Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide
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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.
Downtown Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Grand Rapids
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Wonderful hotel. The staff at the store was incredibly helpful. Thank you so much!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Nice place, good breakfast, easy parking garage
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
So many options for dining and easy to walk around
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Nice room and great location.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
Facility was very nice, 10/10 will stay again.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
Star was amazing. Convenient location. Clean rooms. Great coffee.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Grand Rapids
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.
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.
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.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.
John Ball Park
While visiting John Ball Park, you might make a stop by sights like John Ball Zoo and Public Museum of Grand Rapids.
