Easttown Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
Popular places to visit
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Aquinas College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Aquinas College during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in Easttown
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Staff were very nice and have many recs for local spots to try.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Nice room, fantastic breakfast and very comfortable common spaces
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Clean and friendly! Nice location
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Every time I visit Grand Rapids this is the hotel I stay at because I know the room is going to be clean and the staff will be friendly and courteous. I have never experienced an issue staying at Canopy and will continue to stay every time I visit Grand Rapids!!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Bathroom sink didn’t work. But the room was very clean and the kitchen set up was great. The front desk staff were so nice. Parking was easy and you can’t beat the location.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Bathroom exhaust fan visibly dirty and could not regulate heat - either too cold or too hot . Set temp between 69-72 thermostatic off
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Easttown
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.
East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
