Downtown Grand Rapids, MI

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Popular places to visit

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park featuring wildflowers and outdoor art

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

4.5/5(200 reviews)

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.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
The African savannah? No, the amazing Lion habitat at John Ball Park Zoo! John Ball Zoological Garden is an urban park located on the west side of the city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. The John Ball Zoo is situated on the ravines and bluffs along the west edge of the park. The zoo houses a variety of animals from around the world and is a significant regional attraction. With the Zoo School and Wildlife Conservation Fund the zoo gives something back to the community and world as a whole. The zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums

John Ball Zoo

4.5/5(99 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at John Ball Zoo during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

John Ball Zoo
When visiting the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids, be sure to stop by the Grand Traverse Distillery shop for delicious $5 cocktails and some excellent hospitality. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1Sl2oNV

Downtown Market

4.5/5(353 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Market during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Downtown Market
Gerald R. Ford Museum featuring a fountain and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Gerald R. Ford Museum

4.5/5(146 reviews)

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.

Gerald R. Ford Museum
Grand Rapids Art Museum featuring art and interior views

Grand Rapids Art Museum

4.5/5(112 reviews)

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 Art Museum
A glimmering pathway leading to one of Michigan’s beautiful sunsets.

Millennium Park

3.5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Millennium Park, a lovely green space in Walker. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Millennium Park

Things to do

Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Grand Rapids' haunted tour.

Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour

￥3,470
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour
Grand Rapids: Judy Garland Museum Admission Ticket

Grand Rapids: Judy Garland Museum Entry Ticket

￥1,735
per adult
Grand Rapids: Judy Garland Museum Entry Ticket
Sushi Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Grand Rapids

Sushi Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Grand Rapids

￥10,903
per adult
Sushi Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Grand Rapids
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Downtown Grand Rapids Hotel Deals

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
187 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is ￥28,701 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
￥28,701
￥33,868 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel, always so clean, nice, and comfortable. Nice to be in walking distance from DeVos Place too."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
40 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is ￥23,535 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
￥23,535
￥27,771 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
140 Ottawa Ave, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is ￥22,790 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
￥22,790
￥26,892 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great Location
"It took a long time to check in because they were very busy. They were kind and comped some drinks and parking to accommodate us and I appreciated it. Great location."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
161 Ottawa Avenue N.W., Grand Rapids, MI
The price is ￥20,986 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
￥20,986
￥24,762 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Hotels was clean and staff were friendly. Expedia’s website for the hotel should state check out is at 11am."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, Ascend Hotel Collection
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
83 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
Fully refundable
The price is ￥18,302 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
￥18,302
￥21,597 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star boutique hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I think the only thing I didn't like was that I could hear the plumbing in the walls every time someone flushed the toilet in the building."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, Ascend Hotel Collection
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
3 out of 5
11 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is ￥24,850 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
￥24,850
￥29,322 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It's not the hotel's fault but all through the night very very loud vehicle traffic like drag racing up and down the roads. Overall, the hotel is just OK. Kind of dated and felt a bit dirty."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Grand Rapids

Iconic in GR.

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.

Medical Mile
Grand Rapids Art Museum which includes a city

Heartside

4.5/5(229 area reviews)

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.

Heartside
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Belknap Lookout

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belknap Lookout and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids.

Belknap Lookout
Meyer May House which includes interior views

Heritage Hill

If you're spending some time in Heritage Hill, Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Heritage Hill
Lost & Found is flanked by Warehouse One and Century Antiques in a giant warehouse chock-full of treasures. Prepare to spend hours in this maze of knick knacks and vintage goodies. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1QqVl0x

Roosevelt Park

While Roosevelt Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.

Roosevelt Park
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Midtown

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.

Midtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, MI