Centrally located in Downtown Des Moines, SCI's hands-on exhibits, special-format theaters and unique programming attract Iowans and distant visitors. Through daily visitors, a statewide educational outreach program and the NAEYC-accredited SCI Preschool, the Science Center of Iowa serves more than 300,000 people annually.

Blank Park Zoo is a 49-acre zoological park on the south side of Des Moines, Iowa, United States, near historic Fort Des Moines. The zoo is a member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and is the only accredited zoo in Iowa.

Accessible Playground with 2 Toddler Bucket Swings, Beach, Boat Rental, Bike Rental, Concessions, Boat Ramp, Walking Path/Bike Trail, Restrooms, Parking Lots and Open Space.

The Downtown Farmers’ Market presented by UnityPoint Health – Des Moines supports farmers, growers and artisan food entrepreneurs from all around the state of Iowa. The Market offers a variety of attractions and activities including shopping for fresh produce, eggs, meats and more.

The Saturday season of the Downtown Farmers’ Market every Saturday, May 4 – Oct. 26.

Outlets of Des Moines is a truly distinctive shopping destination in Altoona, Iowa, featuring some of the nations best brand names.

Jordan Creek Town Center offers you a retail experience new to the state. Explore a new way to shop in this giant lifestyle center that’s filled with a collection of upscale brand names in a park-like atmosphere complete with a lakefront boardwalk and a 20-screen movie theater.

Large sports & recreation venue with athletic fields, a swimming beach, fishing pier & nature trail.

Large sports & entertainment spot featuring indoor/outdoor games, American pub grub & a full bar.

At Spare Time, you can eat, bowl, and play arcade games, laser tag, escape rooms, and more — we are your complete entertainment facility.

Putts & Pins, an upscale miniature golf and duckpin bowling restaurant, opened recently in a new building near Jordan Creek Town Center.

Dine in movie theater in Waukee, a suburb of Des Moines, IA.