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Ten years ago Des Moines almost literally sank. The flood of 1993 caused significant damage to the downtown area as well as the local economy. What a difference a decade makes. Today the capital city and cultural center of Iowa is revitalized. A versatile destination everyone will enjoy, Des Moines has an itinerary for almost every interest. Culture and art enthusiasts may want to roam through the Des Moines Art Center, spend the weekend museum-hopping or attend a Broadway-caliber performance... more » Ten years ago Des Moines almost literally sank. The flood of 1993 caused significant damage to the downtown area as well as the local economy. What a difference a decade makes. Today the capital city and cultural center of Iowa is revitalized. A versatile destination everyone will enjoy, Des Moines has an itinerary for almost every interest. Culture and art enthusiasts may want to roam through the Des Moines Art Center, spend the weekend museum-hopping or attend a Broadway-caliber performance at the Civic Center. Golfers can spend their time and energy teeing up at any of the area's fine championship courses. The Blank Park Zoo and the Iowa State Fairgrounds should be on the list for families. And gardeners will savor the fantastic blooms at the Botanical Center and the Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. Mix it up a little and sample all this "big city with a small town heart" has to offer. « less

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“Good family amusement park”

Adventureland

4 of 5 stars
readittoday
Burlington, IA
Jul 25, 2008

We've been coming to Adventureland USA with our children for every year since 2002. This is a great park for families as it has enough rides to satisfy everyone, and the rides are evenly sprinkled...more

“Poor Experience at a Normally Great Property”

Renaissance Savery Hotel

2 of 5 stars
wisnjc
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Jul 24, 2008

I've previously stayed at the Renaissance Savery, and was looking forward to feeling pampered during my most recent stay. However, we encountered numerous problems which drastically lowered my...more

“First Time There, Will Go Back”

Renaissance Savery Hotel

5 of 5 stars
Kristopher_C
Chicago (Oak Park), IL
Jul 21, 2008

This was my first trip to Des Moines - normally, I stop in St. Louis on my way to and from my hometown or Oklahoma City and where I live now in Chicago. But, this time I decided to mix it up and...more

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Update on Downtown Court Ave. Area? July 05, 2008, 2 replies
2008 State Fair July 04, 2008, 7 replies
short time to check out the area June 19, 2008, 12 replies
IOWA's Asian Heritage Festival May 12, 2008, no replies
Ideas for things to do for a group in their 20s June 18, 2008, 2 replies
West Des Moines - Mexican Restaurants June 13, 2008, 22 replies
April Weekend in Des Moines - Gray's Lake? Other ideas? April 21, 2008, 7 replies
Issues with Butler on Grand...any other recs? April 19, 2008, 1 reply
DSM airport hotel April 29, 2008, 2 replies
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