Westside Connection
Grand Rapids
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Covell Dog Park
After visiting Covell Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Grand Rapids.
Things to do
Grand Rapids Wraiths and Witches Ghost Tours
Top hotels in Westside Connection
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Staff was friendly
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Location and service
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Clean room
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Room was spacious and comfortable. We stayed for one night but it was like a mini apt.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Clean, spacious, and great location.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Check in and out was quick and easy. The bar was great and the stay was 10/10.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside Connection
West Grand
When in West Grand, you can plan a visit to Gerald R. Ford Museum and Van Andel Museum Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Alpine Center
When in Alpine Center, you can plan a visit to Meijer Corporate Headquarters and LMCU Ballpark, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
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.
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.
