Downtown 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.
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 theater scene.
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.
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
Top hotels in Downtown Grand Rapids
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
The staff was really sweet. The rooms have amazing views and the bed is super cozy. Great walkable location.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Great location to Van Andel arena. Walked there in 5 minutes and avoided traffic!! Parking cost is a bit steep though. Room was great!
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
First, let me say that not having valet and having to find parking half a mile down the road in freezing cold and while carrying luggage was very very disappointing!! The room itself was nice, however, the lighting needs much improvement. Unfortunately, I would only stay there in the warm spring ...
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
Ease of check-in
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
The whole experience was absolutely wonderful. Thank you for the professionalism with staff as well.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Room was nice, the fellas working the hotel bar were great. We enjoyed our stay tremendously.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
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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
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.
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.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
