Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide
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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.
DeVos Performance Hall
You can get tickets for a performance at DeVos Performance Hall during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Downtown Grand Rapids
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was spotless and staff kind.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Amazing room, very clean, staff is very nice and helpful, breakfast was delicious, provided free baby crib and pool is wonderful all with a great view too! Would recommend highly!!!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Staff was very courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
Fantastic staff
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
Friendly staff, nice room. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 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.
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.
