Medical Mile Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
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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 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.
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.
DeVos Place Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in DeVos Place Convention Center during your trip to Grand Rapids.
Things to do
Fun Dumpling Making Class With a Local Chef in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids: Fun Dumpling Making Class With a Local Chef
Top hotels in Medical Mile
The Center Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"Nice place to stay management was very nice and helpful"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
"We went to watch the LPGA play golf and had a room at a different hotel but when we got there we got notified by phone that our room had been cancelled, so we had to look for a hotel room else where. We were fortunate to find this hotel at a lower rate and much nicer area of Grand Rapids Michigan ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
"Clean room is okay, Staff not so helpful. Did not try hot tub. Air was okay"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
"The bed was super comfortable, the front desk needs to inform guests to search for the refrigerator in room."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
"Our room was comfortable and clean and the breakfast was decent enough with plenty of options. However, the pool seemed dirty as the edges of the pool tile is gross. The pool hours are late until midnight so that was nice. So overall good place to stay if you didn’t want to swim."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
"The hotel was in excellent condition. All the amenities were great."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Medical Mile
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
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.
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.
East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.
John Ball Park
While visiting John Ball Park, you might make a stop by sights like John Ball Zoo and Public Museum of Grand Rapids.
