Des Moines Visitor Guide
What's on, where to eat, where to sleep and how to get around, pulled from the same listings as the rest of the site. Start with all events if you already know what you're after, or pick your dates to see what's on each day you're here.
This weekend
Open now
Worked out from each restaurant's posted hours in Central time, so it changes through the day.
Restaurants open right nowWhere to stay
Downtown puts you on the skywalk and within walking distance of most venues. West Des Moines is closer to Jordan Creek and Valley Junction.
- AC Hotel by Marriott Des Moines East Village
Downtown - Typically about $189/night; rates change by date
- Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown - Typically about $179/night; rates change by date
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown - Typically about $169/night; rates change by date
Getting here and around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is on the south side of the city, 4.2 mi straight line from downtown; the drive is longer. Parking, the skywalk, DART fares and bike share are on one page; fares carry their source and check date.
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