Downtown Grand Rapids
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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 acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
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.
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.
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 Performance Hall
You can enjoy a show at DeVos Performance Hall during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Things to do
Grand Rapids Wraiths and Witches Ghost Tours
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in Downtown Grand Rapids
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Was great place close for a concert and wassuper clean
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
What an absolute nightmare! This was the first time I’d taken an adventure out of town with my daughter, she ’s 7. We went to GR to see Three Days Grace and were gifted concert tickets for Christmas. First things first; Parking is an absolute scam! You pay over $200 for some nasty room in the old ...
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Clean room, the staff was very friendly for the most part
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
Everything was wonderful. Staff super helpful and kind. First time visiting Grand Rapids, would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The location was perfect! We all had a great night's sleep! Charming rooms.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
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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.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
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.
