Location: Des Moines
Top Things to do in Des Moines
The 10 Best Shopping in Des Moines, Iowa (IA)
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.
Restaurants in Des Moines
1. Fitness Sports
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
2. Polk County Heritage Gallery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Light The Earth
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By LittlePaint - Urbandale, United States
I've been a fan of their work since they were in Valley Junction and at the Downtown Des Moines Farmer's Market. But their new showroom at Mainframe Studios on Keosauqua Way is absolutely amazing! Their primary creations are oil lamps made from natural stone, but they now also showcase stone sculptures & scarves designed from microscopic images of stone. Many of the studio's furnishings were created by other talented artists found at Mainframe Studios and are the perfect backdrop for their work. Light the Earth is a must see stop when seeing art in Des Moines... As is Mainframe Studios with its 40 or so studios. Check their website for hours, open houses, and special events.
4. Downtown Farmers Market
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4.5 based on 415 reviews
Reviewed By flyingsquirrels - Des Moines, United States
We have been coming to this farmers market for years - and I remember how Jaw-dropping it was the first time I went! It’s huge and so much fun! Everything you can imagine and more - all the farm fresh fruits and vegetables you can imagine, home baked goodies like fruit tarts, huge cinnamon rolls, cakes, and cookies. Honey, salsas, wine, crafts vendors, flowers and plants, live music, doesn’t town bars and restaurants, and don’t forget all the breakfast food trucks! Popcorn, coffee stands, balloon animals, ethnic foods, spices, jellies... so much of everything! You have to experience this!
5. West End Architectural Salvage
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4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By kathleentO5277OC - Winner, United States
Oh what fun! My girlfriends and I had a great time here. Some had coffee. I preferred to start my day with a mimosa... and then add many floors of antique shopping. A perfect shopping opportunity!
6. Brass Armadillo Antique Mall
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
With more than 450 antique and collectible dealers under one roof, we have something for everyone. You can furnish every room in the house, or simply add to your collection when you shop at the Des Moines, IA Brass Armadillo Antique Mall.
Reviewed By RonaldR868 - Blanchester, United States
Although it’s a little difficult to get to, it’s quick right off the interstate. Plenty of cases and hundreds of booths to look through. Found a great selection of historic pieces and many hidden treasures. Spent some time in this as we traveled through. Worth stopping into while searching for treasure.
7. John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
8. Ichi Bike
9. Celebrity International Clothing & Food Store
Celebrity International Clothing & Food Store, in Des Moines, IA, is the leading African goods store serving Polk County, and surrounding areas since 2018. We offer men's and women's African apparel, beauty and skincare products, African grocery items, and much more. For more information, visit Celebrity International Clothing & Food Store in Des Moines today!
10. The Dark Slide
The Dark Slide, in Des Moines, IA, is the leading skateboard shop serving Polk, Dubuque, Jones, Boone, Scott, Jasper and Marshall counties since 2005. We offer skateboards, t-shirts, skateboard wheels and trucks, vinyl records, shoes, and much more. For more information, visit The Dark Slide in Des Moines.
