhibitions and educational programs, as well as hands-on studio art classes

Des Moines Attractions

Downtown Des Moines Official website for Downtown Des Moines.

Des Moines City Guide

City of Des Moines Guide to visiting Des Moines.

Des Moines Golf

Skywalk Golf Skywalk Golf is located in Downtown Des Moines.

Des Moines Museums

Salisbury House The Salisbury House is a 42-room mansion located in Des Moines, Iowa. Modeled after the Kings House in Salisbury, England, this American Castle is nestled on a ten-acre estate of virgin woodlands in the heart of Iowas capital city.
The Science Center of Iowa Official website of The Science Center of Iowa.
University of Northern Iowa Museums & Collections The University of Northern Iowa Museums & Collections contribute to the University through educational programming, exhibition, collection, and preservation.
Fort Des Moines Museum and Education Center The museum and education center honors the U.S. Army's first officer candidate class for African American men in 1917, and the establishment of the first Women's Army Auxilary Corps (WAAC's) in 1942.
Iowa State Historical Museum The State Historical Museum exhibits a rich collection of historic artifacts and documents reflecting the history and heritage of Iowa.
Living History Farms Living History Farms is a 500-acre, outdoor museum that recreates the time period of the Ioway Indians in the 1700s, pioneers in the 1850s, townspeople in 1875 and 1900 farmers.

Des Moines Recreation

Saylorville Lake Recreation and Activities Saylorville Lake is a great place to go for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and swimming.

Des Moines Shopping

Des Moines Farmers Market Des Moines Farmers Market is a great place to find fresh spring produce.