Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide
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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 Downtown Grand Rapids
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
We have always loved the Amway. Rooms have become dated and need some work!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
We had an amazing corner view with windows all around. A nice kitchenette, plenty of room to stretch out for me, my daughter and my granddaughter, and a very close walk across the street to the Van Andle Arena for a concert.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Clean nice staff good breakfast nice pool
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
The shower was hot and had tons of water pressure and the soaking tub was AMAZING!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Everything was so close. Beautiful day to explore. Comfy beds to sleep in. Plenty of shops near by.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Work related, helpful staff, convenient location to downtown activities
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Grand Rapids
Medical Mile
You'll enjoy the churches and shopping in Medical Mile. You might want to make time for a stop at Heritage Hill Historic District or La Grande Vitesse.
Heartside
Heartside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids Children's Museum while in the area.
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.
