1 Best Sight in Des Moines, Iowa

Science Center of Iowa

Located in Greenwood–Ashworth Park, the Science Center hosts laser shows, planetarium activities, and a space-shuttle simulator appropriate for all ages. Past films in the IMAX theater have documented the flight of butterflies and the bond between humans and animals. Also within the 11,000-square-foot space are plenty of hands-on exhibits, storytime for children, and activities demonstrating dry ice, life in space, stargazing, and weather forecasting.