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Polk County independent travel guide (2025): top things to do near you, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated July, 2025) | Trip.com
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Looking for things to do in Polk County? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Iowa State Fairgrounds
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Breaking Benjamin with Three Days Grace and Return to Dust TOUR
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Blank Park Zoo
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Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Polk County, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to Eat
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Polk County Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Living History Farms
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Popular Types of Attractions in Polk County
Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Historical attractions | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Concerts | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Spa/massage | Camping and campsites | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Parks | Outdoor activities | Cycling | Shooting
Popular Attractions in Polk County
Des Moines River Trl | Des Moines Water Works Park | Backspin Indoor Golf | Southwest Airlines | Lions Park | Ashby Park | Iowa Events Center | Gray's Lake Park | Woodland Hills Golf Course | Beaver Creek Golf Club | Bright Grandview Golf Course | Southeast Polk Stadium | Ewing Park | Court Avenue | Kennybrook South Park | Tiger Field at Valley High School | Ava's Butterfly Garden | Des Moines Heritage Trust / East Union Depot | Trinity Las Americas United Methodist Church | Cottonwood Recreation Area Shelter 9 | Duke Williams Stadium | Donald J. Brush Park | Sayers Park | Aasheim Plasa | Chichaqua Wildlife Area | Cherry Glen Playground | Des Moines Golf and Country Club | Wild Rose Park | El Malecon Event Center | White Birch Park
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Popular Restaurants in Polk County
In Confidence Speakeasy | Sterling's - Ankeny | Mulberry Street Tavern | Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive | Wasabi Ankeny | Destination Grille | Firebirds Wood Fired Grill | P.F. Chang's | Proof Restaurant | Bruegger's Bagels | HoQ Restaurant | Panera Bread | Pizza Ranch | Louie's Wine Dive | Splash Seafood Bar & Grill | Johnny's Italian Steakhouse | Long John Silver's | Johnny's Italian Steakhouse | Samurai Sushi and Hibachi | Baratta's Trattoria & Pizzarea | The Cheesecake Factory | Cooper's on 5th | Panera Bread | Fong's Pizza | Taco John's | Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company | Centro | South Union Bread Cafe | Eatery/A | Bos
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