What is Des Moines like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been searching for the ideal family-friendly place for a holiday, you may want to consider Des Moines. Here you'll find various types of family activities sure to appeal to both kids and parents alike. From sporting events to the live music, Des Moines has lots of things to see and do that everyone will enjoy. Spend a day visiting attractions such as Des Moines Civic Center, Wooly's and Hy Vee Hall. When you're ready to relax after a day of sightseeing with the family, Des Moines has a variety of places to stay, such as family hotels with pools and hotels with suites for families. We have 13 Des Moines family hotels, the right one is waiting for you!
What should I see and do with kids in and around Des Moines?
You'll find that Des Moines and the surrounding area offers many entertaining things to do while you're visiting the area with the family. Here are some ideas to make your getaway both memorable and educational:
- Parks
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- Science Center of Iowa
- Des Moines Art Center
- World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Wooly's
- Hy Vee Hall
Museums & art galleries
Sights & landmarks
- Shopping
- Merle Hay Mall
- Southridge Mall
- Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market