Family-Friendly Things to Do with Kids in Grand Rapids
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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 trip that’s as individual and special as your own household.
Whether your kids are active, athletic, inquisitive, creative, adventurous, cautious, calm, boisterous, focused or fidgety – or all of the above, depending on the time of day – you’ll find endless options for a memorable family-friendly getaway in Grand Rapids. You’ll find some of our favorite recommendations for families with toddlers and tweens below. You can also check out our tips for families with teens.
To prove how friendly the town is for family travel, CNN reporter, Derek Van Dam brings his seven-year-old daughter Maya to take in everything Grand Rapids has to offer. CNN recently named Grand Rapids one of America's Best Towns to Visit.
Grand Rapids is an ideal choice for a family vacation because it combines the pleasures and conveniences of big city life with the charm and affordability of a small town.
