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Grand Rapids Attractions

Places Rated Almanac ranked Grand Rapids as the #3 city in the nation for fun and recreation. Probably because we combine the cultural diversions of a cosmopolitan city with the spectacular recreation of an outdoor paradise.

Ideas for your visit

Explore these stories of things to do in Grand Rapids.

Two microphones on a wood surface

Where to Find Great Karaoke in Grand Rapids

Two microphones on a wood surface

Where to Find Great Karaoke in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Public Museum at the Holidays

Fun and Educational Winter Break Activities for All Ages

Long Island Buddha by Zhang Huan

Visiting Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in the Winter

The Curiosity Shop at the GRPM

Gift Shops at Local Attractions

A view of the front of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum.

FAQ About Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum

Red Panda exhibit at John Ball Zoo.

Visit John Ball Zoo's Red Pandas & More

Family Bowling at Spectrum Lanes

Fun Places to Go Bowling

Family walking at Calder Plaza.

Grand Rapids Art, Galleries & Sculptures

Aerial Top View of Studio Park, 2021.

Studio Park in Downtown Grand Rapids Has Something for Everyone to Enjoy

Friends Shopping at the Woodland Mall

Shopping Malls and More in Grand Rapids

Skyline: 2019. Showcases convention center and downtown hotels off of the Grand River. Developments on the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel roof.

Downtown Walking Tour

Family exploring Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

Education Experiences

Father and Daughter Exploring the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

Things to Do Inside

Visitors to the Grand Rapids Public Museum

Top Things to Do

Father and Daughter Exploring the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

FAQ About Grand Rapids Public Museum

GRAAMA 2018 Interior

FAQ About GR African American Museum

Check out The Studio at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts for kid-friendly art activities.

FAQ About UICA

Watching the penguin exhibit at John Ball Zoo.

FAQ About John Ball Zoo

Children's Museum Dad and Daughter

FAQ About Grand Rapids Children's Museum

Sunset at Frederik Meijer Garden's & Sculpture Park

FAQ About Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM)

FAQ About Grand Rapids Art Museum

Dining at the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids is worth the 10-15 minute walk.

Shopping, Food & Fun

Michigan's Adventure Rollercoaster

Adventure Vacations

Family walking at Calder Plaza.

Calder

A family enjoying takeout under the pavilion at the Downtown Market Grand Rapids.

Downtown Market

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Area Things to Do

Coffee Tastings at Ferris Coffee

Tours & Experiences

Grand Rapids is bursting with tours and experiences for you to be immersed in our culture. Take a scenic drive or tour to see what all the buzz is about.

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