Downtown Grand Rapids Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
Visit Downtown Grand Rapids
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
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.
Millennium Park
Explore the great outdoors at Millennium Park, a lovely green space in Walker. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Sushi Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in Downtown Grand Rapids
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, Ascend Hotel Collection
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Check Downtown Grand Rapids hotel availability
Other neighbourhoods 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
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Meyer May House.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
West Grand
While there might not be top attractions in West Grand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gerald R. Ford Museum and Van Andel Museum Center.