The lively city of Des Moines awaits you
Enjoy the area's festivals, live music and theatre scene with a rental holiday home in Des Moines. This city's sporting events, cycling and restaurants draw many visitors. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Sightseeing in and around Des Moines
Are you looking for attractions to visit in the area? You'll be sure to enjoy Des Moines for its swimming and cycling. Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Des Moines a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Grand View Golf Course (3.6 mi / 5.7 km)
- Blank Park Zoo (4.7 mi / 7.6 km)
- Adventureland (7.6 mi / 12.2 km)
- Lake Ahquabi State Park (20.7 mi / 33.4 km)
- Waveland Municipal Golf Course (3.6 mi / 5.8 km)
- Copper Creek Golf Course (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Des Moines
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Des Moines is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (0.6 mi / 1 km)
- Pappajohn Sculpture Park (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Gray’s Lake Park (2 mi / 3.2 km)
- Sleepy Hollow Sports Park (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Saylorville Lake (12.9 mi / 20.8 km)
- Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge (17.6 mi / 28.3 km)
Travelling to and around Des Moines
The nearest airport is in Des Moines International Airport (DSM), located 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from the city centre.