Places worth the detour in Des Moines

8 places worth going out of your way for lie within 12 km of Des Moines, United States, across 5 kinds of detour; churches, temples & shrines are the largest group (2). Best known: Iowa State Capitol. 8 of them rank as little-known. Click any card to open it on the map.

Sacred sites2 Built landmarks2 Museums & culture2 Parks & cemeteries1 Fun & leisure1

All 8, ranked 8

Ranked by how many Wikipedia editions cover them.

1.Iowa State Capitol

Museums & culture · 19th century · Hidden gem

State capitol building of the U.S. state of Iowa

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2.Basilica of St. John, Des Moines

Sacred sites · 20th century · Hidden gem

Church in Iowa, United States

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3.St. Ambrose Cathedral

Sacred sites · 20th century · Hidden gem

Church in Iowa, United States

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4.Des Moines Art Center

Museums & culture · 20th century · Hidden gem

Art museum in Des Moines, Iowa

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5.Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Built landmarks · Hidden gem

Sculpture Park in Des Moines, Iowa

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6.Blank Park Zoo

Fun & leisure · 20th century · Hidden gem

Non-profit organization in the USA

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7.Des Moines Botanical Center

Parks & cemeteries · 20th century · Hidden gem

Botanical garden in downtown Des Moines

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8.Allen Hazen Water Tower

Built landmarks · 20th century · Hidden gem

Water tower in Des Moines, Iowa

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