Easttown Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
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.
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.
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.
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 Easttown
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Parking was fine. The bar and restaurant were closed due to updating. Employees were very friendly and informative.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great hotel, very plush, very friendly. Great location for concerts with it being connected to Van Andel.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Really good area it has a lot of attractions around within walking distance
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Overall great but freeway was loud at night.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
The breakfast was gross,cold. The room was clean,hotel was clean. Hot tub and pool were out of order on Sunday due to high levels of chlorine levels. When we got into the hot tub on Saturday It immediately burned our eyes so we got out. The hot tub also turned my wedding ring grey/tarnished. For ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
La persona de recepción, fue grosera con unas personas en linea, esperando check in
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Easttown
East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.
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 La Grande Vitesse or Heritage Hill Historic District.
