Terrace Hill Historic Site

I would label this a must-do if you are in the Des Moines area. The mansion is beautiful and there’s actually quite a bit to see here. The tour is super affordable ($5) and our docent was very knowledgeable. The history behind the house is really cool and it’s very pretty.

Great informative tour. Tour gives a very detailed history of this majestic historic home and it is beautifully maintained.

Our tour guide Arnie did a very good job. It is a beautiful home that Iowa is lucky to have as its governor mansion. Reservations are a must. Great value for the money

Toured with a small group and found the docent to be very knowledgeable and helpful and willing to look up info on questions she didn't know offhand. The home is beautiful and although the tour is short, it's well worth it. Lots of unique history behind this governor's mansion!

Great day of egg 🥚 hunting at Terrace Hill with the governor.

Very beautiful home from the 1860's, saved from calls to be torn down, and fully restored. Ironically, the third floor now functions as the residence for the Governor of Iowa.

Very cool and interesting Des Moines history which they are fortunate to have. Worth your time to visit.

The house was beautiful and Greg did an amazing job with the tour. Definitely a must see in Des Moines!