Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Des Moines

Name: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Address: 909 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, 50309-2897, United States
Telephone: +1 515-323-6290

#9 among attractions in Des Moines

Botanical garden, Park, Relax in park, Garden, More...

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Facts and practical information

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is a 14-acre botanical garden located near downtown Des Moines, Iowa, United States, on the east bank of the Des Moines River and north of I-235. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 801 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°35'48"N, 93°36'50"W

Address

909 Robert D Ray DrCapitol ParkDes Moines 50309-2897 United States

Contact

+1 515-323-6290

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Day trips

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Iowa State Capitol, Principal Park, Wells Fargo Arena, HUB Tower.

0.6 miSE
Museum, History museum
Iowa State Capitol, Des Moines
17 min walk • The Iowa State Capitol, a commanding presence in the city of Des Moines, stands as a beacon of history and governance in the Hawkeye State. This architectural masterpiece, crowned by a resplendent 23-carat gold leaf dome, is not only the seat of the Iowa General...
1.2 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Principal Park, Des Moines
30 min walk • Principal Park, formerly Sec Taylor Stadium, is a minor league baseball stadium in Des Moines, Iowa. It is the home field of the International League's Iowa Cubs.
0.5 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
13 min walk • Wells Fargo Arena is a multi-purpose arena in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. Part of the Iowa Events Center, the arena opened on July 12, 2005, at a cost of $117 million.
1 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
HUB Tower, Des Moines
25 min walk • The HUB Tower is a high-rise office building located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, United States. The building rises 25 floors and 325 feet in height. It is tied with the EMC Insurance Building for the title of the 6th-tallest building in the city.
1 miSW
Shopping, Department store
Younker Brothers Department Store, Des Moines
26 min walk • The Younker Brothers Department Store is a historic building located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010.
0.5 miS
City hall
Des Moines City Hall, Des Moines
15 min walk • The Des Moines City Hall is a government building in Des Moines, Iowa, built in 1909 and 1910. It was individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 10, 1977 as the Municipal Building, and became a contributing property in the Civic Center Historic District in 1988.
0.8 miS
Bridge
Court Avenue Bridge, Des Moines
20 min walk • The Court Avenue Bridge is an historic structure located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, United States. It became a contributing property in the Civic Center Historic District in 1988, and was individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 15, 1998 as a part of the Highway Bridges of Iowa MPS.
0.5 miSW
Convention center
Iowa Events Center, Des Moines
14 min walk • The Iowa Events Center is a public events complex located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, United States.
0.7 miSW
Event space, Convention center, Historical place
Scottish Rite Consistory Building, Des Moines
19 min walk • The Scottish Rite Consistory Building in Des Moines, Iowa was built during 1926–1927. It is a late date example of Neo-Classical style architecture, designed by Roland Harrison, a partner in the Des Moines architectural firm of Wetherell and Harrison.
0.7 miS
41°35'15"N • 93°37'8"W
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Des Moines
18 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Office
0.7 miSW
Civic center, Theater, Concert hall
Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, Des Moines
19 min walk • The Des Moines Civic Center is a 2,744-seat performing arts center belonging to Des Moines Performing Arts located in Des Moines, Iowa. It has been Iowa's largest theater since it opened on June 10, 1979, and is used for concerts, Broadway shows, ballets, and other special events.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden open?

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden?

Nearby attractions include Veneman's Bungalow Court Historic District, Des Moines (12 min walk), Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines (13 min walk), Teachout Building, Des Moines (13 min walk), Iowa Events Center, Des Moines (14 min walk).

How to get to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden by public transport?

The nearest stations to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden:

Bus

E Grand Ave / E 4th St • Lines: 1, 4, D-Line (12 min walk)
Pennsylvania Ave / E Grand Ave • Lines: D-Line (13 min walk)