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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.
Canepa Tennis Center
Catch an event at Canepa Tennis Center during your trip to Grand Rapids. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
Things to do

Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in East Grand Rapids

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
The staff was outstanding!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
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Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Stay was ok. Nothing special. Decent pricing compared to nearby locations for a spur of the moment stay. Place was clean. Seemed like staff was under stocked for stays as we couldn't get any more blankets or pillows, and the kitchen staff was pretty rude. Parking garage was a little confusing and ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Great weekend!!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Only thing I would complain about is the breakfast. Had a big event at Van Andel Arena the night before and a ton of people stayed here to. The event lasted longer than most people stay up and so we were all sluggish in the morning and didn’t make it to breakfast until 9, breakfast was until 930. ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Everything was clean and in working order in our room. The housekeeper was very nice and polite. All the staff we’re welcoming
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around East Grand Rapids

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.

East Beltline
While visiting East Beltline, you might make a stop by sights like AMF Eastbrook Lanes and Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.

Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.

Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.

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 Paris
While visiting East Paris, you might make a stop by sights like Patterson Ice Center and Woodland Mall.
