Pappajohn Sculpture Park Tours

Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
If you're a connoisseur of art, your vacation won't be complete without a stop at Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Take a drawing pad along for the journey and unleash your inner Warhol!

Pappajohn Sculpture Park is a worthwhile place to begin exploring Downtown Des Moines. This collection of precious artworks comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it's not the only spot to see here. Save time for other attractions like Iowa State Fairgrounds, Iowa State Capitol Building, and Blank Park Zoo to make the most of what's on offer in the area.

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

2.5 out of 5
per person
Jul 4 - Jul 7
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Des Moines (DSM)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Nice property and Dog friendly!

Reviewed on May 2, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3 out of 5
Downtown Des Moines
per person
Jul 4 - Jul 7
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Des Moines (DSM)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Just a great place to stay. To bad it won't be a hotel forever since it got bought out.

Reviewed on May 1, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

2.5 out of 5
per person
Jun 1 - Jun 7
found 21 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Des Moines (DSM)
9/10 Wonderful! (606 reviews)
Check inbwas smooth, rooms were clean. Beds and pillows were comfortable.

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
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Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
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3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
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Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3 out of 5
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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 out of 5
929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 out of 5
333 SW 11th St, Des Moines, IA
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Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
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Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 out of 5
700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
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