Best points of interest near Waukee

13 points of interest · 13 ranked · updated 2026-07-19 · off-season

Explore the best points of interest near Waukee, Iowa — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 13 of 13 points of interest · best 15 shown on the map
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Blue Zoo
#1 Blue Zoo
4.1 mi away
Blue Zoo is an interactive aquarium located in Des Moines, Iowa, featuring live shows, hands-on learning exhibits, and play areas for visitors. The facility offers engaging…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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1700 Tanning Rack
#2 1700 Tanning Rack
5.3 mi away
1700 Tanning Rack is an attraction located near Clive, Iowa. Visitors to this site can experience outdoor recreation in the central Iowa region. The location sits at coordinates…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Living History Farms
#3 Living History Farms
5.3 mi away
Living History Farms is a theme park located near Clive, Iowa, at an elevation of 931 feet. The park offers visitors an outdoor recreation experience centered on historical themes…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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1700 Drying Rack
#4 1700 Drying Rack
5.4 mi away
# 1700 Drying Rack This attraction is located near Clive in central Iowa. Visitors to the area will find this site situated in the Des Moines metropolitan region, offering a…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Jordan House
#5 Jordan House
7.5 mi away
Jordan House is a historic site located near West Des Moines, Iowa, at an elevation of 839 feet. Visitors to this preserved property can explore its historical structures and…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Pole Position Raceway
#6 Pole Position Raceway
7.7 mi away
Pole Position Raceway is an indoor go-kart racing facility located near Johnston, Iowa. Visitors can enjoy electric go-kart racing in a climate-controlled environment. The venue…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Adel Historical Museum
#7 Adel Historical Museum
7.9 mi away
The Adel Historical Museum in Iowa preserves local heritage and history for visitors to explore. Located near Waukee at an elevation of 908 feet, the museum opens Saturday…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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I.O.O.F. Valley Junction Lodge Hall No. 604
#8 I.O.O.F. Valley Junction Lodge Hall No. 604
8.6 mi away
The I.O.O.F. Valley Junction Lodge Hall No. 604 is a historic building located in West Des Moines, Iowa, United States. C.S. Yeaton had the two-story brick commercial building…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Olson-Larson Galleries
#9 Olson-Larson Galleries
8.6 mi away
Olson-Larson Galleries is an art gallery located near West Des Moines, Iowa. The gallery is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Olmsted Family Farmhouse
#10 Olmsted Family Farmhouse
8.8 mi away
The Olmsted Family Farmhouse is a historic site located in Urbandale, Iowa, operated by the Urbandale Historical Society. Visitors can explore this preserved farmhouse to learn…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Thomas I. Stoner House
#11 Thomas I. Stoner House
9.3 mi away
The Thomas I. Stoner House in Des Moines, Iowa, also known as The Highlands, was designed by Wetherell & Harrison and was built in 1931. It includes elements of Spanish Eclectic…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Hazen Water Tower
#12 Hazen Water Tower
9.9 mi away
Hazen Water Tower is a historic site located near Urbandale in Iowa. The tower represents an example of early water infrastructure development in the region. Visitors to the site…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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Des Moines Art Center
#13 Des Moines Art Center
10.0 mi away
The Des Moines Art Center is a museum located in West Des Moines, Iowa, offering visitors access to art collections and exhibitions. Open Tuesday through Sunday with extended…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated

Points of Interest near Waukee

The Waukee area has 13 points of interest on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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