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Des Moines Interesting : Michelin's recommendations

Straddling the V-shaped confluence of the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers, Iowa's politcal, governmental and economic capital city punctuates the surrounding farmlands. The city is one of the leading centers of the insurance industry, and its downtown Farmers Market (Saturday mornings from May to October) ranks among the best in the country. There's also an excellent fine art museum and several noteworthy historical homes. The Iowa State Fair, held here every year in August, epitomizes the rural Midwest: massive, friendly, wholesome, fattening and fun.

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Tourist attractions Des Moines : Things to see and do

  • State of Iowa Historical Building Interesting

    600 E. Locust St. USA - Des Moines IA 50319

    One block away from the State Capitol, the red granite and glass ziggurat contains eye-catching exhibits about various periods of Iowa history. On the west side of the building, three levels of exhibits—which don't shy away from thorny topics such as..

  • State Capitol Building Recommended Recommended

    1007 E Grand Avenue USA - Des Moines 50319

    Completed in 1886-the second capitol on this site-the Beaux-Arts Iowa State Capitol sparkles on its perch overlooking downtown. While its most recognizable feature is its glittering, 23-carat-gold-covered dome (modeled after Les Invalides in Paris), ..

  • Terrace Hill Interesting

    2300 Grand Ave USA - Des Moines IA 50312

    Dubbed "Palace of the Prairie" upon its completion in 1869, 21-room Terrace Hill is considered one of the best-preserved examples of the Second Empire style in the US. Its original owner, Iowa millionaire Benjamin F. Allen, commissioned Chi..

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  • Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

    401 Locust Street USA - Des Moines IA IA 50309

    Set in a heritage-listed building, the Renaissance Savery combines an historical location with contemporary accommodation. It features a free airport shuttle, an indoor pool with hot tub and a well-equipped gym. The spacious rooms at the Renaissance..

  • Des Moines Marriott Downtown

    700 Grand Avenue USA - Des Moines IA IA 50309

    Connected via skywalk to the Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena, this hotel offers concierge and valet parking services, an airport shuttle and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Guest rooms at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown feature a flat-screen c..

  • Cozy Rest Motel

    2316 Southeast 14th Street USA - Des Moines IA IA 50320

    Conveniently located within 12 minutes’ drive of the Des Moines International Airport, this motel features free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Each guest room includes a flat-screen TV. A microwave and fridge are provided in every room at Cozy Rest ..

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