East Paris Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
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 theatre scene.

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.
Woodland Mall
During your trip to Grand Rapids, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Woodland Mall. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Patterson Ice Center
Take the family on an outing to Patterson Ice Center during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Things to do

Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in East Paris

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Breakfast was paid
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Everything was excellent. Front desk staff, room, shuttle to the airport were all top notch.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

WoodSpring Suites Grand Rapids Kentwood
The room was spotless. And the staff was nice.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Extended Stay America Select Suites - Grand Rapids - Kentwood
Clean, spacious room. Clean shower...floors were clean.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Tru by Hilton Grand Rapids Airport
Yes. Very clean & friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Southeast - Kentwood
Hotel management was the best front desk service I have ever had she was patient and very helpful her name was Star and she made sure our stay was perfect and accommodating
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Paris

East Beltline
While visiting East Beltline, you might make a stop by sights like Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve and Centerpointe Mall.

East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.

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.

Garfield Park
Garfield Park might not have many top sights, but Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
