Top rated Things to dos in Ankeny, United States to elevate your visit (Updated April, 2024)

Top rated Things to dos in Ankeny

Experience the best that Ankeny has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 43 places from Things to do category.

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AR Workshop Ankeny

Art studio

👍👍 This place is amazing! All the instructors are super helpful and make it a priority you leave with a fun experience and project you love. I have gone here for team bonding and girls night out and had such an amazing time. I use the projects as staples in my home decor and get complements on them all...

5.00 (52 reviews) (~2.42 km from centre)

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Museum

👍👍 If you are into military history this is the museum you need to visit. The museum is laid out in chronological order from pre-Civil war to modern conflicts. There is a lot to see and do so make sure you plan to spend some time there. Want to see a WW1 Liberty Truck and listen to how the engine sound...

4.90 (228 reviews) (~9.42 km from centre)

Imagination Street

Indoor playground

4.90 (47 reviews) (~2.39 km from centre)

Tank Hill Park

Park

👍👍 Great view and scenery! A nice attraction to appreciate military equipment.

4.90 (44 reviews) (~9.3 km from centre)

Ankeny Miracle Park

Park

👍👍 I've been here a few times before with our students for school trips. Brought my own kids here yesterday. They had a good time, and so did I. This park is meant for all ages and abilities. Plenty of seating, tables, and shaded areas. Bathrooms are available and a water foutain.

4.80 (623 reviews) (~0.26 km from centre)

34th Infantry Division Association

Veterans organization

4.80 (85 reviews) (~9.44 km from centre)

Red Feather Prairie

Park

👍👍 Love walking or biking Red Feather as every month it has a different character.

4.80 (71 reviews) (~5.31 km from centre)

Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Park

4.80 (64 reviews) (~8.87 km from centre)

Dewey Park

Park

👍👍 Very nice equipment with areas for older kids and one for younger kids and toddlers. There is a very nice large field for soccer when the weather is warmer. The 'glider' bars are a lot of fun for kids and kids at heart.

4.70 (143 reviews) (~9.13 km from centre)

Sycamore Trails

Park

👍👍 Secluded, we’ll maintained and beautiful scenery for a trail run/ride! There’s nice map posted at the head of the trails and since it was our first time here, snapped a pic of it before taking off and it was very easy to follow. Table and a bike maintenance station to use. Not too crowded. Will def...

4.70 (109 reviews) (~8.03 km from centre)

Saylorville Lake Butterfly Garden

Garden

👍 The Butterfly 🦋 Garden is just a few minutes away from the Visitors Center. A great little walk with some beautiful flowers and butterflies. In full bloom it is absolutely beautiful. Great place for a nice summer walk.

4.70 (49 reviews) (~5.96 km from centre)

Cottonwood Recreation #8

Park

4.70 (40 reviews) (~7.67 km from centre)

Canoyer Garden Center - Ankeny

Garden center

👍👍 What's not to love when you are looking at dressing your garden or bringing life into your life. They're definitely hitting on all cylinders with their plants and accessories. It's an amazing selection of everything. Perennials, annuals, shrubbery, and water features. They also have all of the potti...

4.60 (155 reviews) (~3.32 km from centre)

Crestbruck Park

Park

👍👍 Nice neighborhood park with a splash pad, 2 playground areas, grills and picnic tables along with a shelter. Nice walking path around the park.

4.60 (101 reviews) (~1.16 km from centre)

Georgetown Park

Park

👍👍 The half-mile, figure-eight walking trail circles two ponds frequented by ducks and geese.

4.60 (84 reviews) (~2.42 km from centre)

Cherry Glen Playground

Park

👍👍 Great little campsite. Clean and well maintained bathrooms and showers. The playgrounds are also great for kids. I wish there was lake access here but that’s hardly worth complaining about. Very enjoyable stay.

4.60 (70 reviews) (~6.78 km from centre)

Northcreek Park

Park

👍 Nice place for hiking. Playground and picnic shelter. Nice walking trail along a creek.

4.60 (68 reviews) (~3.01 km from centre)

Westwinds Park

Park

4.60 (41 reviews) (~3.91 km from centre)

Dogs Inn

Dog day care center

4.60 (37 reviews) (~4.01 km from centre)

Iowa Aviation Heritage Museum

Museum

👍👍 I liked the military aviation memorabilia. I saw many interesting pieces. I found the volunteers to be very knowledgeable and friendly. We left a donation to support their work I'm so glad they're here to preserve important US military history. Thank you!

4.60 (35 reviews) (~5.17 km from centre)

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Top rated Things to dos in Ankeny, United States