Things to do!
Swing by the Farmer's Market!
Peruse the Downtown Farmers' Market located at 300 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 (a short walk from the AC Marriott), open from 7:00 am - 12:00 pm. Lots of fresh flowers, produce, and Iowa wares. Plenty of food and drink options.
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Explore the East Village
Take a quick morning stroll toward 505 East Grand Ave. and stop by Daisy Chain Coffee (delicious cappuccinos, fresh honey, and incredible ice cream sandwiches) and Raygun (a "must go!" venerated local shop that sells small gifts, tee shirts, postcards and more). Once you're there and along the way you'll find lots of fun shops and restaurants in the area locally known as the East Village.
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Take a leisurely walk through the Sculpture Garden
Locals are very proud of this accessible and picturesque park filled with sculptures and art installations. It's a 4.4 acre park located at 1330 Grand Avenue which is within walking distance from the hotels.
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Itching for a jog? Head towards Gray's Lake
Once you arrive there is a 1.9 mile loop with a few trail off-shoots for the adventurous.