Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in West Des Moines March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [West Des Moines Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Des-Moines.dx7697)[Hotels in West Des Moines](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Des-Moines-Hotels.d7697.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[West Des Moines Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-West-Des-Moines.d7697.Car-Hire-Guide)[West Des Moines Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Des-Moines.d7697.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in West Des Moines, IA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit West Des Moines Types of activities [West Des Moines travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Des-Moines.dx7697) ![West Des Moines which includes modern architecture, shopping and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7697/d2e31fe7-6853-4c80-9e22-2f78f24470cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![West Des Moines featuring shopping and interior views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7697/1cf008ef-fb7e-401b-b705-640ca1961cb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![West Des Moines which includes a water park and a pool as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7697/23bdc65e-cf1d-4999-a24a-52dd916c3a20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![West Des Moines featuring a waterfall and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7697/76f59f4f-e7f0-47d1-8d5a-ac9c66c29953.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![West Des Moines featuring a garden and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7697/043c355e-5f6d-4f03-a75c-e2b2fd41cfc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## West Des Moines Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that West Des Moines has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to West Des Moines, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to West Des Moines with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in West Des Moines West Des Moines is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in West Des Moines, and make it a breeze to explore West Des Moines and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in West Des Moines to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in West Des Moines | Number of things to do | 4 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Astounding Art Walk in Des Moines Experience](/things-to-do/des-moines-art-walk-experience.a50771272.activity-details): £12 | | Top 5 things to do | [Des Moines Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Tour](/things-to-do/des-moines-scavenger-hunt-interactive-walking-tour.a51150212.activity-details)[The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/the-deadly-dirge-of-des-moines-ghost-tour.a52255909.activity-details)[Astounding Art Walk in Des Moines Experience](/things-to-do/des-moines-art-walk-experience.a50771272.activity-details)[An Epic Scavenger Hunt : Adventures in Des Moines](/things-to-do/des-moines-scavenger-hunt-adventures-in-city-centre-des-moines.a50885946.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Des Moines Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Tour](/things-to-do/des-moines-scavenger-hunt-interactive-walking-tour.a51150212.activity-details)[The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/the-deadly-dirge-of-des-moines-ghost-tour.a52255909.activity-details)[Astounding Art Walk in Des Moines Experience](/things-to-do/des-moines-art-walk-experience.a50771272.activity-details)[An Epic Scavenger Hunt : Adventures in Des Moines](/things-to-do/des-moines-scavenger-hunt-adventures-in-city-centre-des-moines.a50885946.activity-details) | | With kids | [The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/the-deadly-dirge-of-des-moines-ghost-tour.a52255909.activity-details)[Astounding Art Walk in Des Moines Experience](/things-to-do/des-moines-art-walk-experience.a50771272.activity-details)[An Epic Scavenger Hunt : Adventures in Des Moines](/things-to-do/des-moines-scavenger-hunt-adventures-in-city-centre-des-moines.a50885946.activity-details) | ## What to do in West Des Moines --- ### Popular places to visit ![#foodiefinds The best Avocado salad!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7697/fe78d7ee-0a03-4f79-8969-84173b479d67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jordan-Creek-Town-Center-Des-Moines.d6075052.Attraction) ![Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075034/2051c68f-71ac-45d5-9669-f8a38d0018a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iowa State Fairgrounds 5/5(1 review) Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-State-Fairgrounds-Des-Moines.d6075034.Attraction) ![The City Of Des Moines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182643/5f25345e-4b87-46c8-a453-6ece959e8868.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-Events-Center-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6182643.Attraction) ![Iowa State Capitol Building featuring a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075016/f301caa2-002c-4d78-bd31-24a2e8360fe6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iowa State Capitol Building 5/5(1 review) A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-State-Capitol-Building-Des-Moines.d6075016.Attraction) ![Brigde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1065/bf0fc404-b96d-4cee-84a6-d2fcd1a79508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Principal Park Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Principal-Park-Des-Moines.d6075046.Attraction) ![Des Moines Botanical Center showing interior views and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075032/cc0896fb-76c4-4824-9003-88ec120cc7e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 5/5(1 review) Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Greater-Des-Moines-Botanical-Garden-Des-Moines.d6075032.Attraction) #### Casey's Center Catch an event at Casey's Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wells-Fargo-Arena-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6075036.Attraction) #### Adventureland Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Adventureland-Des-Moines.d6075042.Attraction) #### Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino 3/5(1 review) Why not roll the dice with a visit to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino during your travels in Altoona? Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Prairie-Meadows-Racetrack-And-Casino-Des-Moines.d6186948.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from West Des Moines ![Des Moines which includes a city, a high-rise building and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/7c67a49b-56a0-4396-a946-15d53266daab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Des Moines ## Frequently asked questions ### Is West Des Moines worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in West Des Moines? ### What is the top tourist attraction in West Des Moines? ### Is three days enough to stay in West Des Moines? ### What are some activities to do in West Des Moines with kids? > - [The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-deadly-dirge-of-des-moines-ghost-tour.a52255909.activity-details) > - [Astounding Art Walk in Des Moines Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/des-moines-art-walk-experience.a50771272.activity-details) > - [An Epic Scavenger Hunt : Adventures in Des Moines](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/des-moines-scavenger-hunt-adventures-in-city-centre-des-moines.a50885946.activity-details) ### What to do in West Des Moines for adults? ### Are there free things to do in West Des Moines? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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