Best parks and nature in Des Moines (US)

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Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (Botanical garden)
909 Robert D. Ray Dr
4.7



The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is a vibrant 12-acre public garden and event venue in the heart of downtown Des Moines. With stunning indoor and outdoor gardens, engaging programing, and unique special events, the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden offers memorable experiences all year long in an always friendly climate. Explore, discover and connect in a space where you can Find Your True Nature™.

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Gray's Lake Park (Park)
2101 Fleur Dr
4.7

Gray's Lake Park is most popular around 2 PM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay up to 45 min here. It's most quiet on Thursdays.

Gray's Lake Park is the centerpiece of the Des Moines Park system, with 1 million visitors a year.

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Ewing Park (Park)
5300 Indianola Ave
4.6

Ewing Park is most popular around 2 PM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay up to 1 hour here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

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Robert D. Ray Asian Garden (Park)
909 Robert D. Ray Dr
4.5

Robert D. Ray Asian Garden is most popular around 4 PM on Tuesdays. Visitors usually stay up to 30 min here. It's most quiet on Thursdays.

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MacRae Park (Park)
1021 Davis Ave
4.4

MacRae Park is most popular around 2 PM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay up to 45 min here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

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Pete Crivaro Park (Park)
1105 E Railroad Ave
4.3

Pete Crivaro Park is most popular around 3 PM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay up to 45 min here. It's most quiet on Fridays.

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