Greater South Side, IA
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.
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. 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 acclaimed theater scene 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.
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.
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
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Other neighborhoods around Greater South Side
Court District
Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while in the area.
Millman
While there might not be top attractions in Millman, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Water Works Park and Gray’s Lake Park.
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.
Sherman Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sherman Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
Historic East Village
Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Iowa State Capitol Building and Wooly's while you're in town.
North of Grand
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North of Grand and surrounding area, you can visit Des Moines Art Center and Salisbury House.
More to Explore
- Gray’s Lake Park
- Drake University
- Adventureland
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Wells Fargo Arena
- Blank Park Zoo
- Hy Vee Hall
- Iowa Events Center
- Principal Park
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Des Moines Art Center
- Living History Farms
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Val Air Ballroom
- Saylorville Lake
- Merle Hay Mall
- West Glen Town Center
- Raccoon River Park
- Science Center of Iowa
- Des Moines Area Community College
- 801 Grand
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- Valley Junction
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park
- Simpson College