Easttown Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Aquinas College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Aquinas College during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in Easttown
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
It was ‘ok’ but an overall disappointment. The slide is broken and they said they’re not sure if they’ll ever repair it. Another guest yelled at our kids at the pool and ruined the experience. I’ll never go back there. Don’t recommend it.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Room was small but overall hotel was pretty cool. Great location, bed was ok but annoyed it was tough to get a cup of coffee in the morning and the espresso machine was down apparently….. would expect better from this hotel to get it fixed quickly or buy another one
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Rooftop bar. Very clean
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Good location. Nice bar. Clean room
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Nice room. Clean. The parking is a little whack and limited. Figuring out how to get to the actual hotel may be confusing to some. Uber & door dash drivers had a hard time finding it. But good area in relation to distance to things
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Parking was safe and easy. Pool was clean.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Easttown
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
