West Grand Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
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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.
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.
Fish Ladder Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fish Ladder Park, a lovely green space in 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 West Grand
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
The showers in the locker room did not work. The pool had fans randomly sitting around the pool deck. The hallways and stairwells were well worn and in need of paint. No restaurant on property or continental breakfast.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Overall is a good place to stay, you’re around so many restaurants and places definitely recommend and the price are really good.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Great option for staying downtown with friends, and where I stay every time I visit the city. Parking is great and staff is friendly.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
In a great location everything we wanted to do was within 10 min walking distance also very nice rooms
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Everything was excellent. The only complaint we had is that a microwave is not a standard amenity.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Good
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
