Des Moines

Population: 570k

Train Access: No

Bus Access: Yes (Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART))

Healthcare in Des Moines

Des Moines is home to several reputable healthcare facilities, including MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, which offers a range of services from emergency care to specialized treatments. UnityPoint Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center is another major hospital, known for its Level I Trauma Center and comprehensive care.

Schools in Des Moines

Des Moines has the International School of Des Moines which offers an international curriculum and language immersion programs in French and Spanish for students from preschool through middle school. The school aims to develop globally-minded students with its International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme.

Des Moines Public Schools offer various language immersion programs, including the King Elementary School which provides a Spanish-English dual language immersion program. This program is designed to develop fluency in both languages while delivering a rigorous academic curriculum.

Restaurants in Des Moines

Des Moines has a diverse food scene with restaurants like the upscale American eatery Splash Seafood Bar & Grill, the mid-range Zombie Burger + Drink Lab known for its creative burgers and shakes, and the affordable Fong's Pizza, which combines Asian flavors with traditional pizzeria fare. For a unique dining experience, Centro offers Italian-inspired dishes in a fine dining setting, while the casual eatery La Mie Bakery is popular for its French pastries and breakfast menu.