A sports entertainment complex offering an inclusive, high-tech golf game that everyone can enjoy. Experience hitting golf balls at giant targets, all tracked by Toptracer technology for real-time feedback and scoring. The bays are equipped with cooling fans for the summer ensuring comfort.
The Market takes place every Saturday, May through October, from 8 a.m. – Noon in the Historic Court District in Downtown Des Moines. It supports hundreds of vendors from across the state of Iowa who offer locally grown produce, seasonal flowers, farm fresh eggs and cheese, fresh baked goods, locally produced wine, Iowa-raised meat and more.
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. Open Daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $20 adults, $15 children.
Reputed for its huge collection of the Midwests ornamental and native plants, this 14-acre center bordering the Des Moines River features a domed conservatory that houses over 1000 varieties of exotic plants from throughout the world. The center also has an impressive herb garden, tropical and desert plants, and one of the best bonsai collections in the U.S.
The Iowa State Capitol and its golden dome have stood as a shining symbol of Iowa government and politics since its completion in 1886. The Capitol welcomed nearly 78,000 visitors from across the state, nation, and world last year. Formal and self-guided tours are available at no charge.
The Iowa State Capitol is open Monday through Saturday for self guided tours or guided tours for groups of 10 or more.
