Catch Des Moines
Free Things to Do in Greater Des Moines
Catch Des Moines
Enjoy the view at High Trestle Trail
Catch Des Moines
Take a free tour at the Iowa State Capitol
Catch Des Moines
Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park
4700 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
In Greater Des Moines, we pride ourselves in being affordable (and fun!) no matter what activity you choose to do. There are a whole host of ways to experience Des Moines without spending a dime...or at least, less dimes than you’d spend in other cities. The Des Moines Art Center boasts outstanding exhibitions and an important collection with a major emphasis on contemporary art. The collection is housed in three striking buildings, each designed by a world-renowned architect.
Ankeny, IA
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
The picture-worthy High Trestle Trail stretched 25 miles through five Iowa towns. Named one of the world's "Eight Amazing Footbridges," thanks to 130-foot-tall bridge with 43 twisting steel ribs that glow blue at night.
1007 E Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
Monday:
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
This Iowa State Capitol is the only 5-domed capitol in the U.S., with 23-karat gold plated dome. The law library is a must-see. They offer free and self-guided tours.
1330 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA
Monday:
6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday:
6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday:
6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday:
6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday:
6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday:
6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday:
6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Spend a sunny day picnicking in the 4.4-acre park with more than 30 world-class sculptures. The Nomade sculpture is the most selfied spot in the state!