Alpine Center Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
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Popular places to visit
John Ball Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at John Ball Zoo during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Let your kids run wild at the sand pits and tree house while you inspect the sculptures and floral displays in this park’s various gardens.
Gerald R. Ford Museum
Take a holographic tour of Ford’s White House and see a piece of the Berlin Wall in this tribute to the 38th president in the town where he was raised.
Grand Rapids Art Museum
The sleek design of the modernist building reflects the gorgeous contemporary artworks within. Learn how to make art fun in the workshops and camps.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Lining the streets of this old residential area are more than 1,000 houses of 60 different designs. Spot Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece among these historic homes.
Things to do
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in Alpine Center
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids-North by IHG
Very clean
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
Very friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North
Normal hotel not a heart winning
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Staff was super friendly and helpful 10/10 Location is nice Bed was nice Room was just ok Lobby was very nice 9/10 stay overall
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Showers were cold..Room is old and was dirty under the bed and in the corners. Hair was on the bathroom floor.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Very clan property, excellent rooms! Nice bar and restaurant
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alpine Center
West Grand
While there might not be top attractions in West Grand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gerald R. Ford Museum and Van Andel Museum Center.
Creston
Creston might not have many top sights, but Huff Park and LMCU Ballpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to La Grande Vitesse and Grand Rapids Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Medical Mile
You'll enjoy the churches and shopping in Medical Mile. You might want to make time for a stop at La Grande Vitesse or Heritage Hill Historic District.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Northeast
While there might not be top attractions in Northeast, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Celebration! Cinema and IMAX Theater and Fulton Street Farmers Market.
