Court District Travel Guide
Des Moines
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Popular places to visit
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
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.
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.
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.
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Things to do
Des Moines Scavenger Hunt Adventures in Downtown Des Moines
Top hotels in Court District
Des Lux Hotel
We didn't eat breakfast
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
We were in town for the IMT marathon. For 4 years we stayed at a different hotel, but they were booked solid. So we picked this one instead. We are very glad we did. This hotel was much better and closer to the downtown areas we use. We will be staying here more in the future!
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Did not have breakfast. I stayed in Des Moines for the Paul McCartney concert. I was hoping your bar would be open after the concert as many people wanted to continue the party. Lots of people standing in the lobby talking about concert and if the bar or a coffee bar would have been available that ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Clean room, friendly staff, very good location.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Nice and clea
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Very friendly staff and convenient location.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
