Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI
Places to go in Grand Rapids
74 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Arts & Culture
Acrisure Amphitheater
201 Market Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Outdoors
Aman Park
Scenic natural area featuring self-guided hiking & cross-country ski trails for year-round use.
0 -1859 Lake Michigan Dr, Grand Rapids, MI 49534, USA
Wellness
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Traditional rooms with views & free Wi-Fi, plus 5 restaurants & a fitness center with a pool.
187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Nightlife
Billy's Lounge
Lounge mixes mellow candlelit tables with a lively dance floor & live music, plus local beers.
1437 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, USA
Food & Drink
Bitter End Coffee House
Housed in an old bank building, this old-world coffeehouse uses organic beans & is open 24 hours.
752 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
Nightlife
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
3445 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512, USA
Outdoors
Blandford Nature Center
1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
Food & Drink
Blue Water
Restaurant boasts Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architecture, outdoor bar, lake views & a global menu.
5180 Northland Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, USA
Food & Drink
BrickYard Tavern
940 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Food & Drink
Brunch House
820 Forest Hill Ave SE Ste b, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, USA
Sports & Recreation
Bunker Interpretive Center
1750 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, USA
Food & Drink
Butcher's Union
Modern gastropub with a meat-heavy menu of globally inspired fare, 100+ whiskeys & draft beer.
438 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
Outdoors
Cascade Township Park
Community land with lots of athletic facilities, a playground, picnic areas & a sledding hill.
3810 Thornapple River Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, USA
Outdoors
Crahen Valley Park
4355 Leonard St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, USA
Arts & Culture
DeVos Performance Hall
Established theater with 4 in-house companies offers balcony, box & floor seats for diverse events.
303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Outdoors
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Sprawling botanical gardens with diverse sculptures hosting indoor art exhibits & summer concerts.
1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, USA
Food & Drink
Garden District
55 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Food & Drink
Gin Gin's
345 Summer Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
Arts & Culture
GLC Live at 20 Monroe
Contemporary concert hall with around 2600 seats, hosting live music, comedy shows & more.
11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Wellness
Grand Pearl Spa
220 Lyon St NW #700, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Arts & Culture
Grand Rapids Art Museum
Modern space filled with U.S. & European art offering family-friendly activities & other events.
101 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Arts & Culture
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Hands-on learning space for kids ages 2-10 features a real beehive & workshops like robot building.
11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Arts & Culture
Grand Rapids Public Museum
History & science museum with exhibits on 3 floors, plus a 1928 carousel, theater & planetarium.
272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
Outdoors
Grand Rapids Township Park
1836 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, USA