Court District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Ryan Brohm
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Photo by Erik Rowley
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Photo by Lana Garmon
Photo by Lana Garmon
Photo by Lana Garmon

Popular places to visit

Principal Park

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Principal Park
Adventureland

Adventureland

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Adventureland
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

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.

Iowa State Capitol Building
Living History Farms

Living History Farms

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Living History Farms during your travels in Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Living History Farms
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a garden and interior views

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.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Des Moines Art Center featuring art and interior views

Des Moines Art Center

Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.

Des Moines Art Center

Our pick of the best Court District Hotel Deals

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is NZ$322 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$322
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,010 reviews)
"First time staying here and had a great stay. It was only for one night, but I was very satisfied. front desk staff were friendly. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Loved the high ceilings and tall headboard. Just a great ambiance, dark wood finishes. Only thing that didn’t mesh with the vibe was ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Des Lux Hotel
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3 out of 5
100 SW Water Street, Des Moines, IA
The price is NZ$215 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$215
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (508 reviews)
"Front desk was very helpful"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$337 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$337
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great experience all the way around."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 out of 5
120 Sw Water St, Des Moines, IA
The price is NZ$207 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$207
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Our room had a bad smell to it. We had to wash all our clothes, etc when we got home. Our luggage also caught the smell, blah"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is NZ$264 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$264
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Decor and cleanliness were great. Really liked having a beach sized towel for the shower and not some tiny, thin towel."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
The price is NZ$148 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$148
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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 (547 reviews)
"The pool area was fantastic and loved that they had lifeguards on duty. So much fun! The downside is that the rooms need much updating. It was difficult to find plug ins for phones/electronics. Carpets were worn but all around it was a good place to stay with kids."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
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Other neighbourhoods around Court District

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, a city and landscape views

Downtown Des Moines

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.

Downtown Des Moines
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park which includes outdoor art, a garden and a city

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Western Gateway
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Columbus Park

While Columbus Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Columbus Park
Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to State Historical Museum of Iowa and Wooly's while you're in town.

Historic East Village
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Indianola Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indianola Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Indianola Hills
Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

Grays Lake

While Grays Lake isn't home to many top sights, Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Grays Lake

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