Popular places to visit

Downtown Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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.

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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Grand Rapids Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Grand Rapids Children's Museum during your travels to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Southwest

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Check in smooth. Room clean. Except for the coffee pot. Had grounds and used tea bag left inside. Nice layout. Spacious. Love the shower head and hand held sprayer. Love the shelving for products in the bathroom too. One long cracked tile in the shower. Office chair fabric severly peeling on the ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel was good, it’s a beautiful place
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Yes the room wa clan and location was perfect
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Good, comfortable, clean stay.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
The valet and front desk staff were very friendly! Excellent customer service.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
My favorite hotel downtown
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest

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.

Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.

Garfield Park
Garfield Park might not have many top sights, but Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.

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

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.


