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Central Iowa Things to Do
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Discover the top activities, attractions, and experiences across Iowa. From outdoor adventures to local culture and hidden gems.
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Top Outdoor Spots

 
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Great for evening walk or a day trip for something free to do
Pappajohn Sculpture Park - Des Moines Art Center
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Looking for something to do on your summer Saturday Mornings!? Look no further! Come out and visit hundreds of vendors!
Downtown Farmers' Market in Des Moines, Iowa
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Beautiful trail!!
High Trestle Trail | Bike Trail | Travel Iowa
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This is a MUST SEE at night!
High Trestle Trail | What We Do - Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation
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Beautiful!
Homepage - Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - NEW
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Iowa Arboretum & Gardens | Celebrating Trees, Gardening ...
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The Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad is a heritage railroad located in Boone, Iowa, offering scenic train rides through the picturesque Des Moines River Valley.
Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad & James H. Andrew Railroad ...
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A must do!! Even if you have to travel!! Beautiful scenery!
Rail tours running in Boone, IA
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Local Fav Eats

 
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Delicious food! Try the scallop sauce 🥰
Ohana Steakhouse - West Des Moines, IA
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Pizza Delivery Des Moines & KC - NorthernLights Pizza
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If you’re a pasta lover, try Biaggi’s!
Italian Food Dining, Carryout, or Curbside in West Des Moines
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Brews and Booze

 
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Relaxing environment - great for meetings or a midday unwind
Smokey Row Coffee Co. | Good Coffee. Good People.
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Firetrucker Brewery is a beloved microbrewery located in Ankeny, Iowa, situated in the historic former Ankeny fire station at 716 SW 3rd Street.
Taproom | Firetrucker Brewery | Iowa
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Locally owned ❤️
Porch Light Coffeehouse: Home
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Parks and Recreation

 
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Adventureland Resort: Welcome to Adventureland
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Fun, drinks, and food!
Arcade, Sports Bar, and Restaurant near Des Moines
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Catch some pop flies with the Minor League Baseball Team - Iowa Cubs. Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cu
Principal Park | Cubs
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Adult entertainment park with great food & pickleball!
Smash Park West Des Moines - Smash Park Entertainment Group
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Run out some energy with your littles or enjoy a little stroll through the zoo for fresh air.
Blank Park Zoo: Conservation, Education & Recreation | Des Moines ...
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Jester Park - Polk County Iowa
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Bowling, arcade, hangout, and food - all in one! Budget friendly too!!
Perfect Games, Bowling, Laser Tag, Arcade - Home
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Laugh until you cry at Funny Bone with some comedy and fun
Funny Bone Comedy Club | Des Moines, IA
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Sweet Eats

 
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Donut Hut - Des Moines, IA
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Delicious cakes, cookies, and pastries! Must try :)
The Bake Shoppe - Des Moines Bakery, Cakes, Cookies and Pastries
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Good Day, DSM: Home
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