Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide
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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 Downtown Grand Rapids
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
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
"Everyone was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay immensely."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"Was lucky & found free overnight parking right in front of hotel, lovely staff at front desk."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
"Great place! Second stay. Will stay again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
"Great suite happy hour and decent breakfast"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
"Our room was clean and we had the view we requested. All of our interactions with staff were pleasant and they were genuinely helpful with the questions we had."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
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.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.
