North of Grand Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Adventureland

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Adventureland
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Iowa State Capitol Building

5/5(1 review)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

Iowa State Capitol Building
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Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Principal Park
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Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
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Living History Farms

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Living History Farms during your travels in Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Living History Farms
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Des Moines Art Center

Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.

Des Moines Art Center

Our pick of the best North of Grand Hotel Deals

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA
The price is AU$156 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$156
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
The price is AU$185 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$185
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,492 reviews)
"We love this hotel! I love having whirlpool bathtubs in my room as it is so relaxing!! It’s always clean, and my go-to place for a retreat!! We love it here"

Reviewed on 11 Nov. 2024

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is AU$120 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$120
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,352 reviews)
"great breakfast fast check in"

Reviewed on 10 Nov. 2024

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
2.5 out of 5
1785 11th Street NW, Altoona, IA
The price is AU$137 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
AU$137
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Altoona. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,553 reviews)
"The guy at the front desk was great. He was having to do multiple jobs at once but stayed polite and professional. The room was very nice and clean. The bed was comfortable but the pillows could use an upgrade."

Reviewed on 11 Nov. 2024

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is AU$246 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$246
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (826 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!!!"

Reviewed on 10 Nov. 2024

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is AU$213 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (858 reviews)
"The property is clean, has delicious food and the aesthetic is beautiful"

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Surety Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around North of Grand

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Woodland Heights

While Woodland Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Woodland Heights
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Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Des Moines Community Playhouse and Knapp Center.

Drake
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Waveland Park

If you're spending some time in Waveland Park, Des Moines Community Playhouse and Waveland Municipal Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Waveland Park
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Sherman Hill

When in Sherman Hill, you can plan a visit to Hoyt Sherman Place and 801 Grand, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sherman Hill
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Waterbury

While Waterbury may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Val Air Ballroom and Des Moines Art Center.

Waterbury
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Beaverdale

While Beaverdale isn't home to many top sights, Merle Hay Mall and Des Moines Community Playhouse are some notable places to visit nearby.

Beaverdale

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