Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Located in the middle of downtown Des Moines, the Botanical Garden is the perfect activity for those looking for a low key day outing that involves a bit of walking.
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Types:
- Outdoor park
Blank Park Zoo
The 25 acre Blank Park Zoo is a favorite for adults and kids alike. Located right near the historic Fort Des Moines, the zoo is about a 15 minute drive from many of our hotels listed for Des Moines.
Types:
- Zoo
Brenton Skating Plaza
Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines along the Principal Riverwalk, the open-air Brenton Skating Plaza is the perfect place to enjoy the chilly months of November through early March.
Types:
- Ice Skating
Des Moines Disc Golf
Combine frisbee and golf and you get disc golf--a great way to spend some time outdoors and it's easy to do. Multiple disc golf courses are located throughout Des Moines so check the website for more information.
Types:
- Disc Golf
Lauridsen Skatepark
Whoa. This is one BIG skatepark!
Types:
- Mountain Biking
- Outdoor park
- Skateboarding
- Skating