Ken-O-Sha Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ken-O-Sha Park
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.
Steelcase Furniture Headquarters
After visiting Steelcase Furniture Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Our pick of the best Ken-O-Sha Park Hotel Deals

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
The room was spotless clean Prompt 24 hr service to the airport A
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Very clean. Courtesy staff. Well above average complimentary breakfast.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Clean room
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Clean staff was awesome
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Clean, spacious, and great location.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Clean, modern, friendly and quiet. The food was drinks were great at the bar!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ken-O-Sha Park

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.

Garfield Park
Garfield Park might not have many top sights, but Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.

East Beltline
While visiting East Beltline, you might make a stop by sights like Centerpointe Mall and Orbit Room.

Southwest
When in Southwest, you can plan a visit to Downtown Market and Meyer May House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.
