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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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.
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
I love this hotel it’s in a great spot for downtown events in Grand Rapids
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
The photos of this hotel are untrue. The pool area does not have the slide. A worker very rudely said it has been shut down for 3 years. Our room smelled like pee. They moved us across the hall. My hubby used his UV light to shine on the bottom sheet. 2 visible round stains. We took off the bottom ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Nive pool
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Pool sucked they promised ot was open 2 times before check in and then proceeded to tell us it was closed
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
The staff couldn’t seem to be bothered. The pool was out for weeks and a busload of kids were checking in. No one was told that the pool was out prior to booking the rooms. The breakfast spread was gone by 9 although they didn’t end breakfast until 10. The hotel was full of kids who didn’t get anything. ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around John Ball Park
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.
West Grand
While there might not be top attractions in West Grand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gerald R. Ford Museum and Van Andel Museum Center.
