Travel to lively Iowa
Take a holiday to Iowa and enjoy the area's live music, festivals and theatre scene. This city's sporting events, shopping and restaurants draw many visitors. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Iowa
Do you want to find things to do in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Iowa a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Grand View Golf Course (2.9 mi / 4.7 km)
- Copper Creek Golf Course (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- Blank Park Zoo (5 mi / 8.1 km)
- Adventureland (7 mi / 11.2 km)
- Des Moines Golf & Country Club (11.1 mi / 17.8 km)
- Summerset Winery (11.8 mi / 18.9 km)
Exploring the natural features in Iowa
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Iowa is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge (0.7 mi / 1.2 km)
- Pappajohn Sculpture Park (1.5 mi / 2.5 km)
- John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park (1.6 mi / 2.6 km)
- Gray’s Lake Park (2.6 mi / 4.2 km)
- Sleepy Hollow Sports Park (3.7 mi / 5.9 km)
Transport options to and around Iowa
Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), the closest airport, located 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from the city centre.
If you're travelling by train, Osceola Station, Creston Station and Ottumwa Station are the main stations in the area.