Heritage Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Heritage Hill
Popular places to visit
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.
Meyer May House
Skylights and leaded glass windows combine with the leafy décor to create the melodious and airy setting of Michigan’s Prairie Masterpiece, restored to past glory.
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.
Activities
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Our pick of the best Heritage Hill Hotel Deals
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
No breakfast provided; needed a wristband to use the pool?; elevator was not working part of the time, and we were on the 5th floor. Air conditioning in room was not working properly.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Great location, clean facilities and super friendly staff! Will be my go to place to stay in GR!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Very nice
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Easy check-in, spacious clean room, convenient location, lots of breakfast options
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
WoodSpring Suites Grand Rapids Kentwood
Know that you have to pay for linens exchange. All cookware has to be paid for as well. Slightly sketchy but good if you need somewhere to sleep while on the road. The staff is not available after a certain time and aren’t available until late morning. Rooms are mostly clean, but bed and bedsheets/comforters ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
Everything was great except having to switch rooms when adding a night. Also really wished for a hot tub.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heritage Hill
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.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
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.
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Meyer May House are a few top places to visit.
