Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Frederik Meijer Gardens and 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

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 showing 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
Millennium Park

Millennium Park

Explore the great outdoors at Millennium Park, a lovely green space in Walker. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Millennium Park

Things to do

Sushi Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Grand Rapids

Sushi Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Grand Rapids

Rp1.214.625
per adult
Sushi Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Grand Rapids
Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Grand Rapids' haunted tour.

Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour

Rp518.240
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Grand Rapids

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 Rp2.626.413 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.626.413
Rp3.099.169 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
Great stay and very convenient
"Passing through while on a road trip, so our stay was short, and a place to rest our heads. Our only concern was that after driving for 12+ hours, all we wanted to do was check in, shower, and sleep. Unfortunately, we were delayed because the receptionist was locked out of her system. The receptionist ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
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 Rp3.206.227 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp3.206.227
Rp3.783.348 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

3 out of 5
140 Ottawa Ave, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is Rp2.641.086 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.641.086
Rp3.116.481 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Easy parking, clean, friendly staff, breakfast was good, overall great hotel."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place 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 Rp1.970.544 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.970.544
Rp2.325.242 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star boutique hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Super comfy, clean, and spacious room. Check-in was a breeze and the staff were excellent. We absolutely loved the area. We would definitely stay here again if we're in the area."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, Ascend Hotel Collection
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

4 out of 5
235 Louis Campau Promenade Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is Rp4.548.537 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp4.548.537
Rp5.367.273 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Our parking wasn’t the best experience. I wish we were told to keep our room key so that we could get out of the parking garage. We had to pay through the hotel for overnight parking, and pay again leaving the parking garage. We’re trying to get that settled."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
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 Rp2.341.926 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.341.926
Rp2.763.474 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Awesome experience, plenty of parking, secure and safe facility. Staff was nice and helpful"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
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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
Meyer May House showing interior views

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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Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.

Midtown
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West Grand

While there might not be top attractions in West Grand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gerald R. Ford Museum and Van Andel Museum Center.

West Grand

Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide