Midtown Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Lining the streets of this old residential area are more than 1,000 houses of 60 different designs. Spot Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece among these historic homes.
Top hotels in Midtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
"Super clean and great location. Perfect stay!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Center Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"I like this property , when i entered it smells like good and clean but once i left there my card kept getting charges out of nowhere just random charges for close to $600 with no explanations . Manager all of a sudden no where to be found ."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
"This is an amazing hotel. An absolute gem. We cannot wait to return and really explore the property."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
"Great stat"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
"Appreciate the shuttle service. Great staff. One suggestion is to open the bar before 4pm. Arrived early so had to wait on room. We went to another's hotel bar since nothing open at Holiday Inn."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
"breakfast was surprisingly delicious."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
East Hills
While visiting East Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Meyer May House.
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.
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Easttown
The restaurants and live music are just a few features travellers like about Easttown. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Fulton Street Farmers Market and Meyer May House are a few top places to visit.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
