Hotels near Water Works Park Des Moines

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Salisbury House— just one of the monuments located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from the center of Des Moines.

Des Moines Art Center is 3.3 mi (5.4 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 Salisbury House, Val Air Ballroom, and Valley Junction.

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.

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Valley Junction when in West Des Moines.

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.

Val Air Ballroom is worth a visit, located 3.7 mi (6 km) from central West Des Moines.

If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Des Moines Community Playhouse in Drake. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater, and Wooly's are not far.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Terrace Hill— just one of the monuments located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from the center of Des Moines. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the art galleries in the area.