Grays Lake Travel Guide
Des Moines
Popular places to visit
Gray’s Lake Park
Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.
Water Works Park
Water Works Park is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Jordan Creek Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening in Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Grays Lake
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
We have stayed several times. Staff is always helpful and accommodating. The cafe for morning coffee and breakfast is excellent. Room very comfortable and spacious.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Beyond expectations! Super property and staff.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Wildwood Lodge
This hotel was a hidden treasure. So nicely decorated, and very clean. Staff was so plesant and helpful. We would highly recommend this place to stay.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Des Lux Hotel
Everything was fantastic! Beautiful hotel, staff wonderful.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Great breakfast, good deal.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
We had a wonderful stay at the Drury Inn. The staff were very friendly and helpful. There was a nice selection at breakfast and everything was fresh and hot. We will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grays Lake
Greater South Side
While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
Indianola Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indianola Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.
Columbus Park
While Columbus Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Downtown Des Moines
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.
