Capitol Park
Des Moines
Visit Capitol Park
Popular places to visit
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.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. 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.
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Top hotels in Capitol Park
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
While in road trip stopped for the night very nice staff, good food comfy clean room.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Couldn’t fine a Coke machine
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Great room for the price, great location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Very nice room. Good breakfast options. Very efficient and friendly staff. Horrible parking lot with insufficient guest parking capacity! We got back to the hotel late following an event. Had to park outside on a street almost a block away. And it was raining. Build a parking ramp for your guests ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Very close to a wedding I attended. It was affordable. Updated. Pillows were nice. I slept well. Didn't stay for breakfast..
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Yes
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Park
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.
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 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market while you're in town.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
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.
Sherman Hill
When in Sherman Hill, you can plan a visit to Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
