East Hills Travel Guide
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.
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.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in East Hills
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"Everything"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
"Clean and safe, key card to use elevators made me more secure on room floors"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
"The breakfast was horrible! Nothing but junk available. Very disappointed after paying so much for a room here."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
"Inside and out of the hotel is all clean, clear and well maintain. Food great, employees all very friendly and great view."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. Arrived late in the evening and the airport shuttle was there right away. My room and community spaces were very clean and well-maintained. Love the coffee machines in the lobby!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
"The rooms were clean and well maintained. The proximity to everything was easily walkable."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Hills
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
Easttown
The restaurants and live music are just a few features travellers like about Easttown. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District are a few top places to visit.
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.
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
