Downtown Des Moines Hotels near Ruan Center

Western Gateway Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Des Moines.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to 801 Grand – just one of the monuments in Downtown Des Moines. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the art galleries in the area.

Polk County Courthouse is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Des Moines.

If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Temple Theater in Downtown Des Moines. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Hoyt Sherman Place is just a short walk away.

Des Moines Public Library is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Des Moines.

Iowa Hall of Pride is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Des Moines.

Des Moines Civic Center is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Des Moines.

If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market in Downtown Des Moines and take in the atmosphere.