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What to do in Grand Rapids
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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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Downtown Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
DeVos Performance Hall
You can get tickets for a performance at DeVos Performance Hall during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Calvin College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Calvin College during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Areas of Grand Rapids
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 Children's Museum while in the area.
East Grand Rapids
The restaurants and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit East Grand Rapids. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve and Woodland Mall, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
West Grand
While there might not be top attractions in West Grand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gerald R. Ford Museum and Public Museum of Grand Rapids.
