West Des Moines is a city directly adjacent to Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines. It has a thriving downtown area with historic sites, unique boutiques to explore, cozy cafes and fine dining restaurants, making it an ideal place for a romantic getaway. West Des Moines also has over 1,200 acres of recreational parkland, if you’d like to go for an intimate stroll in lush surrounding with your sweetheart. West Des Moines hosts a variety of summer festivals, making the warmer months a particularly good time to visit. A-May-Zing Days is a month long celebration to herald the beginning of spring an summer. Spring and Fall host art festivals where work from area artists is on display.

West Des Moines lodgings offer a variety of accommodations to suit the tastes of every couple looking for a romantic getaway. The Sheraton West Des Moines is a full service hotel with a spa, swimming pool, fitness center, restaurant and Jacuzzi. This hotel also has good room service if you’d prefer to stay in for an evening with your sweetheart. The site at www.wdm-ia.com has links to useful travel guides, and offers restaurant recommendations and activity suggestions to help you plan your romantic escape!