Carlisle, IA
united states
united states
Carlisle is a growing suburb 15 miles southeast of Des Moines, easily reached via Highway 5 in about 20 minutes. Most visitors arrive from Des Moines International Airport, 12 miles northwest. The town sits along the busy Highway 5 corridor connecting Des Moines to southeastern Iowa communities. The restored 1897 Carlisle Opera House downtown still hosts live theater performances.