Downtown Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids
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Popular places to visit
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.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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 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.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Lining the streets of this old residential area are more than 1,000 houses of 60 different designs. Spot Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece among these historic homes.
Downtown Grand Rapids Hotel Deals
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Olivia checked us in and was very informative and helpful. The room was spacious with ample room and comfy beds.
Reviewed on 2026/3/20
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
The room was very clean and had all of the amenities you would need for a longer stay. My son is autistic so this is helpful as he is picky about what he eats and has specialized foods. There was an apartment sized fridge to fit all of the things we needed. The dishwasher was very nice as well. The ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Ready walking access to venues and activities. Very comfortable rooms. Staff is friendly
Reviewed on 2026/3/20
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
Didn’t use either
Reviewed on 2026/3/21
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The hotel is right downtown with easy access to concert venues and restaurants. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. We stayed in the double room and it was quite spacious with two vanities. The only drawback was that there was no natural light as the two small windows opened to a brick ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Rooms were clean, staff was friendly. This place is slowly developing to becoming my go to spot for concerts nights! Only downside was that hot water seems to be very inconsistent here.
Reviewed on 2026/3/2
Other neighborhoods 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
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 Broadway Grand Rapids.
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.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
East Hills
If you're spending some time in East Hills, Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries are top sights worth seeing.
