Ken-O-Sha Park Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
Visit Ken-O-Sha Park
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 Ken-O-Sha Park
The Center Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"Quick and easy check in with very kind and helpful agent. It was clean and quiet and very convenient location."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
"Staff was very helpful and friendly. Loved the shuttle service!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
"Great stat"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
"This is an amazing hotel. An absolute gem. We cannot wait to return and really explore the property."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
"The property was nice and clean. Close by lots restaurant and shopping store."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
"Good hotel on the edge of town. Parking is not free, it is $18 a day."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ken-O-Sha Park
Kentwood
Kentwood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Woodland Mall or Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.
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.
East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.
East Beltline
While visiting East Beltline, you might make a stop by sights like AMF Eastbrook Lanes and Centerpointe Mall.
Southwest
When in Southwest, you can plan a visit to Downtown Market and Meyer May House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
