A vibrant art scene and eclectic shopping district add character and charm to this largely rural city 20 minutes east of Grand Rapids. Historic downtown Lowell spans six city blocks alongside the scenic Flat River, close to numerous parks, lakes and golf courses.
Where to Eat in Lowell
From fast food to fine dining, Lowell offers a range of culinary experiences. Favorites include Flat River Grill, offering traditional favorites with creative flair; Keiser’s Kitchen, a classic family-style diner; and Mynt Fusion Bistro, boasting made-from-scratch Pan-Asian fare.
3 Gatos Brewery
- 1760 44th St SW Suite 8
76th Street Truckstop Diner
- 460 76th St SW
84th Street Pub & Grille
- 8282 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW
AC Lounge
- 50 Monroe Ave. NW
Alebird Taphouse and Brewery
- 2619 84th Street SW
Ando Sushi + Bar
- 405 Turner Ave. NW
Anna's House - East Beltline
- 2409 E Beltline Ave. SE
Anna's House - Grandville
- 3766 Potomac Circle SW
Anna's House - Plainfield
- 3874 Plainfield Ave. NE
Aperitivo
- 435 Ionia Ave. SW
Atwater Brewery - Grand Rapids
- 201 Michigan St. NW
Bagel Beanery - Grand Rapids NE
- 455 Michigan Ave. NE
Beltline Bar
- 16 28th Street SE
Bier Distillery
- 5295 West River Drive NE
Big Boiler Brewing
- 318 E. Main St.
Where to Shop in Lowell
Find one-of-a-kind treasures at art galleries, antique shops and variety stores:
Aperitivo
- 435 Ionia Ave. SW
Boutique Emmanuel
- 220 Lyon Street
Bridge Street Market
- 405 Seward Ave. NW
CSBrew Farmers Market
- 95 N. Main
Curiosity Shop at the Grand Rapids Public Museum
- 272 Pearl St. NW
Farm Markets of West Michigan
- 3775 Crystal Waters Ln NE
Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.
- 839 Seward Ave. NW
Founders Company Store
- 235 Grandville Ave. SW
Frederik Meijer Gardens Gift Shop
- 1000 East Beltline Ave. NE
Gerald R. Ford International Airport
- 5500 44th St. SE
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
- 303 Pearl St. NW
Thingamajigs
- 11 Sheldon Ave. NE
Grand Rapids Children's Museum Gift Shop
- 11 Sheldon Ave. NE
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
- 435 Ionia Ave. SW
What to Do in Lowell
Test your skills at Deer Run Golf Club and Arrowhead Golf Course, two challenging courses abounding with natural beauty.
Take a walking tour of historic Main Street, guided by interpretive boards installed by the Lowell Area Historical Museum.
Attend Lowell Showboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts – free concerts held in Riverwalk Plaza on summer Tuesday evenings, in the shadow of a historic riverboat.
What to See in Lowell
See the Fallasburg Covered Bridge, built in 1871, one of only three covered bridges open to traffic in Michigan.
See fascinating art exhibitions all year long at LowellArts! – and don’t miss the annual holiday market in November and December.
See a movie at Goodrich Quality Theaters – first-run films and amazing admission and concession prices.
Local Lowell Favorites
The Fallasburg Fall Festival is a two-day event featuring fine arts and fine crafts, live music, food and more – it’s held in beautiful Fallasburg Park every September.
The Lowell Area Historical Museum invites visitors to step back in time through a wide range of permanent and traveling exhibits – including a Victorian parlor, dining room and porch.
Lowell Hidden Gems
The James C. Veen Observatory is one of the most elaborate amateur-built astronomical facilities in the Midwest – it’s open to the public on the second and last Saturday of each month, April through October.
Beautiful Stony Lakeside Park is home to the Lowell Dog Park, an off-leash space divided into two areas for small and large dogs – the lights are on until 10 pm!