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Do More...Meet in Des Moines
Des Moines is a cosmopolitan city with small-town charm! It’s central location in the heart of the Midwest makes it accessible and an easy drive on I-35 and I-80. Greater Des Moines’ renaissance includes $2.85 billion in development with a new riverwalk, science center, central library designed by a world-class architect, 17,000-seat arena and 100,000 square foot exhibit hall.
Des Moines is also a great place to do business. Over 1,000 planners choose Greater Des Moines as their ideal location every year, and Forbes Magazine recently ranked Des Moines the Fourth Best Place for business and careers. Businesses operating in Des Moines include Principal Financial, Wells Fargo, Monsanto and Meredith Corporation.
Des Moines in the New York Times
The New York Times says “Des Moines is Cool,” and we think once you’ve stayed here you will too. In a Dec. 2 article, reporter Adam Nagourney writes about the changing face of downtown where old auto dealerships are now a five-block green parkland. “The park is the gateway to one of the more striking works of architecture in any medium-sized American city,” Nagourney writes, referring to the central library.
He also gives props to the East Village. He says, the East Village streets were “bustling with boutiques, bookstores, coffee shops, culinary stores and Smash, an edgy T-shirt shop,” while Lucca, a restaurant in the heart of the neighborhood “had more panache and better food” than many places in Washington, D.C.
Hotel Information
Airport Information
The Des Moines International Airport offers many services critical to Iowans. Commercial airlines provide nonstop service to many airports and one-stop connections to the world.
Des Moines International Airport
Taxi Services
There are several taxi services in Greater Des Moines. Click on one of the following links for more information.
(515) 282-8111
Service provided 24/7/365 from the Des Moines Airport. Rate estimate for the Des Moines Marriott: $11-13
(515) 243-1111
Service provided 24/7/365 to all lo
cations in Des Moines and the surrounding suburbs.
Skywalk System
Our downtown 4-mile, climate-controlled skywalk system is the largest, per capita, in the world. Find your way around Des Moines in rain or shine! Click here for more information.
Parking
There are many parking garages located downtown for your convenience. Free parking is available at city parking ramps on Saturday and Sunday. Evening parking (weekdays) after 4 p.m. varies from $3.25 to $4. All garage prices listed below are for 24-hour increments. Click here for more information and parking rates.
Do More...Dine in Des Moines
Greater Des Moines has a variety of restaurants to tempt your taste buds. Familiar chain restaurants will ensure you find exactly what you want, while venues unique to the Des Moines area will let you experience delicious cuisine you never thought you’d find here. Click here for a complete list of restaurants.
Do More...Play in Des Moines
Greater Des Moines is a diverse, family-friendly cosmopolitan area. From viewing exhibits at the Des Moines Art Center to experimenting at the Science Center of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theater and touring the Iowa State Capitol, you’ll find plenty to do! Click here for just a few of the attractions we have to offer.
Do More...Save in Des Moines
For coupons to CVB member businesses, including restaurants and attractions, please click here.
Do More...Ride in Des Moines
A new shuttle service connecting the Capitol Complex and Western Gateway is free to ride for all visitors in the downtown area. The "D-Line" runs from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Stops are posted at each block along the route with the shuttle picking up or dropping off as needed. Click here for a route map of the D-Line.
If you have any questions or concerns about your stay in Des Moines, please contact the Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau at (800) 451-2625.
