Location: West Des Moines
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Things to do in West Des Moines, Iowa (IA): The Best Sights & Landmarks
West Des Moines is a city in Polk, Dallas, and Warren counties in the U.S. state of Iowa. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 56,609. West Des Moines is the second-largest city in the Des Moines metropolitan area and the tenth-largest city in Iowa. It ranked 94th in Money magazine's list of the "100 Best Places to Live and Launch" in 2008, 77th and 57th on the 100 Best Places to Live in 2014 and 2015, respectively, and 18th on the Hipster Cities of 2015.
Restaurants in West Des Moines
1. Valley Junction
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By Ezfill - West Des Moines, United States
Fun for lunch many places to eat, lots of antiques, fudge, brews services and fun. Close to Des Moines it has a great farmers market in the summer.
2. Jordan House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
The Jordan House, a stately Victorian home of Italianate Gothic design, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. It is one of the oldest structures in Polk Country and the oldest in West Des Moines. Built by one of West Des Moines’ first settlers, James C. Jordan, the house today serves both as a museum for West Des Moines and as the office of West Des Moines Historical Society. The sixteen period rooms serve as a fitting backdrop of displaying the many antique treasures gathered from the rich heritage of West Des Moines. Visitors will also be interested in both the Underground Railroad Exhibit and the many artifacts from the regular railroad which played an important role in the early years of West Des Moines. One hour guided tours are offered beginning at 11am and then again at 1pm. Doors open 15 minutes before tour begins. Dates of tours: Memorial Day-Labor Day: Friday, Saturday and Sunday Labor Day-Memorial Day: Friday and Sunday
Reviewed By joannschmitt - West Des Moines, United States
The tour was about an hour. I liked learning about the Jordan family. The tour guide was very personable. Be sure you check ahead of time, depending on the time of year. The house is only open limited hours for tours. It is also open monthly for special events.
3. Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
4. Mclarens Resthaven Chapel and Mortuary and Resthaven Cemetery
5. Bing's
At Bing's we sell things that make people happy! We sell art poles, cards, books, games, funny socks, and one of a kind gifts. Our products are sassy, snarky and sometimes sweary too!
6. Val Air Ballroom
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 32 reviews
