Des Moines Botanical Center, Des Moines

I love the botanical center when I went. I think it is a great place to bring kids.

I found the place too small. The plant needed to be watered badley. I'm from Michigan and I was looking forward too this, but it turned out pretty bad.

I love the botanical center. My husband and I could not afford to go to hawaii or some exoctic dream place. So instead we were married at the beautiful botanical center in Des Moines. We were next to the waterfall on the bridge and it was amazing! Made for beautiful wedding photos also!! A must see!!

Its a very small place...i mean you can complete it in no more than 30 minutes. Its an OK place to visit ONCE...Good side of it is, its has a good surroundings. You can sit next to the river and enjoy as well

The presence of green and growing plants is especially nice during the winter months. The birds and atmosphere can certainly take your mind off of your everyday day. There are often special events that increase the escape value. The location along the river walking trail extends the experience outdoors during the warm months. Finding your way to the Botanical Center can be a challenge the first time. It can feel kind of small when an event is going on; you may not find a quiet corner.

The Botanical center is an interesting and stimulating environment that brings a collection of plants and animals from all around the world and puts them under one roof. The tour guides were extremely informative and were eager to educate me. The cafe and live music was also a plus.

This is a nice place to go and spend an afternoon. Very interesting if you are into plant, fresh air, birds, butterflies, and more... Especially during the winter, when you are dying to see something green. Go there, it is good, cheap, and a nice distraction.

I thought that the flowers and other plants were cool but the birds stole the show with their beautiful colors.