Southwest
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 theater scene.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene 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.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Lining the streets of this old residential area are more than 1,000 houses of 60 different designs. Spot Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece among these historic homes.
Things to do
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Wraiths and Witches Ghost Tours
Top hotels in Southwest
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
This place is much better well welcoming to any person forreal good for safe travels great Staff. 👍
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Olivia checked us in and was very informative and helpful. The room was spacious with ample room and comfy beds.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Clean room attentive staff
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
The public areas were clean and well maintained. The pool and hot tub area were clean, but not did not overwhelm with chlorine smell, as so many hotel pool areas often do. The room was clean and staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
It has alot of foam. Did not use
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Parking was safe and easy. Pool was clean.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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.
Garfield Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garfield Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum.
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.
