Grand Rapids Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Gerald R. Ford Museum which includes street scenes and a fountain as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Grand Rapids

Downtown Grand Rapids is second largest metropolitan area in entire Michigan state.

Downtown Grand Rapids

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.

Downtown Grand Rapids
Water falls at Frederik Meijer's garden in Grand Rapids, Michigan in autumn time.

Kentwood

Kentwood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Woodland Mall or Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.

Kentwood
Grand Rapids Art Museum showing a city

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.

Heartside
Lion lazily laying on a rock on a summer day in an enclosure at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids Michigan

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.

John Ball Park
Sunset at Elk Rapids, Michigan

East Grand Rapids

Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.

East Grand Rapids
Sunrise Grand Rapids Michigan Drone View

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.

Medical Mile
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport

3 out of 5
3333 28th St SE Grand Rapids MI
The price is 1.994.193 ₫ per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
1.994.193 ₫
2.483.606 ₫ total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,503 reviews)
All of the above

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
310 Pearl Street NW Grand Rapids MI
The price is 3.314.954 ₫ per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
3.314.954 ₫
3.911.646 ₫ total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
Excellent location if you’re attending an event at the Van Andel.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

2.5 out of 5
433 Dudley Place NE Grand Rapids MI
The price is 3.189.142 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
3.189.142 ₫
3.763.188 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids

Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids

3 out of 5
2701 E Beltline Ave SE Grand Rapids MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fireplace in reception. Popular attractions Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture ...
5.8/10 (100 reviews)
dirty outdated room, the tv remote barely worked, pictures online were misleading.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids
The Grand Castle Apartments

The Grand Castle Apartments

4 out of 5
2655 Grand Castle Blvd Grandville MI
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Grandville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Van Andel Arena and Vander Veen's ...
9/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
There was a loud mechanical noise the entire night, other than that it was a fun place to stay and great upkeep on the apartment unit.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

The Grand Castle Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Grand Rapids

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

There's plenty to do and discover in Grand Rapids if you take the time.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We went to visit our son and see him graduate. Have no reason to be back

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