Title: Visit Capitol Park: Best of Capitol Park, Des Moines Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Capitol Park](https://expedia.ca/Capitol-Park-Des-Moines-Hotels.0-n553248635976474535-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Des Moines](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Des-Moines.d601690.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Capitol Park Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Capitol-Park.d553248635976474535.Car-Rental-Guide)[Capitol Park Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Capitol-Park.d553248635976474535.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Capitol Park ## Des Moines ![Des Moines Botanical Center showing a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268844-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Des Moines Botanical Center showing a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268849-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a park as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269110-Des-Moines-Botanical-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Capitol Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269116-Des-Moines-Botanical-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Des Moines Botanical Center showing a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268845-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Capitol Park Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Des Moines travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines.dx601690) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Des Moines Botanical Center featuring a garden and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269109-Des-Moines-Botanical-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Greater-Des-Moines-Botanical-Garden-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6075032.Vacation-Attraction) ![Adventureland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f1880c574a55a0c4ce4de0e0cb126e64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Adventureland 5/5(1 review) Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.ca/Adventureland-Des-Moines.d6075042.Vacation-Attraction) ![Principal Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a99443c85dc4b837cd6310016d52b7a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Principal Park Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Principal-Park-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6075046.Vacation-Attraction) ![Iowa State Capitol Building showing a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269146-Iowa-State-Capitol-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-State-Capitol-Building-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6075016.Vacation-Attraction) ![Living History Farms](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5fbc3940eb3f276d90c1a4b3e4c2fbda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Living History Farms You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.ca/Living-History-Farms-Des-Moines.d6105988.Vacation-Attraction) ![Des Moines Art Center showing art and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268839-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Des Moines Art Center Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Art-Center-Des-Moines.d6075020.Vacation-Attraction) * * * ## Capitol Park Hotel Deals ![Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9375/9e4e0ef2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton 1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA CA $197 CA $221 total Sep 25 - Sep 26 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,020 reviews) "Really enjoyed our stay! We made reservations at the speak easy, cool private bar area but, the waitresses weren’t overly friendly. Enjoyed it was in walking distance of a lot of things we did. Loved the key card to access elevator for security purpose. The coffe shop in the hotel was good as well! ..." Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F09%2F2025&endDate=26%2F09%2F2025&selected=9375&PinnedHotelID=9375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474535) ![Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/01d93670_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West 7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $116 CA $130 total Sep 29 - Sep 30 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) "Its was a nice clean facility, the staff was SUPER nice. They kept my bags for me at the front desk while I went to work and they had hot breakfast in the morning." Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=77590&PinnedHotelID=77590&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474535) ![Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49900/49826/23994ff1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport 1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA CA $101 CA $113 total Oct 2 - Oct 3 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,579 reviews) "Great vacation" Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F10%2F2025&endDate=03%2F10%2F2025&selected=49826&PinnedHotelID=49826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474535) ![Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152300/1152222/8b967b66_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston 5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA CA $122 CA $136 total Sep 28 - Sep 29 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,759 reviews) "This stay was a great experience. I enjoyed the lodge theme. Everything seemed clean and welcoming. The bed was comfortable and the room was spacious." Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=1152222&PinnedHotelID=1152222&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474535) ![Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48260000/48251500/48251406/b9f3330e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University 2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA CA $152 CA $171 total Sep 28 - Sep 29 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (993 reviews) "Love the walk in shower, no bath tub to step in to/out of. Clean and updated rooms and lobby." Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=48251406&PinnedHotelID=48251406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976474535) ![Sonesta Essential Des Moines](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/9b65231b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Essential Des Moines 4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA CA $70 CA $82 total Sep 28 - Sep 29 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7.2/10 Good! 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Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Historic-East-Village.dx6170617) ![State Historical Society of Iowa Museum featuring a city, a high-rise building and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269201-State-Historical-Society-Of-Iowa-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Des Moines 4.5/5(6 area reviews) Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Downtown-Des-Moines.dx6060027) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8f72335b84f5a0dd4c16e39780dd7e6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Court District Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Court-Avenue-Entertainment-District.dx6170624) ![John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring a high-rise building, a city and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/269000/269209-John-And-Mary-Pappajohn-Sculpture-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Western Gateway While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Western-Gateway.dx943633779787128832) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Columbus Park Though Columbus Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Columbus-Park.dx897427496291811328) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6ed61770871394480cf3bf5b3e947166.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sherman Hill If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sherman Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park. 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