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Des Moines is the capital city of Iowa. The gold-domed Iowa State Capitol building is among the 19th- and early-20th-century landmarks of the East Village area. The Des Moines Art Center is noted for its contemporary collections and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Local produce and live music are draws at the Downtown Farmers' Market. The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden has outdoor plant displays and a geodesic dome.
Take Iowa and Illinois States into your own hands, travelling between these charming cities with a Rental Car. Start this trip in Des Moines (well known for the State Capitol, the Science Center of Iowa, John and Mary Papp john Sculpture Park and other tourist attractions) and Cedar Rapids (home to the NewBo Cultural Area, unique restaurants, breweries, and the National Czech and Slovak Museum). After that, drive to Quad Cities (the complex of cities at the Iowa-Illinois border, on the Mississippi River; like Davenport, Bettendorf, Rock Island, Moline, and East Moline).
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Take Iowa State into your own hands, travelling between these charming cities with a Rental Car. Start this trip in Des Moines (well known for the State Capitol, the Science Center of Iowa, John and Mary Papp john Sculpture Park and other tourist attractions such as Museums and cultural activities). After that, drive to Iowa City (A city in eastern Iowa, with the Old Capitol Building, the state's first capitol, that now houses a museum of local history also known as a UNESCO Literary Heritage City).
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Driving Time
Des Moines - Iowa City: 1 hrs 44 mins. approx.
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Self-drive packages in Iowa are a popular option for more experienced travelers, those looking to get off the beaten path and take their own time. Combine Des Moines (the capital city in Iowa, well known for the State Capitol, the Science Center of Iowa, John and Mary Papp Sculpture Park and nearby Saylorville Lake), Okoboji Lake (nearby lakeshore beaches, parks, animal conservations areas, water sports and shopping) and Mason City (close to the local beaches and beautiful parks od Clear Lake). This package gives you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy all that the lakes have to offer while staying in vibrant cities.
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Driving Time
Des Moines - Okoboji Lake : 3 hrs 26 mins. approx.
Okoboji Lake - Mason City: 2 hr 24 mins. approx..
Mason City - Des Moines: 1 hr 51 mins. approx.
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Take Iowa and Illinois into your own hands, travelling between these charming cities with a Rental Car. Start this trip in The Hawkeye State, spending pleasant moments in Des Moines (well known for the State Capitol, the Science Center of Iowa, John and Mary Papp Sculpture Park and other tourist attractions)
and Iowa City (home to the Old Capitol building). After that, drive to The Prairie State, and ends this trip, visiting The Quad Cities (the complex of cities at the Iowa-Illinois border, on the Mississippi River; like Davenport, Bettendorf, Rock Island, Moline, and East Moline).
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Driving Time
Des Moines - Iowa City: 1 hr. 45 mins. approx.
Iowa City - Quad Cities Area: 1 hr. approx.
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Midwestern States of Minnesota and Iowa are combined in this unique Self-Drive Package. Start in The Land of 10,000 Lakes, visiting its most populous city; Minneapolis (and St Paul are known as the Twin Cities, a welcoming city with the `Minnesota Nice` characteristic, the city has historic routes, home to high rise buildings and an exciting nightlife). After that, drive to The Hawkeye State - Iowa, and spend a splendid stay in these two cities; Mason City (known for its musical heritage, consistently producing successful performers and educators) and Des Moines (the capital city in Iowa, well known for the State Capitol, the Science Center of Iowa, John and Mary Papp Sculpture Park and other tourist attractions), before heading back home.
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Driving Time
Minneapolis - Mason City : 2 hrs. 10 mins. approx.
Mason City - Des Moines: 1 hr. 55 mins. approx.
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