Iowa State Fairgrounds

Reviews of Iowa State Fairgrounds

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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" "4 - Good 29.52029520295203%
3 - Okay
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" "3 - Okay 8.85608856088561%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 20, 2019

Excellent experience. Highly recommend.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 18, 2019

It was convenient to the fair shuttle parking areas. Many choices of restaurants. Easy access to Target, Walmart,Walgreens. Close to a Caribou Coffee.

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Iowa State Capitol Building

4.5/5(194 reviews)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

Iowa State Capitol Building
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State Historical Museum of Iowa

Learn about early settlement and battles as well as bicycle races and the movie industry in this museum in Iowa’s state capital.

State Historical Museum of Iowa
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Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

4.5/5(115 reviews)

Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
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Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge
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Principal Park

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Principal Park
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Sky Glider East

You can take time to visit Sky Glider East during your travels to Des Moines. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

Sky Glider East

Best Lodging Options Near Iowa State Fairgrounds

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 out of 5
120 Sw Water St, Des Moines, IA
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
435 Park Street, Des Moines, IA
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
201 E. Locust Street, Des Moines, IA
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel
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