Iowa State Fairgrounds Tours and Activities

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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3 out of 5
Downtown Des Moines
per person
Jul. 24 - Jul. 26
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Des Moines (DSM)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff pleasent, pool area had ants and not a safe area for kids, parking was horrible with the construction, and the air conditioning in the room wouldnt work properly. Clean room, working tv, noisey from highway.

Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
Downtown Des Moines
per person
Jul. 24 - Jul. 26
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Des Moines (DSM)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (938 reviews)
The hotel was old, charming and in excellent condition. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The bed was comfortable and quiet. There were many restaurants with in walking distance. We are coming over to Hilton Honors from being IHG members for sometime, the IHG hotels are becoming expensive and rundown. We find Hilton Honors hotels to be lovely and affordable.

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2025

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 out of 5
Greater South Side
per person
Jul. 24 - Jul. 26
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Des Moines (DSM)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
The room air conditioning did not cool adequately. For the price it was OK.

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2025

Popular places to visit

Iowa State Capitol Building showing a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

5/5(6 reviews)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

Iowa State Capitol Building
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum showing interior views

State Historical Museum of Iowa

Learn about early settlement and battles as well as bicycle races and the movie industry in this museum in Iowa’s state capital.

State Historical Museum of Iowa
Des Moines Botanical Center featuring a garden and interior views

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

4/5(2 reviews)

Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge
Principal Park

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Principal Park

Sky Glider East

You can take time to visit Sky Glider East during your travels to Des Moines. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Sky Glider East

Best Lodging Options Near Iowa State Fairgrounds

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
2 out of 5
410 E 30th Street, Des Moines, IA
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Des Moines
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Charming home near ISF and DT DSM!
Charming home near ISF and DT DSM!
Des Moines
Charming home near ISF and DT DSM!
Cheerful 2 Bedroom Home only a mile to Fairgrounds
Cheerful 2 Bedroom Home only a mile to Fairgrounds
Des Moines
Cheerful 2 Bedroom Home only a mile to Fairgrounds
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Surety Hotel
4bd 2ba Family Friendly Home PLUS all the amenities!
4bd 2ba Family Friendly Home PLUS all the amenities!
Des Moines
4bd 2ba Family Friendly Home PLUS all the amenities!
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
2.5 out of 5
5850 Morning Star Ct, Pleasant Hill, IA
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
Des Moines
• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
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