Grand Rapids Attractions

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.

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A view of the front of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum.

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A view of the front of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum.

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Red Panda exhibit at John Ball Zoo.

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Family Bowling at Spectrum Lanes

Fun Places to Go Bowling

Family walking at Calder Plaza.

Grand Rapids Art, Galleries & Sculptures

Aerial Top View of Studio Park, 2021.

Studio Park in Downtown Grand Rapids Has Something for Everyone to Enjoy

Friends Shopping at the Woodland Mall

Shopping Malls and More in Grand Rapids

Skyline: 2019. Showcases convention center and downtown hotels off of the Grand River. Developments on the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel roof.

Downtown Walking Tour

Family exploring Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

Education Experiences

Father and Daughter Exploring the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

Things to Do Inside

Skyline via drone, 2018.

Top Things to Do

Father and Daughter Exploring the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

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GRAAMA 2018 Interior

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Check out The Studio at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts for kid-friendly art activities.

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Watching the penguin exhibit at John Ball Zoo.

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Children's Museum Dad and Daughter

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Sunset at Frederik Meijer Garden's & Sculpture Park

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Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM)

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Dining at the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids is worth the 10-15 minute walk.

Shopping, Food & Fun

Michigan's Adventure Rollercoaster

Adventure Vacations

Family walking at Calder Plaza.

Calder

A family enjoying takeout under the pavilion at the Downtown Market Grand Rapids.

Downtown Market

Tram tour at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Art: I, you, she or he… by Jaume Plensa

Gardens Itinerary

The Mexican Heritage Association Fiesta Mexicana takes place September 13 - 15 at Calder Plaza.

Favorite Places for Groups

Axe throwing is an exciting, darts-like activity for anyone ages 14 and up - just don't forget to wear close-toed shoes.

Adventure Abounds in Grand Rapids

Mascots for the West Michigan Whitecaps

West Michigan Whitecaps: Your Summer Tradition

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Coffee Tastings at Ferris Coffee

Tours & Experiences

Grand Rapids is bursting with tours and experiences for you to be immersed in our culture. Take a scenic drive or tour to see what all the buzz is about.

Experience Grand Rapids

Urban Institute of Contemporary Arts - Artwork: Anne Schierbeek & Hauming Wang

Arts, Culture & History

Grand Rapids has a plethora of art for creators and admirers alike. Explore the many festivals, museums, events, and shops we have involving the arts.