John Ball Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit John Ball Park
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.
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.
Van Andel Museum Center
Marvel at the sheer size and scope of the diverse collection and let your kids ride on the carousel on the river in one of the region’s oldest history museums.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best John Ball Park Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
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Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"Our flight had been canceled the previous day and, despite calling to notify we would miss our first night, but would still need the next two, we arrived the following night to be informed our room was canceled. After being put in a new room, we were awakened at 2 am to a person first attempting ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
"My room was cancelled by staff earlier that day so when I got there to check in they had no rooms left. I waited in the lobby until after 1:00am when luckily another guest checked out early."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
"Inside and out of the hotel is all clean, clear and well maintain. Food great, employees all very friendly and great view."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
"clean and quiet. good breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Everything was great!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around John Ball Park
Black Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Black Hills and surrounding area, you can visit John Ball Zoo and Downtown Market.
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Roosevelt Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Roosevelt Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.
Southwest
When in Southwest, you can plan a visit to Downtown Market and Meyer May House, 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.
