Downtown Walking Tour

Grand Rapids was named one of the 14 most walkable cities in the U.S. a few years back, largely because of our amazingly compact and fun-filled downtown. There are more than 200 restaurants, shops…

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Family-Friendly Things to Do with Kids in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is where kids and families come to Play Their Way, in every season and all year ‘round. It’s jam-packed with things to do for every kind of kid and every kind of family, so you can plan a…

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Road Biking in Grand Rapids

Bicycling can be a great way to experience a travel destination – it’s healthy, environmentally friendly and provides a whole different perspective than you get riding in an enclosed vehicle. Grand…

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FAQ About Grand Rapids Public Museum

Founded in 1845, the Grand Rapids Public Museum is the oldest museum in Michigan. It is a place of never-ending inspiration and discovery for all ages, with more than 250,000 artifacts and specimens…

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FAQ About Grand Rapids Children's Museum

The Grand Rapids Children's Museum celebrates childhood and the joy of learning by providing an interactive, hands-on experience that encourages self-directed exploration. The 1916-era building is…

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FAQ About GR African American Museum

The Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives promotes, preserves, displays, collects and honors the lives, culture, history and art of local African Americans. In African culture, griots kept…

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FAQ About Grand Rapids Art Museum

The Grand Rapids Art Museum is a beacon of art in an art-loving city, connecting people through art, creativity, and design. Established in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, the Grand Rapids Art…

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FAQ About Blandford Nature Center

Blandford Nature Center invites people of all ages to enjoy, explore and learn in nature. Located just six miles from downtown Grand Rapids, it encompasses 264 acres of wooded and naturalized trails…

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FAQ About Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum

America’s most entertaining presidential museum is both a loving tribute to the U.S. president who grew up in Grand Rapids and a fascinating exploration of the turbulent times our country experienced…

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FAQ About John Ball Zoo

John Ball Zoo has been delighting Grand Rapids residents and visitors since 1891, when a small menagerie of animals – known as the “Ball 40” – began to be assembled on land donated by namesake John…

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