John Ball Park Travel Guide
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Van Andel Museum Center
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Van Andel Museum Center during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Top hotels in John Ball Park
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Good location. Nice bar. Clean room
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Nice hotel, staff is friendly and super efficient. Comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Room was small but overall hotel was pretty cool. Great location, bed was ok but annoyed it was tough to get a cup of coffee in the morning and the espresso machine was down apparently….. would expect better from this hotel to get it fixed quickly or buy another one
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
The staff at check in were kind and helpful. Our room was comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
It has alot of foam. Did not use
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Parking was safe and easy. Pool was clean.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around John Ball Park
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Roosevelt Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Roosevelt Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.
Southwest
When in Southwest, you can plan a visit to Downtown Market and Meyer May House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
West Grand
While there might not be top attractions in West Grand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gerald R. Ford Museum and DeVos Performance Hall.
