Alpine Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Alpine Center
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Lining the streets of this old residential area are more than 1,000 houses of 60 different designs. Spot Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece among these historic homes.
Activities
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
West Michigan Wine and Brewery Join in Day Tour
Our pick of the best Alpine Center Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
The room was clean the property is well maintained and the staff was pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
It was great
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids-North by IHG
We had a lovely stay. The whirlpool was great and pillows were fantastic.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North
Breakfast typical not great.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids North
Rooms were spacious and very clean.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Clean room
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alpine Center
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 La Grande Vitesse.
Creston
Creston might not have many top sights, but Huff Park and LMCU Ballpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to La Grande Vitesse and Grand Rapids Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Northeast
While there might not be top attractions in Northeast, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Leonardo da Vinci's Horse and Celebration! Cinema and IMAX Theater.
