Vacation In Ankeny

Found in central Iowa, just off the I-35 and only minutes from Des Moines, Ankeny can be found and is a member of Polk County. Guests of the Best Western hotel in Ankeny will enjoy the close to proximity the I-35 which makes traveling in and around the city a breeze - the City of Ames is just a few miles north. Visitors will enjoy a trip to the Hawkeye Park, nearly 18 acres of sprawling, open space complete with picnic tables, grills - just enough for the kids to get all pooped out so they don't give you fits when trying to put them to bed later. Be sure to also check out the Ankeny Area Historical Society Museum for a look at Ankeny's past - including an 1855 "Old Maid’s Puzzle" quilt.

Be sure to make the quick drive into Des Moines for a visit to the Iowa State Capitol Building, Iowa State Historical Museum and the Science Center of Iowa. And if you're traveling during the summer, be sure to visit Adventureland amusement and water park. Once there, explore the Bermuda Quadrangle water slide.