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Places Rated Almanac ranked Grand Rapids as the #3 city in the nation for fun and recreation. Probably because we combine the cultural diversions of a cosmopolitan city with the spectacular recreation of an outdoor paradise.
Click on the links below to check out some of the most popular attractions in Grand Rapids. Or use the search engine to find attractions that suit your specific interests.
Addiction Charters offers salmon and trout fishing excursions on magnificent Lake Michigan aboard fully-equipped 30 foot boat with experienced crew. Pleasure and sunset cruises also available. MORE >>
ALTICOR, is the parent company for Amway, Quixtar, and the Access Business Group. Interactive displays highlight our family of companies. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. For more information call 616-787-6701. Free admission. Reservations recommended for groups of 10 or more. MORE >>
Free admission! 143 acres of woods, streams and meadows. 4 miles of trails open dawn to dusk daily. Saturday community programs. Wildlife rehabilitation center, CSA farm, seasonal camps, historic buildings, festivals 4 times yearly, and a working sugarbush. Memberships available, volunteers always welcomed. A warm and friendly atmosphere to explore, connect and deepen your relationship to the earth. Educational family fun in a natural setting. MORE >>
The IMAX® large format film presentation is the most intense cinematic experience in West Michigan. Celebration! Cinema features the ultimate in stadium seating with Tempur-Pedic rocking chair seats. DLP Digital Cinema! MORE >>
$3.50 All Seats/ All Shows! Relax - it’s a Celebration! Cinema. Get the whole Celebration! experience at half the price! Also your art house for independent movies and alternative films! MORE >>
90 minute antique train rides every Weds. & Sat. (May-Oct), Saturdays only in April & November. Special Theme Trains: Bunny, Memorial Day, Great Train Robbery, Pumpkin & Santa Trains. Caboose parties & locomotive cab rides available. MORE >>
Ride the go-karts, bumper boats and kiddie rides. Play on two miniature golf courses and enjoy the large arcade. Play Laser Tag and drive indoor electric go-karts! Great for birthdays and groups. Dine at our new buffet with four food islands of Pizza, Pasta, Salad & Desserts. MORE >>
DeVos Performance Hall, located in the DeVos Place convention center, is Grand Rapids' premier performing arts facility. It is home to the Symphony, Ballet, Opera, and Broadway Theatre Guild. MORE >>