Westside Connection Travel Guide
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Covell Dog Park
After visiting Covell Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Grand Rapids.
Top hotels in Westside Connection
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Staff was very nice and the room was clean!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Really nice staff!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Very nice room. Nice facility.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Great stay and convenient location.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Room was great! The staff was very friendly and helpful. Area was great- very walkable, tons of shops and museums nearby. Also within a two minute walk of the arena, which was nice as we had gone to a hockey game! Check out the President Ford Museum, the Public Museum, the ice rink at Rosa Parks ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Spark By Hilton Walker Grand Rapids North
Room was very clean, the only thing is I left my shoes behind and when the housekeeping staff found them they threw them away!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside Connection
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 Van Andel Museum Center.
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
Alpine Center might not have many top sights, but Meijer Corporate Headquarters and LMCU Ballpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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
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.
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.
