909 Robert D Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA
Indoor and outdoor plant collections beside the Des Moines River.
Combine a walk among the garden collections with a nearby downtown outing. This profile covers the Botanical Garden itself; Flora Café has a separate listing on the same campus. Check the garden’s ticket page for current admission, opening hours and special-event arrangements.
Official visitor information · Details checked 2026-10-02. Check the official source for current hours, admission and closures.
A rainy forecast need not cancel a family day out. This Des Moines Saturday combines Science Center experiments, a local lunch, and tropical plants at the Botanical Garden. Allow six to seven hours for school-age kids and curious teens, with one short drive between venues.
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Hands-on science exhibits, live demonstrations and a planetarium in downtown Des Moines.
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