John Ball Park Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
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Popular places to visit
John Ball Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at John Ball Zoo during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Gerald R. Ford Museum
Take a holographic tour of Ford’s White House and see a piece of the Berlin Wall in this tribute to the 38th president in the town where he was raised.
Van Andel Museum Center
Marvel at the sheer size and scope of the diverse collection and let your kids ride on the carousel on the river in one of the region’s oldest history museums.
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Let your kids run wild at the sand pits and tree house while you inspect the sculptures and floral displays in this park’s various gardens.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Grand Rapids Art Museum
The sleek design of the modernist building reflects the gorgeous contemporary artworks within. Learn how to make art fun in the workshops and camps.
Top hotels in John Ball Park
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
My stay at Holiday Inn downtown Grand Rapids was great and very comfortable. They offered a breakfast buffet for $16.99, but we did not check it out. This hotel was clean, the staff was great, and they offered a free shuttle bus to downtown events. I recommend this hotel and I will stay here ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Used the airport shuttle, no issues. Coffee maker was pitiful. Breakfast was expensive and not open for long. Can’t comment on staff, hardly saw them.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Rooms are clean but noise is so high.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
The hotel nice and clean , excellent breakfast choices.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
The property is BEAUTIFUL! It's right in the heart of everything so walking around is easy to do. The food! AMAZING!!! I can't wait for another stay!!!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
It's a beautiful place! Breakfast and staff were great.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around John Ball Park
Black Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Black Hills and surrounding area, you can visit John Ball Zoo and Downtown Market.
Heartside
Heartside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids Children's Museum while in the area.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Roosevelt Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Roosevelt Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.
Southwest
When in Southwest, you can plan a visit to Downtown Market and Meyer May House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Medical Mile
You'll enjoy the churches and shopping in Medical Mile. You might want to make time for a stop at Heritage Hill Historic District or La Grande Vitesse.
