Dubuque is known for its riverfront and museums, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Five Flags Center and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Jordan Creek Town Center when in West Des Moines. Splash some more cash at Jordan West and Bridgewood Plaza.
"Overall the hotel was better than the reviews. Waterpark needs some painting but kids don’t care. Beds were comfortable with rooms very clean. A full breakfast was nice with a large family. Very accommodating with kids activities in and out of the waterpark area. Front desk was very nice and helpful. They put our family all together which made the trip even more fun and convenient with small children "