Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Des Moines

Carson S. • March 5, 2019Phenomenal views with a great length path for beginner runners and anyone looking for a relaxing walk in the heart of Des Moines!

Erik R. • July 5, 2015Beautiful green space full of unique forms of art. Plenty of photo opportunities and Tim Burtony sculptures.

Stephanie • July 21, 2015Amazing! Check out the water garden and waterfall out back. Give yourself a couple hours to look at everything! So peaceful.

Sarah D. • November 21, 2015Great place for pictures. Lots of others with the same idea too.

Me®edith ✿. • August 9, 2013There's a comfortable place to nurse your baby!

Estepha F. • October 3, 2017Check out the art here during the farmers market

Lori H. • October 21, 2012Beautiful location for an informal, small wedding.

Rose M. • September 21, 2011Great place to take your dog, love the equipment and space!

Michael M. • February 15, 2012Downtown doggie daycare has moved. Great new location beautiful building. best doggie daycare in town you should come check it out

Carol C. • August 10, 2013Fair 2013 varied industries is too packed this year due to addition if an aisle!

Brittany B. • September 23, 2013Awesome little playground tucked away in a nice neighborhood. Swings, a jungle gym and 2 separate sized play platforms (one for younger ages and one for older). Great little spot.

Marie J. • May 15, 2010Walked to the Des Moines River and saw many beautiful lavendar flowers on the hillside to McHenry Park

Tina S. • May 31, 2015The good life!!

Jeiran H. • October 20, 2017This trail goes for miles. Has some interesting sights along the way

Lauren N. • June 24, 2013Wonderful little bridge to cross but if you plan on attending at night, take your bug spray!!!

Steve N. • July 14, 2011One of the busiest photo shoot locations. The west side in the evening is best.

Calvin H. • April 1, 2015Register your dog with the City of Des Moines and $20 gets you a pass, good through the end of the year, for all 3 Des Moines dog parks.

American Heart A. • December 14, 2011One lap around the park is just shy of half a mile so take a few laps and really admire all this amazing public art!

Amelia O. • August 14, 2012Get here 30 minutes before the show and you're guaranteed a great seat!

Joe S. • January 26, 2012This is where Meredith publications like Better Homes and Gardens shoot their flowery photography. The space is open to the public every Friday, May through September, from noon to 2 p.m.

Sara G. • April 12, 2010Has a disc golf course and bmx track. Also has a soap box derby track.

Jinx • March 10, 2014Andre tells me the Fillet Minion with sautéed mushrooms is great.

American Heart A. • December 14, 2011Don't just sit on the bench, push your kids on the swing, stroll around with your dog or play a game of catch.

Natalie S. • June 16, 2016Wonderful view of the sky line

Lindsey S. • November 10, 2010Be sure to check out the rose garden. It's the perfect spot for a wedding. That's where ours was!