Midtown Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
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.
Downtown Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Grand Rapids Children's Museum during your travels to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Midtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
The lady at the desk gave me back my second night stay money as we were forced 2 shorten our stay due to bad weather. That was great and thanks to Hilton for allowing that considering circumstances.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
The cleanliness of the room was outstanding. The staff was very courteous, thorough, and knowledgeable and we enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Wonderful hotel. The staff at the store was incredibly helpful. Thank you so much!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Cozy, quiet, modern, clean. Our room was the perfect size and layout. We stayed New Years Eve and were surprised by how quiet the building was… for all the traffic and loud, excited party guests in the lobby and street. The walls must be very well insulated. The staff was always professional, helpful ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
This hotel was very nice. The staff is very friendly, it was reasonably priced, and centrally located. We would stay there again.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Nice place, good breakfast, easy parking garage
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
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.
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.
Easttown
The restaurants and live music are just a few features travellers like about Easttown. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District are a few top places to visit.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
