Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide
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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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park is just one of the places to see in Grand Rapids, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Gerald R. Ford Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Gerald R. Ford Museum during your travels in Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Grand Rapids Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Grand Rapids Art Museum during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Heritage Hill Historic District
You can find out about the history of Grand Rapids with a stop at Heritage Hill Historic District. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Top hotels in Downtown Grand Rapids
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Showers were cold..Room is old and was dirty under the bed and in the corners. Hair was on the bathroom floor.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
We had an amazing corner view with windows all around. A nice kitchenette, plenty of room to stretch out for me, my daughter and my granddaughter, and a very close walk across the street to the Van Andle Arena for a concert.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Clean nice staff good breakfast nice pool
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
The shower was hot and had tons of water pressure and the soaking tub was AMAZING!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Clean modern rooms. Works well for an affordable downtown stay.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Work related, helpful staff, convenient location to downtown activities
Reviewed on 22 Mar 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
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.
