Northview Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
Visit Northview
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in Northview
The Center Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"We returned this year (2026) with the kids because we had a pretty nice time last year (2025) when we stayed here for the Lantern Festival. The pool was ok, kids said the water was cold. The hot tub was ok, jets were not working. No towels available in pool area, you have to rent them at the front ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
"We visit here a least yearly as my daughter competes at the center. We love just having to walk across the skywalk and be at the performance center. Staff is always great and accommodating no complaints."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
"Everything"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
"Toilet wouldn’t flush and almost overflowed when we first checked in. Microwave was broken. Room was old and small. Parking lost had garbage everywhere. Smelled old. No fire alarm in room. Exposed wires in room from phone being torn from wall. Floor was sticky."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
"Large clean comfortable room."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
"This place was one of the best I’ve stayed in…everything was wonderful! Nice staff l, good breakfast, nice amenities, great location,"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Northview
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.
John Ball Park
While visiting John Ball Park, you might make a stop by sights like John Ball Zoo and Public Museum of Grand Rapids.
