Hotels near Blank Park Zoo Des Moines

Listen to the relaxing sound of the water and take some great vacation pics at Gray’s Lake Park located 2 mi (3.2 km) from central Des Moines. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, both nearby.

You might want to practice your swing at A. H. Blank Golf Course, a golf course located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from central Des Moines. If A. H. Blank Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Willow Creek Golf Club is also nearby.

Fort Des Moines Museum is 4.3 mi (7 km) from central Des Moines, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Des Moines has to offer, head to Blank Park Zoo, Gray’s Lake Park, and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Southridge Mall when in Des Moines.

Echo Valley Driving Range is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Norwalk, why not stop by during your stay.

Southwestern Hills is home to Air Lanes Bowling Center, so why not stop by during your stay in Des Moines.

If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Easter Lake Park, a park located 4 mi (6.5 km) from the center of Des Moines. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Gray’s Lake Park, both nearby.

Lauridsen Amphitheater is 2 mi (3.2 km) from central Des Moines, why not stop by during your stay. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Hoyt Sherman Place, Wooly's, and Temple Theater are not far.