Fun things to do in Des Moines (US)

Best and most fun things to do in Des Moines : Follow the crowd or avoid the queues by visiting the most popular attractions during the quiet hours as indicated below.

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Pappajohn Sculpture Park (Museum)
1330 Grand Ave
4.6

Pappajohn Sculpture Park is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 30 min here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Smokey Row Coffee (Coffee)
1910 Cottage Grove Ave
4.5

Smokey Row Coffee is most popular around 12 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay up to 1.5 hours here.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Tasty Tacos (Restaurant)
1400 E Grand Ave
4.6

Tasty Tacos is most popular around 12 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay up to 25 min here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Exile Brewing Company (Beer)
1514 Walnut St
4.5

Exile Brewing Company is most popular around 6 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Since opening our doors in 2012 our mission as been to create mind blowing experiences for everyone who steps through our doors. When you visit the brewpub you will be greeted with a menu that fuses food and beer. Each dish takes in to account which of our beers will enhance, compliment, and complete your meal. We look forward to seeing you for your next casual lunch, night out, or celebration of your next milestone.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Iowa State Capitol (Historical)
1007 E Grand Ave
4.8

Iowa State Capitol is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Fridays.

Visitors to the Capitol will go through a short health screening at the security checkpoint. It is recommended for visitors to wear a mask. The gift shop is not open. Daily tours are suspended for the time being. All tours must be scheduled in advance.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Francies (Bar)
2100 Wakonda View Dr
4.7

Francies is most popular around 6 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay up to 1.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

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