# Playgrounds and things to do with kids in Des Moines

Playgrounds, parks, museums and other things to do with kids in Des Moines. See which ones have a changing table, room for a stroller and what ages they suit before you go. 3 listed.

Last updated 2026-10-06, from the newest confirmation among these places.

## The list

1. [Gray's Lake Park Playground and Sprayground](https://ourplayday.com/places/gray-s-lake-park-playground-and-sprayground-des-moines) (playground, Des Moines). New playground and sprayground just east of the beach, with swings that look out over the lake.
2. [Blank Park Zoo](https://ourplayday.com/places/blank-park-zoo-des-moines) (park, Des Moines).
3. [Science Center of Iowa](https://ourplayday.com/places/science-center-of-iowa-des-moines) (attraction, Des Moines). Science center with Small Discoveries, a hands-on space for the youngest kids with a water table and a mural wall.

## About this list

Every place here is a listing on Play Day, and a place is listed only when something positive is known about it for kids. Each listing carries the kid facts (high chairs, changing tables, kids' menus, wheelchair access) with the source and month of each. A list needs at least three places to exist.

Page: https://ourplayday.com/places/in/des-moines/playgrounds. All of Des Moines: https://ourplayday.com/places/in/des-moines