#1.
909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, Iowa 50316
Dome conservatory and 14 acres of lawns and gardens displaying tropical plants, cacti and succulents, bonsa... More on MuseumsUSA.org
Buckminster Fuller would be proud. One of his domes covers Des Moines Botanical Garden. It's a quaint colle... More on GeckoGo

#2.
831 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
Our education program is one of the most extensive of any community theatre in the United States, directly serving more than 30,000 students ... More on Dmplayhouse.com
The Des Moines Playhouse, volunteer theater productions and education workshops, was founded in 1919 by members of the Iowa Press and Authors Club. It is the six oldest continuously-operating commu... More on WorldWeb.com

#3.
4025 Tonawanda Drive, Des Moines, Iowa
This 42-room architectural wonder was built between 1923 and 1928 by pioneer cosmetics magnate, Carl Weeks ... More on Heritage
I plan to tour on a regular basis to see the updates on the renovation. More on TripAdvisor

#4.
4700 Grand Ave. Des Moines, IA 50312-2099
overview: Recognized by international art critics as a world- class museum in the heart of the Midwest, the... More on MuseumStuff.com
Big Town Art: World-class collection beautiful space designed by IM Pei. More on Yahoo! Travel

#5.
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Saylorville Lake is a man-made reservoir on the Des Moines River in Iowa. It is located 11 miles (18 km) upstream from the city of Des Moines, and 214 miles (344 km) from the mouth of the Des Moine... More on AnglerWeb.com
Can travel all the way from Des Moines to Big Creek marina. Great for biking. good views along the way. several spots to stop and take ... More on TripAdvisor

#6.
1501 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hoyt Sherman Place - Let’s face it. Going out in the city can get waaaaaay too expensive. Dinner, drinks, post-drinks, and then if you throw on bottle service, fughetaboutit. Which is why delis lik... More on clubzone
renovated theater: Beautiful renovation. More on Yahoo! Travel

#7.
1007 East Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA
The State Historical Museum serves as an exciting place where Iowans and other visitors can experience the ... More on Iowahistory.org
With breathtaking views of Downtown, you simply cannot miss this. More on Yahoo! Travel

#8.
401 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy., Des Moines, Iowa 50309, United States of America
Imagine. Experiment. Play! At the Science Center of Iowa, the experience is yours! From the inner workings ... More on familydaysoutusa
The exhibits here appeal to all ranges of ages, from the special toddler /preschool area (which older kid... More on Trekaroo

#9.
111 Court Avenue Des Moines IA 50309
THE GALLERY TODAY The Heritage Gallery is a 501c3 organization and is funded solely through entry fees received from gallery-sponsored competitions, exhibitions, private donations, and contribution... More on Polkcountyheritagegallery.org
about Heritage Art Gallery: More on GoCityKids

#10.
Des Moines, IA
Heritage Carousel at Union Park is a kid friendly amusement park located in Des Moines IA. More on KidsPlayParks
This turn-of-the-century replica carousel is hand carved from basswood, hand painted and ridden to the soun... More on familydaysoutusa
