DES MOINES.

Take a ride to Altoona, the entertainment capital of Central Iowa, attracting more than 4 million visitors each year. Whether you’re looking for thrill rides or chill vibes, Altoona is where you’ll hit the jackpot!

The fastest growing city in the state, Ankeny is a conglomeration of all that’s good about the region. Explore the outdoors on the High Trestle Trail, shop and eat at The District at Prairie Trail, and take in the Main Street charm of Uptown Ankeny.

Come for one of the best tenderloins in the region at Brick Street Market, stay for dessert at Home Slice Handmade Pies, and an after-dinner drink at Reclaimed Rails Brewing.

Take the scenic route to Clive, where you’ll find goats, a Greenbelt, and a menu of underrated dining options that are anything but ordinary. Greater Des Moines has something for everyone and is filled with communities worth shouting about!

Climbing walls, old-school ice cream, forward-thinking coffee, and soon, the largest multi-turf sports complex in the Midwest, highlight this delightful northwest suburb.

A world class opera. A picturesque balloon festival. A beautiful college campus. A town square rife with hidden gems. Located just south of the Capital City, Indianola checks all the boxes for day trips, weekend getaways and year-round fun.

Explore Johnston’s new Town Center, with its’ greenspaces, a splash pad for the kids, a brewery arcade and wine bar for mom and dad, and in the winter, a synthetic ice rink for the whole family. 

It’s not just pleasant...it’s awesome! Head east to Pleasant Hill, home to an epic Renaissance Fair, picturesque golf, and a sports park that’s anything but sleepy. Greater Des Moines has something for everyone and is filled with communities worth shouting about!

Picturesque is the best word to describe this quaint suburb, from its Rockwell-esque town square to must-see outdoors outposts like Jester Park, Saylorville Lake, and the gorgeous Tournament Club of Iowa golf course.

Some would argue that West Des Moines is the best Des Moines. There’s no arguing that it’s the region’s premier shopping destination, from the epic Jordan Creek Town Center to the charming Historic Valley Junction neighborhood.

Small but mighty, Windsor Heights boasts restaurants like Little Brother, Gilroy’s, and Puerto Rican Restaurant, making it fit for foodies. After dinner, walk it off at Colby Park, where the kids can play a series of outdoor musical instruments at the Harmony Park area.

Home to a thriving arts scene, big name concerts at Wells Fargo Arena, minor league teams like the Iowa Cubs, iconic events like the Downtown Farmers’ Market and Iowa State Fair, and hip, walkable neighborhoods like the Historic Court Avenue District and Historic East Village, Des Moines combines big city vibes with Iowa Nice attitude.