Popular places to visit
Fish Ladder Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fish Ladder Park, a lovely green space in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best West Grand Hotel Deals
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Great price, cheap uber in to downtown, awesome river view
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Parking lot by door B was dirty and the door to get in and out was barely working
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
I would have given 5 stars because literally everything was fantastic EXCEPT the room was VERY loud. We were right on the highway and i swear it was like a window was open. Also alot of loud banging from the hallways too. Overall thought great staff, easy check in and out, clean room it even smelled ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Our room was clean and quiet, hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Getting around was quick and convenient.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Close to all and well kept.bstaff was kind and accommodating
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Staff friendly and helpful when needed
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Grand
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and DeVos Performance Hall, 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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.
Alpine Center
Alpine Center might not have many top sights, but Meijer Corporate Headquarters and LMCU Ballpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
John Ball Park
While visiting John Ball Park, you might make a stop by sights like John Ball Zoo and Public Museum of Grand Rapids.
