The gold dome of the State Capitol is not only visible from many vantage points across Des Moines, but it's also an iconic image that can be seen on postcards and in movies. However, when you explore inside this beautiful building there are so many more layers to its story which make for a great day long adventure. Rent a camper van see more of the historic sites around Des Moines while you're in Iowa.

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden offers you an escape from the hustle and bustles of city life. With plants ranging from temperate to tropical, there is always something in bloom at this urban botanic center. With over 200 years of collected knowledge and expertise on display from around the world, the Botanic Garden offers an unforgettable experience visiting indoors while touring plant collections.

Rent a camper van and head to Water Works Park, a 15,000 acre green space that's popular for all sorts of activities. Whether you're into running, biking or bird watching, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this manicured land.

The golden dome in Des Moines is one of the largest in the world. At 80 feet in diameter, it cost $3,500 to build the dome back in the 1900s. In 1999, the restoration cost $400,000.

More than a million people flock to Des Moines every August.

It should come as no surprise that the Des Moines Farmers’ Market tops lots of best of lists with easy access to a variety of farmers and producers.