John Ball Park, MI

Grand Rapids

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Popular places to visit

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
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
Van Andel Museum Center showing heritage elements and interior views

Van Andel Museum Center

Marvel at the sheer size and scope of the diverse collection and let your kids ride on the carousel on the river in one of the region’s oldest history museums.

Van Andel Museum Center
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
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

John Ball Park Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
310 Pearl Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI
Fully refundable
The price is NT$4,095 per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
NT$4,095
NT$4,832 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Wonderful property. Nice to not pay for parking too!"

Reviewed on 2025/10/12

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

3 out of 5
270 Ann Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is NT$2,961 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
NT$2,961
NT$3,494 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.2/10 (1,053 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. The building is looking a little date but the room was clean."

Reviewed on 2025/10/13

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI

3 out of 5
3251 Deposit Dr, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is NT$3,619 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
NT$3,619
NT$4,271 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,350 reviews)
"Fantastic stay"

Reviewed on 2025/10/13

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

4 out of 5
131 Ionia Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is NT$5,250 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
NT$5,250
NT$6,195 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (783 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, modern, up to date, super clean. All the workers were great. We did valet for our parking. Really short wal to Van Andel arena. Very safe area."

Reviewed on 2025/10/13

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Rapids Airport - South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Rapids Airport - South by IHG

2.5 out of 5
4888 TOWN CENTER DRIVE SE, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is NT$2,665 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
NT$2,665
NT$3,144 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Our room was great and it was very quiet."

Reviewed on 2025/10/15

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Rapids Airport - South by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport

4 out of 5
4747 28th St Se, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is NT$2,535 per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
NT$2,535
NT$2,991 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (996 reviews)
"Convenient place to stay."

Reviewed on 2025/10/14

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
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Other neighborhoods around John Ball Park

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
Grand Rapids featuring a city

Downtown Grand Rapids

4.5/5(214 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.

Downtown Grand Rapids
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
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

Southwest

Southwest might not have many top sights, but Downtown Market and Meyer May House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Southwest
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
A very cool place where the fish go up and down the ladder. You can watch large salmon and steelhead as the jump up the ladder or be carried down. Very cool spot for the whole family.

West Grand

When in West Grand, you can plan a visit to Gerald R. Ford Museum and Van Andel Museum Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Grand

John Ball Park, MI