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Enjoy a huge range of entertainment, dining, shopping and sightseeing opportunities, all within an easy, eye-catching 10-minute walk.

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West Side

From tigers and coffee to meat markets and Mexican restaurants, the West Side is a fascinating mix of old-school and up-and-coming.

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Heartside

Grit, growth and creativity characterize this downtown neighborhood, which boasts unique galleries, clever dining spots and many pleasant…

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Heritage Hill

One of the nation’s top old-house neighborhoods – with 1,300 buildings dating back to 1844 – is just a five-minute walk from downtown.

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Medical Mile

This world-class health-sciences corridor is spurring new retail and residential developments well beyond its namesake mile.

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North Quarter

The city’s largest park, tiniest burger joint, oldest sweet shop and newest best-bar winner are just a few of the pleasures that await visitors.…

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Southtown

Diversity is the hallmark of Southtown, with numerous ethnic groups contributing to a vibrant mix of restaurants, shops and events.

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Uptown

An eclectic mix of specialty shops, galleries, restaurants and entertainment venues reflect this area’s friendly, funky, fabulous character.

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Beer City, USA

Voted Beer City USA in national polls and named Best Beer Town and Best Beer Scene by USA TODAY readers, Grand Rapids is the perfect place for your next beercation. Our Beer City Ale Trail boasts 60+ breweries – that’s more incredible craft beer per square mile than just about anywhere else on earth.

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USA Today 10Best | Grand Rapids named Best Beer Scene Michigan’s second-largest city sports the state’s strongest beer scene, thanks largely to the presence of the world-renowned Founders Brewing Co.…

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Come learn how passionate people using locally grown ingredients have created an ever-expanding lineup of uniquely refreshing brews … and treat your taste buds to some of the world’s best beers!

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Find a Brewery

Check out all the different breweries in the area. Search through the...

Beer City Brewsader Passport

Are you a Brewsader? Grab a passport, become a Brewsader by visiting area...

Do Something Crafty: Beer Tours

Explore beer production tours, guided beer tours and our self-guided Beer...

Hotel Beer Packages

The best way to explore Beer City is by staying in one of the great Beer...

Beer City Ale Trail

Print this map and explore the Beer City Ale Trail on your own! Please...

Cideries

Grand Rapids is now earning recognition for its fast-growing production of...

Find Your Craft Beer Heaven in Grand Rapids

There's a place that speaks the language of craft beer fluently. From the brewmaster's ever changing recipes to the fans that gather. Grand Rapids earns the name Beer City USA everyday. Because finding your craft beer heaven is Pure Michigan.

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Riverside Lounge: Craft Taproom and Bourbon Bar

When the owner of an intelligently curated craft beer bottle shop has the opportunity to expand with an adjoining...

Jason Ley
May 25, 2017

Grand Rapids Tours and Experiences: Don’t Miss Founders’ Educational Classes

Painting classes, cooking classes, walking tours, photography classes, craft beer tours , live music — there’s no end to...

Kirsetin Morello
May 18, 2017

Where to Catch a Game: 5 Sports Bars in the Grand Rapids Area

In addition to being the home of several competitive sports teams such as the West Michigan Whitecaps and the Grand...

Kirsetin Morello
April 17, 2017

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Experience Grand Rapids with these Beer City Hotel Package options that include additional amenities, beer specials and other beercation fun!

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The creative spirit that distinguishes Grand Rapids extends to the region's beer makers. Our local brewmasters take an artisan approach to their craft, conceiving and formulating unique beers full of big character and flavor.

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Experience Beer City

Find a Brewery

Beer City Brewsader Passport

Do Something Crafty: Beer Tours

Hotel Beer Packages

Beer City Ale Trail

Cideries

Find Your Craft Beer Heaven in Grand Rapids

Hotel Beer Packages

Find Your Inspiration

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