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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. Today the revitalised capital city and cultural centre of Iowa is a versatile destination that everyone will enjoy. Culture and art enthusiasts can roam through the Des Moines Art Center, spend the weekend museum-hopping or attend a Broadway-calibre performance at the Civic Center. Golfers can spend their time and energy teeing up at any of the area's... 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. Today the revitalised capital city and cultural centre of Iowa is a versatile destination that everyone will enjoy. Culture and art enthusiasts can roam through the Des Moines Art Center, spend the weekend museum-hopping or attend a Broadway-calibre 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 savour the fantastic blooms at the Botanical Center and the Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. Enjoy Des Moines' variety and sample all this "big city with a small town heart" has to offer. « less

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“Really great!”

Centro Restaurant

5 of 5 stars
LovesThisCity
Lakewood, Ohio
19 Nov 2009

I was traveling on business when a local recommended I hit up Centro for dinner. What a wonderful surprise! The menu was extensive and contained a wide-variety of oh-so-delicious items. The wine list...more

“The quality you expect from a Renaissance Hotel”

Renaissance Savery Hotel

4 of 5 stars
LovesThisCity
Lakewood, Ohio
19 Nov 2009

I recently stayed at the Renaissance Savery Hotel in Des Moines, Iowa. I'm a big fan of Renaissance hotels and was overall very happy with my experience in Iowa. Great location. I will say, however,...more

“Great Downtown Location”

Hotel Fort des Moines

4 of 5 stars
jkkelly230Clearwater
Clearwater
17 Nov 2009

This historic hotel is set to close down from restorations in March of 2010. The hotel was purchased by Hilton. This hotel is not the same old cookie cutter hotel chain, but rather offers a nice...more

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