John Ball Park Travel Guide
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 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.
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.
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.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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.
Things to do
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in John Ball Park
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
"All of the front desk staff were extra friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a great location for walking to restaurants. Easy, free parking."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Center Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"Don’t ask for accessibility, u won’t get it! Only ten cars in parking lot but no accessibility rooms for a wheelchair user. How much sense is that? To many third party site buying out rooms!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Clean room. The staff was great!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
"Clean, quiet"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
"Hot tub was perfect temperature but needed cleaning. Breakfast poor choices, most of hotel vacant. Unable to see out window (was blocked) in room."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
"The pool was cold and the hot tub didn’t work."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in John Ball Park
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Kentwood
Kentwood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Woodland Mall or Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.
Heartside
Heartside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids Art Museum while in the area.
East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Meyer May House.
