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Grand Rapids

Popular places to visit

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park featuring wildflowers and outdoor art

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.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
John Ball Zoo

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 theater scene.

John Ball Zoo
Downtown Market

Downtown Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Market during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Downtown Market
Gerald R. Ford Museum showing street scenes and a fountain as well as a small group of people

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.

Gerald R. Ford Museum
Grand Rapids Art Museum showing interior views and art

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.

Grand Rapids Art Museum
Grand Rapids Children's Museum

Grand Rapids Children's Museum

You can take time to visit Grand Rapids Children's Museum during your travels to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Grand Rapids Children's Museum

Things to do

Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Grand Rapids' haunted tour.

Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour

P1,809
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour
Grand Rapids: Judy Garland Museum Admission Ticket

Grand Rapids: Judy Garland Museum Entry Ticket

P700
per adult
Grand Rapids: Judy Garland Museum Entry Ticket
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Top hotels in Westside Connection

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
3 out of 5
3333 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is P5,359 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
P5,359
P6,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,235 reviews)
"Heater not working properly, too hot had to turn fan off.Air circulation would not cut off."

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
187 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is P13,539 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
P13,539
P15,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great weekend getaway. Very convenient lovely small town vibe with big city attitude. Love the art!"

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
3 out of 5
3251 Deposit Dr, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is P6,342 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P6,342
P7,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,108 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean very safe area rooms were very comfortable and clean excellent hotel will stay again fursure"

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
140 Ottawa Ave, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is P6,883 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
P6,883
P8,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
In and out for a show at DeVos
"In and out for a show at DeVos Center. Great location for walking, several great restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2025

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
40 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is P8,309 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P8,309
P9,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (903 reviews)
"Nice place and close to what we wanted to walk too."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
3063 Lake Eastbrook Blvd SE, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is P3,887 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
P3,887
P4,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Overall good stay, comfortable.
"The hotel was clean. The parking lot looked full, but there was plenty of parking closer to our room. The check in line was longer than expected, but it went fast. The room was very clean, beds were comfortable. The only issue was the pool. It was cold. I asked and was told it was set at 80', however ..."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside Connection

The African savannah? No, the amazing Lion habitat at John Ball Park Zoo! John Ball Zoological Garden is an urban park located on the west side of the city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. The John Ball Zoo is situated on the ravines and bluffs along the west edge of the park. The zoo houses a variety of animals from around the world and is a significant regional attraction. With the Zoo School and Wildlife Conservation Fund the zoo gives something back to the community and world as a whole. The zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums

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.

John Ball Park
A very cool place where the fish go up and down the ladder. You can watch large salmon and steelhead as the jump up the ladder or be carried down. Very cool spot for the whole family.

West Grand

When in West Grand, you can plan a visit to Gerald R. Ford Museum and Public Museum of Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Grand
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Alpine Center

When in Alpine Center, you can plan a visit to Meijer Corporate Headquarters and LMCU Ballpark, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alpine Center
Grand Rapids featuring a city

Downtown Grand Rapids

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.

Downtown Grand Rapids
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Belknap Lookout

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belknap Lookout and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids.

Belknap Lookout
Iconic in GR.

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.

Medical Mile

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