Attractions

Des Moines Performing Arts is a private 501 (C) (3) not-for-profit corporation presenting the performing arts to Iowa and the surrounding states. It is the presenter of major Broadway and educational touring companies, performers and groups, and is the performing home of many local and regional groups, including the Des Moines Symphony.

221 Walnut St.
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
+1-515-246-2300
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The Art Center is a museum and school, with a world class art collection housed in extraordinary architecture by three renowned architects.

Admission is free, as supported by Principal Financial Group and Des Moines Art Center members.

4700 Grand Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50312
+1-515-277-4405
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The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden's mission is to help guests explore, explain and celebrate the world of plants. Tropical and temperate gardens are fun to explore alone or with a group, a place where you can learn about fascinating plants, hone your gardening skills or immerse yourself in beautiful gardens.

4700 Grand Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50312
+1-515-277-4405
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See a play or sign up for a summer class at the Des Moines Community Playhouse.

831 42nd St.
Des Moines, Iowa 50312
+1-515-277-6261
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See the Iowa Cubs, a Triple-A Affiliate of the World Series Champion Chicago Cubs, at the Iowa Cubs Ballpark and one of the top minor league facilities in the country, Principal Park.

Principal Park
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
+1-800-GOI-CUBS (464-2827)
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The Iowa Hall of Pride, located in downtown Des Moines, is an interactive celebration to all that is good about Iowa.

330 Park St.
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
+1-515-280-8969
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 Schedule a tour of our Iowa Capitol online, as intended for groups of 10 or more. Smaller groups should call +1-515-281-5591. Tours can be scheduled Monday through Saturday.

East 9th St. & Grand Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50319
+1-515-281-5591
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Living History Farms in Urbandale, Iowa, tells the amazing story of how Iowans transformed the fertile prairies of the Midwest into the most productive farmland in the world. While at the 500-acre open-air museum, visitors travel at their own pace through historical time periods spanning 300 years. On-site interpreters provide a unique learning environment of seasonal activities and demonstrations.

2600 111th
Urbandale, Iowa 50322
+1-515-278-5286
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By placing the power of learning in the hands of the visitor with interactive experiences for all ages, the emphasis at the Science Center of Iowa is less on what to learn and more on how to learn.

401 West Martin Luther King Jr.
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
+1-515-274-6868
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Enjoy year-round fun at Sleep Hollow Sports Park. Check out their website for information about sports and activities, directions and contacts.

4051 Dean Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50317
+1-515-262-4100
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A true Iowa treasure, Terrace Hill was built by bankers, inhabited by governors and their families, and has hosted guests from around the world.

2300 Grand Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50312
+1-515-281-3604
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