Things to do in Des Moines (US)

Terrace Hill is the official residence of the governor of Iowa and a National Historic Landmark. Guided tours are offered Tuesdays-Saturdays at 10:30 am and 12:00 pm. ALL visitors are required to make a reservation for a Terrace Hill tour, and reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Reservations can be made by calling 515-281-7205. Admission $5 for Adults $2 for Children (Ages 6-12) FREE for Children ages 5 and under See Less

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South Des Moines Sculpture Park is most popular around 10 AM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Sundays.

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Ashfield Park is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 1,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

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Cheatom Park is most popular around 5 PM on Sundays. It's most quiet on Fridays.

Acres: 3.5 Amenities: Restrooms, Picnic Tables, Benches, Charcoal Grills, Drinking Fountain, Basketball Courts, Tennis Courts, Playground, and an Open Shelter.

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Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) is most popular around 1 PM on Fridays. It's most quiet on Mondays.

The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) is the largest public transit agency in Iowa. DART provides resources for those who vanpool, walk, or bike. These services connect thousands of people every day to jobs, school, medical appointments, entertainment and more. DART serves Altoona, Ankeny, Bondurant, Clive, Des Moines, Grimes, Johnston, Pleasant Hill, Polk County, Urbandale, West Des Moines and Windsor Heights.

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It's most quiet on Sundays.

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