Title: Visit Court District: Best of Court District, Des Moines Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Court District](https://expedia.ca/Court-District-Des-Moines-Hotels.0-n6170624-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Des Moines](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Des-Moines.d601690.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Court District Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Court-District.d6170624.Car-Rental-Guide)[Court District Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Court-District.d6170624.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Court District ## Des Moines ![Photo by Ryan Brohm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8f72335b84f5a0dd4c16e39780dd7e6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Ryan Brohm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8f72335b84f5a0dd4c16e39780dd7e6d.jpg) ![Photo by Erik Rowley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f8b161d11900bbdce91399b72ccf65cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Erik Rowley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f8b161d11900bbdce91399b72ccf65cb.jpg) ![Photo by Lana Garmon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b9596ef2b48e5881f46b1c1a548d7e6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Lana Garmon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b9596ef2b48e5881f46b1c1a548d7e6a.jpg) ![Photo by Lana Garmon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/78ac80dc9a3f0aee008bfd1f3514ffdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Lana Garmon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/78ac80dc9a3f0aee008bfd1f3514ffdf.jpg) ## Visit Court District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Des Moines travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines.dx601690) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![Adventureland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f1880c574a55a0c4ce4de0e0cb126e64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Adventureland 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) ![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 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 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 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) ![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) * * * ## Court District Hotel Deals ![Des Lux Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9790000/9781500/9781455/e7f9fb30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Des Lux Hotel 800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA CA $229 CA $257 total Sep 24 - Sep 25 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews) "Aaa" Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F09%2F2025&endDate=25%2F09%2F2025&selected=9781455&PinnedHotelID=9781455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6170624) ![Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6468200/6468142/69eea272_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown 100 SW Water Street, Des Moines, IA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $156 CA $175 total Sep 28 - Sep 29 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (523 reviews) Perfect for walking everywhere "Perfect location to walk anywhere you needed. Front staff was extremely helpful. He let us check in early, even when we didn't ask to. We were just asking about how parking worked until we could check in. We loved the large patio area. And everything felt very safe. We will definitely stay here again ..." Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=6468142&PinnedHotelID=6468142&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6170624) ![Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44920000/44914200/44914120/5c0974c4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection 206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA CA $269 CA $301 total Oct 5 - Oct 6 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Comfort at its finest "Service is always top notch. Beautiful facility." Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F10%2F2025&endDate=06%2F10%2F2025&selected=44914120&PinnedHotelID=44914120&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6170624) ![Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1600/1547/b8de3671_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines 5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA CA $100 CA $112 total Oct 20 - Oct 21 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 5.6/10 (599 reviews) "The main waterpark feature was closed. Had we known this, we may have booked elsewhere as we have a 5 year old child who loves the water features here. This is the second time in the last 12 months that we have stayed here and had problems with Pirates Cove water features being accessible to guests. ..." Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F10%2F2025&endDate=21%2F10%2F2025&selected=1547&PinnedHotelID=1547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6170624) ![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 $198 CA $222 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! (1,024 reviews) "Outstanding property and staff!" Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F09%2F2025&endDate=26%2F09%2F2025&selected=9375&PinnedHotelID=9375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6170624) ![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 $103 CA $115 total Sep 24 - Sep 25 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! (1,582 reviews) "Friendly staff Clean room Very good stay for the money." 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Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Downtown-Des-Moines.dx6060027) ![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) ![Historic East Village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268997-Historic-East-Village.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic East Village Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Historic-East-Village.dx6170617) ![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. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Sherman-Hill.dx553248635976473805) ![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) ### Indianola Hills While there might not be top attractions in Indianola Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa. [](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Indianola-Hills.dx897427424713916416) * * * * * * - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Court District ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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