Greater South Side
Des Moines
Visit Greater South Side
Popular places to visit
Gray’s Lake Park
Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.
Jordan Creek Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening in Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Top hotels in Greater South Side
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
I took shuttle to and from airport and had to leave for an early flight before breakfast The hotel showed signs of a bit or wear and tear. The room was, clean, and comfortable and the desk clerk was extremely helpful. She arranged 4 am shuttle pick up and I was, per my request given an accessible ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Yes, both were good.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
The premises were very clean. And the staff is always helpful. However, the air conditioning did not work resulting in a miserable night's sleep. I mentioned it at checkout, and the desk attendant made a comment that like this is a common issue. Hopefully they will correct this soon.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Breakfast would be better with bacon.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
I love staying at this hotel because of the closest to the airport. But seems the last few times that I’ve stayed here. I always get stuck in the rear part of the building.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was beautiful but sadly there wasn't a microwave. It was really clean and the bed was extremely comfortable!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Greater South Side
Grays Lake
While Grays Lake isn't home to many top sights, Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater are some notable places to visit nearby.
Watrous South
While there might not be top attractions in Watrous South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blank Park Zoo and A. H. Blank Golf Course.
Indianola Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indianola Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Southwestern Hills
Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
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.
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.
