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Popular places to visit

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
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
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Grand Rapids Children's Museum

Activities

Step into the shadows and discover the haunting tales of our city's past.

Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour

AU$30
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour
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Our pick of the best Southwest 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
The price is AU$330 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$330
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 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! (1,002 reviews)
Concert weekend
"Best time I had with a friend even though we kept getting lost in hotel lol. Room service was wonderful for myself but not so much for my friend. The middle of her pizza was soggy and all she really ate was the crust. Everything was very tidy and employees friendly"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
3 out of 5
3333 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is AU$131 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (947 reviews)
"For what I paid for the night I was shocked. I wasn't expecting much but this place was great! Next time I stay near Grand Rapids I will stay here again."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
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$269 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 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! (793 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
3 out of 5
3251 Deposit Dr, Grand Rapids, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$175 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,036 reviews)
AMAZING
"Everything was perfect. Breakfast was delicious & had a variety of hot food and healthy options. The entire property and area was so clean. My room was impeccable. I stayed here after a concert at the Van Andel Arena & would do so again."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
310 Pearl Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is AU$255 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$255
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Concert Getaway
"Registration staff were amazing! Hotel is clean and updated and the location is great! Not super impressed with the burger place there. Bar staff was not friendly. They didn't even acknowledge us when we sat down. We asked to sit elsewhere. Food was mediocre at best. Order got screwed up but the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, an IHG Hotel
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$269 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms were huge, everything you could need in the kitchen. Breakfast had many options and choices, some of which I’ve never seen offered as a free breakfast before. (Overnight oats and chia) The staff was all wonderful and kind. Only things were the floors were so creaky in the hallways and the ..."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest

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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 Meyer May House.

Roosevelt Park
Grand Rapids Art Museum showing a city

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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Heritage Hill

While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Meyer May House.

Heritage Hill
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Garfield Park

Garfield Park might not have many top sights, but Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Garfield Park
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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
Grand Rapids showing a city

Downtown Grand Rapids

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

Downtown Grand Rapids

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