Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park featuring wild flowers and outdoor art

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.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Downtown Market

Downtown Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Downtown Market
John Ball Zoo

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.

John Ball Zoo
Gerald R. Ford Museum which includes street scenes and a fountain as well as a small group of people

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.

Gerald R. Ford Museum
Grand Rapids Art Museum which includes interior views and art

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.

Grand Rapids Art Museum
Grand Rapids Children's Museum

Grand Rapids Children's Museum

You can take time to visit Grand Rapids Children's Museum during your travels to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Grand Rapids Children's Museum

Activities

Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Grand Rapids' haunted tour.

Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour
Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Grand Rapids' haunted tour.

Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour

AU$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Grand Rapids Hotel Deals

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
187 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$325 per night from 27 Dec to 28 Dec
AU$325
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a convenient and nice location close to everything"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
40 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is AU$280 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$280
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (824 reviews)
"Was in town for a Christmas part and the Residence Inn was in a perfect location to walk to everything we needed. Very nice place - would stay again!"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
140 Ottawa Ave, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is AU$303 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$303
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The front desk people were polite and professional. The room was very clean and comfortable. Being downtown was a plus, being able to walk to different places."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
161 Ottawa Avenue N.W., Grand Rapids, MI
The price is AU$271 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$271
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We had no heat the first night. It was a little chilly. They moved next day very quickly and we got a slight upgrade. Overall it was was a great weekend. Location was excellent"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, Ascend Hotel Collection
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
83 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is AU$207 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star boutique hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"I had an4 hour delayed flight and wasn't getting in until 3am. I called the hotel they told me they would be there to let me in. It took a lot stress off the situation. I would ask they give a few more larger towels but the room was clean, warm and grrat view of downtown"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, Ascend Hotel Collection
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
3 out of 5
11 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
Fully refundable
The price is AU$296 per night from 27 Dec to 28 Dec
AU$296
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
TSO Concert
"We had one issue with our room. We didnt find the couch to be comfortable."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Grand Rapids

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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.

Medical Mile
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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.

Heartside
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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.

Belknap Lookout
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Heritage Hill

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

Heritage Hill
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East Hills

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

East Hills
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Roosevelt Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Roosevelt Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.

Roosevelt Park

Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide

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