Popular places to visit
Downtown Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Market during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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 theater 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.
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 great live music or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
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Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Yes we had a nice clean room. The staff was very nice and helpful. Your bartenders were very friendly. We will stay here again.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel was good, it’s a beautiful place
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Hot tub/ pool area was very nice. I did not have breakfast so no opinion on that. Parking is mostly covered. Staff was very helpful with the few things I questioned them on.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Staff and balcony
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Breakfast had a variety, the room was clean, other than we found a water bottle under the fold out couch when we arrived. Tv in the room stopped working, alerted staff and it was fixed very quickly! Pool area was clean. We watched the hot tub be drained, cleaned and refilled quickly. Gym area was ...
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Staff was courteous at check in. Room was clean but not spacious. Water was hot for shower. Did not use amenities or dining. Location is close and convenient to downtown.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Southwest
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.
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.
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.
East Hills
If you're spending some time in East Hills, Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
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.
