Popular places to visit
Downtown Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Market during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Let your kids run wild at the sand pits and tree house while you inspect the sculptures and floral displays in this park’s various gardens.
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 theater scene.
Grand Rapids Art Museum
The sleek design of the modernist building reflects the gorgeous contemporary artworks within. Learn how to make art fun in the workshops and camps.
Gerald R. Ford Museum
Take a holographic tour of Ford’s White House and see a piece of the Berlin Wall in this tribute to the 38th president in the town where he was raised.
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.
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Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Was a great time. Will definitely come back to stay
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Staff
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
The front desk staff was exceedingly friendly, quick to point out the complementary coffee, cookies, etc., the room is extremely clean all systems in working condition. A very nice hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Everything was great and the staff were pleasant and helpful
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Yes to all
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
The front desk staff was amazing. The room smelled like cigarettes but had a fabulous view.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Southwest
Roosevelt Park
While Roosevelt Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.
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
If you're spending some time in Heritage Hill, Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Garfield Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garfield Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.
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.
