Not really, but the 801 Grand tower (pictured above) makes St.
Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral easy to locate. The real steeple and
attached cathedral sit directly across High street (north) from the
state’s tallest building. So, just aim for the tower.
St. Paul’s is located at the corner of 9th
St. and High.
Keep in mind that I-235, also known as THE MC VICAR
FREEWAY zips right through downtown Des Moines
(map) and links up with I-80 on either
end.
I-80 swings North of the city. (Map
Zoomed out)
Approaching Des Moines from the west or south?
When approaching Des Moines from the west or south on
Interstate 80 east or Interstate 35 north take Interstate 235 east
to the Keoway south exit to 9th St. south.
Approaching Des Moines from the East or North?
If approaching from the east or north of Des Moines on Interstate 80
west or Interstate 35 south, take Interstate 235 east to the Keoway
south exit to 9th St. south.
