Medical Mile Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Medical Mile
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
DeVos Place Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in DeVos Place Convention Center during your trip to Grand Rapids.
Activities
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Our pick of the best Medical Mile Hotel Deals
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Clean and comfy
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
The staff was amazing, friendly and helpful. The restaurant choices were great for adults and kids. The pool was a huge hit. We were in town for a hockey tournament and being able to use the skywalk was a BIG plus!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Our best stay in a long time. Very nice!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
The room was clean, and all the front desk staff that we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. I would most definitely stay here again while in the area.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Spark By Hilton Walker Grand Rapids North
Room was very clean, the only thing is I left my shoes behind and when the housekeeping staff found them they threw them away!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Staff was very helpful and the room was clean.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Medical Mile
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.
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.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
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 Van Andel Museum Center.
