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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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“Really great!”

Centro Restaurant

5 of 5 stars
LovesThisCity
Lakewood, Ohio
Nov 19, 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
Nov 19, 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
Nov 17, 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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