Popular places to visit

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.

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.
Aquinas College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Aquinas College during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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.
Top hotels in Easttown

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Breakfast was paid
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Always a pleasure to stay here, it’s clean, rooms are beautiful and staff is very polite.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Great
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
I absolutely love the decor of the hotel. I loved the room. I love the fact that you had large towels. And the rooftop bar was amazing and the staff was very nice.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
This hotel was very nice. The staff is very friendly, it was reasonably priced, and centrally located. We would stay there again.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Good room service
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Easttown

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.

East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.

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.

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 Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.

