Downtown Grand Rapids, MI

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Popular places to visit

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park featuring wildflowers and outdoor art

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.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
When visiting the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids, be sure to stop by the Grand Traverse Distillery shop for delicious $5 cocktails and some excellent hospitality. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1Sl2oNV

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.

Downtown Market
The African savannah? No, the amazing Lion habitat at John Ball Park Zoo! John Ball Zoological Garden is an urban park located on the west side of the city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. The John Ball Zoo is situated on the ravines and bluffs along the west edge of the park. The zoo houses a variety of animals from around the world and is a significant regional attraction. With the Zoo School and Wildlife Conservation Fund the zoo gives something back to the community and world as a whole. The zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums

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.

John Ball Zoo
Grand Rapids Art Museum featuring art and interior views

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.

Grand Rapids Art Museum
Gerald R. Ford Museum featuring a fountain and street scenes as well as a small group of people

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.

Gerald R. Ford Museum
A glimmering pathway leading to one of Michigan’s beautiful sunsets.

Millennium Park

Explore the great outdoors at Millennium Park, a lovely green space in Walker. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Millennium Park

Things to do

Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Grand Rapids' haunted tour.

Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour

$32
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour
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Downtown Grand Rapids Hotel Deals

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
187 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$215 nightly
The price is $254 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$254 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
"Every detail seems to be a priority."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

3 out of 5
40 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
$161 nightly
The price is $190 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$190 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"The best!"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

3 out of 5
140 Ottawa Ave, Grand Rapids, MI
$157 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$185 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Overall great"

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

3 out of 5
11 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
$179 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$211 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Easy checkin"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
83 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
$109 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$128 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star boutique hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
"Food was great employees were excellent. Very friendly."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

4 out of 5
235 Louis Campau Promenade Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
$289 nightly
The price is $341 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$341 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel staff was very professional. The valets were extremely helpful and did such a great job of taking care of our luggage and getting us up to our room. Overall, a wonderful experience."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Grand Rapids

Iconic in GR.

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
Grand Rapids Art Museum which includes a city

Heartside

4.5/5(229 area reviews)

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
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Belknap Lookout

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belknap Lookout and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Rapids Art Museum and DeVos Performance Hall.

Belknap Lookout
Meyer May House which includes interior views

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.

Heritage Hill
Lost & Found is flanked by Warehouse One and Century Antiques in a giant warehouse chock-full of treasures. Prepare to spend hours in this maze of knick knacks and vintage goodies. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1QqVl0x

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.

Roosevelt Park
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Midtown

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.

Midtown
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