Midtown 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.

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 Midtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Great hotel. Nice location. They could do a better breakfast, but otherwise good
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
I arrived late front desk clerk assured that i can check in and i advised i have another reservation for the next day asked if i can combind the dates he said no problem clerk was very proficent and prompt.
Reviewed on 25 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
Staff is extremely pleasant and accommodating
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Great location, very clean and loved that there is a full service restaurant!
Reviewed on 24 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 Midtown

East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.

Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.

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.

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.

Easttown
The restaurants and live music are just a few features travellers like about Easttown. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District are a few top places to visit.

Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
