Beer City Ale Trail
Download this pdf map of 80+ breweries and learn how to become a Beer City Brewsader™.
Learn More ›Go behind the scenes at many of the area's most noted breweries!
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Neighborhoods
Downtown
Enjoy a huge range of entertainment, dining, shopping and sightseeing opportunities, all within an easy, eye-catching 10-minute walk.
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.
Heartside
Grit, growth and creativity characterize this downtown neighborhood, which boasts unique galleries, clever dining spots and many pleasant…
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.
Medical Mile
This world-class health-sciences corridor is spurring new retail and residential developments well beyond its namesake mile.
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.…
Southtown
Diversity is the hallmark of Southtown, with numerous ethnic groups contributing to a vibrant mix of restaurants, shops and events.
Uptown
An eclectic mix of specialty shops, galleries, restaurants and entertainment venues reflect this area’s friendly, funky, fabulous character.
Grand Rapids Breweries
Grand Rapids was named Beer City USA in 2012 and 2013, thanks to our booming craft brewery industry. You can raise a pint of local beer in a variety of diverse environments around town.
Grand Rapids is the perfect starting point for the area's beer tour. Walk your way around the downtown breweries, New Holland - The Knickerbocker, Atwater, Founder's Brewing, HopCat, Grand Rapids Brewing Company and The B.O.B. or use our printable tour map of all the area breweries. Just remember to have a designated driver and drink responsibly!
Become a Brewsader!
Eight stamps in your paper passport or on the NEW App and you become an official Beer City Brewsader!…
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Official Travel Guide
Our 2018 Visitor's Guide features 80 colorful pages of don't-leave-home-without-it information on attractions, activities, lodging and more. Flip through the online guide or request your FREE copy by mail.
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