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

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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Downtown Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music 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 great live music or attend a sporting event.
Activities

2 Hour Pasta Making Class with Local Chef in Grand Rapids
Our pick of the best Ken-O-Sha Park Hotel Deals

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
The room was clean and comfortable and the staff friendly! The only issue at all was the freezing cold hallways.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff was very accommodating, friendly and
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Great room, early check in and upgrade
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Everything was very clean and the staff friendly.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Everything was great. We will be back next event.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
The staff at the desk, ON THANKSGIVING, was very kind and professional. Rooms and all facilities are clean and updated.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
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 Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.

Southwest
When in Southwest, you can plan a visit to Downtown Market and Meyer May House, 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 Heritage Hill Historic District are a few top places to visit.
