East 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in East Grand Rapids
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
We always enjoy ourselves
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Didn't get food
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Great stay. Everyone was friendly and hotel was clean. Great location downtown
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Wonderful service and a comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
The room was clean and well stocked when we arrived. The pool was clean and perfect tempature. Hot tub was great the first day but was out of order the second day. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The breakfast and a wide variety from cold cereal to make yourself waffles with different additives ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Their attitude will make you a day.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around East Grand Rapids
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.
East Beltline
While visiting East Beltline, you might make a stop by sights like Centerpointe Mall and AMF Eastbrook Lanes.
East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
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.
