Woodland Heights Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Adventureland

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
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

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
Principal Park

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
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a garden and interior views

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
Living History Farms

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

Jordan Creek Town Center

5/5(1 review)

You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Jordan Creek Town Center

Our pick of the best Woodland Heights Hotel Deals

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Des Moines
The price is AU$1,190 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$1,190
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a pool table. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
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"Worked great for us. Plenty of beds for everyone, held a couple day meeting. Close to restaurants and easy to get too."

Reviewed on 4 Oct. 2024

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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$158 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,003 reviews)
Good place to stay
"Clean room, comfortable bed and friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 20 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$205 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$205
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 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! (1,499 reviews)
"Asked for extra blanket. Said they would bring one. Never showed up!"

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is AU$141 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$141
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (871 reviews)
Perfect stay
"Very clean and stylish, the room was perfect, the restaurant had excellent food and cocktails, and the staff were all super helpful and friendly. Will absolutely stay again next time I’m in town."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Surety Hotel
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$192 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$192
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 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! (833 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Charming, clean, close to everything. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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$139 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,556 reviews)
"Nice staff and great breakfast"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
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Other neighbourhoods around Woodland Heights

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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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North of Grand

North of Grand might not have many top sights, but Des Moines Art Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North of Grand
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Drake

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

Drake
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city

Downtown Des Moines

4/5(1 area review)

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

Downtown Des Moines
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Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

Court District
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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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