Theme for Day 1
East Village Art & Downtown Eats
A relaxed day exploring Des Moines’ cultural core: modern sculpture, a hands-on science museum, and a foodie lunch in the East Village.
4 curated stops on today's route
1
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
outdoor
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Free Entrance View on map
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11:15 AM - 01:15 PM
culture
Science Center of Iowa
$14 / person View on map
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01:30 PM - 02:45 PM
food
Zombie Burger + Drink Lab
$22 / person View on map
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03:15 PM - 05:00 PM
outdoor
Gray’s Lake Park
Free Entrance View on map
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Weather Forecast
Live · Open-MeteoPacking Essentials checklist
Destination Travel Guidelines
Electrical Outlets
Check the local plug type & voltage before you travel
Tipping Etiquette
Tipping norms vary locally; 10-15% is a reasonable default where it is customary.
Local Etiquette
Learn a couple of local greetings — it goes a long way with hosts and staff.
Currency:Local currency — check the exchange rate before you go
Day 1 Budget Cost$36 / day
Total Curated: $355
