Visit East Grand Rapids
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.
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.
Millennium Park
Explore the great outdoors at Millennium Park, a lovely green space in Walker. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Sushi Making Cooking Class With Local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in East Grand Rapids
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
The property itself is clean and nicely kept. It’s located in the same lot as the Woodlands Mall, which is great for food and coffee. The staff is very helpful and nice. No problems, no issues… great stay for the weekend.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Easy in easy out, very convenient, clean, comfortable room
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel was great but really bummed to find the hot tub and pool down.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 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
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Great price, cheap uber in to downtown, awesome river view
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
You can’t do better than this hotel if you’re looking for convenient access to the airport and friendly service. The rooms are nice, clean, and reasonable as well.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around East Grand Rapids
East Beltline
While visiting East Beltline, you might make a stop by sights like Centerpointe Mall and Orbit Room.
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 Meyer May House are a few top places to visit.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
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.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
East Paris
While visiting East Paris, you might make a stop by sights like Patterson Ice Center and Woodland Mall.
