Popular places to visit
Downtown Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Grand Rapids Children's Museum during your travels to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Southwest
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
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Good room service
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Great
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
friendly staff.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Great staff and amenities
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
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.
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
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.
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.
