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Grand Rapids, Michigan
From world-class attractions and outdoor recreation to nationally ranked food and craft beverage scenes – Grand Rapids, Michigan is filled with unexpected surprises. Discover why we're America’s Best Beer City, the nation’s Craft Beverage Capital, and a Top 20 U.S. Foodie City. Get an eyeful of spectacular art and an earful of live music. Explore our endless opportunities for family fun. Make your travel dreams come true in Grand Rapids!
A Guide to Solo Travel in Grand Rapids
- photo by Mod Bettie for Experience GR
- 7 min
Whether you’re a seasoned solo traveler or you’re just thinking of taking your first…
Women-Owned Businesses in Grand Rapids
- photo by Ideology for Experience GR
- 14 min
Grand Rapids is an entrepreneurial city, and our risk-taking, can-do spirit extends to women as well…
Take a Soft Trip to Grand Rapids
- photo by Nick Irwin for Experience GR.
- 3 min
Get more out of your getaway by doing less. That’s the idea behind “soft…
Veronica The Explorer Explores Grand Rapids
- photo by Courtesy of Veronica Gordon (@veronicagordonofficial)
- 8 min
Veronica Gordon – also known as @VeronicaGordonOfficial on Instagram – is an…
Exploring Cherry Street in Grand Rapids
- photo by Bryan Esler for Experience GR.
- 8 min
While downtown Grand Rapids boasts the city’s largest concentration of shopping and dining…
Check Out These Black-Owned Restaurants in Grand Rapids
- photo by Bryan Esler for Experience GR
- 9 min
Celebrating Grand Rapids means lifting up the people, traditions, cultures and, of course, foods…
Enjoying the Downtown Refreshment Area with Your Dog
- photo by Haley Chicoine for Experience GR.
- 3 min
Enjoying the Downtown Refreshment Area with Your Dog Hey, dog people – if you like to bring…
Ideas for Your Girlfriends’ Getaway in Grand Rapids
- photo by Dorelle Brock for Experience GR.
- 11 min
Looking for a place to relax and have fun with your gal pals without breaking the budget? Look no…
Take a Spa & Wellness Trip to Grand Rapids
- photo by Dorelle Brock for Experience GR.
- 6 min
Grand Rapids, Michigan is a city known for its vibrant food and drink culture – think Flights…
A Local's Guide to Finding Sweet Treats in Grand Rapids
- photo by Ashley Wierenga for Experience GR
- 4 min
If you’re trying to shop locally more often, this list is for you. If you love dessert, this…
Grand Rapids Restaurants with Great Vegan Options
- photo by Rachelle Welling for Experience GR
- 14 min
Surveys generally put the count of vegans in the U.S. at 2-6% of the population. That may not seem…
Locally Owned & Operated LGBTQIA+ Businesses to Check Out
- photo by Addison Causley for Experience GR
- 18 min
Grand Rapids is home to many locally owned and operated LGBTQIA+ businesses. The city is now a…
Your Romantic Getaway Weekend Itinerary in Grand Rapids
- photo by Brian Kelly for Experience GR
- 7 min
Grand Rapids has been named 1 of 16 Incredibly Romantic Midwest Getaways by TripAdvisor and 1 of the…
Biking Kent Trails Along Millennium Park
- photo by Experience Grand Rapids
- 6 min
Whether you’re in the mood for a quiet, scenic nature ride or you’re looking for an…
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Themed Bars and Restaurants in the Grand Rapids Area
- photo by Brian Craig for Experience GR
- 8 min
Grand Rapids has seen an influx of themed bars and restaurants over the course of the past few years…
West Michigan Whitecaps: Your Summer Tradition
- photo by Ideology for Experience GR
- 8 min
With dozens of themed nights, special giveaways, new food/drink choices and a variety of entertainment…
Go Roller Skating in Grand Rapids
- photo by Bryan Esler for Experience GR
- 7 min
Roller skating is cool again. Not since the disco era of the 1970s and ‘80s has the sport been so…
Grand Rapids Makes Performing Arts Accessible
- photo by Ashley Wierenga, Courtesy of Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
- 7 min
With professional ballet, opera and symphony companies, a presenter of touring Broadway shows, the…
Local’s Guide to Party Venues in Grand Rapids
- photo by Addison Causley for Experience GR
- 12 min
Whether you’re planning a birthday bash, a graduation celebration, holiday outings, corporate…
Best Bookstores in Grand Rapids
- photo by Rachel Greiner for Experience GR
- 5 min
One of the pleasures of travel for book lovers is discovering independent bookstores. Just as readers…
Sensory-Friendly Experiences in Grand Rapids
- photo by Brian Craig for Experience GR
- 6 min
Several Grand Rapids attractions, including John Ball Zoo and the Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM), are…
A College Student's Guide to Hosting Friends and Family
- photo by Ideology for Experience GR
- 6 min
If you couldn’t tell from its lively energy and abundance of young faces, Grand Rapids is a…
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Grand Rapids Griffins VS Rockford Icehogs
Van Andel Arena
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Grand Rapids Rise VS Vegas Thrill
Van Andel Arena
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The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival
John Ball Zoo
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Grand Rapids Griffins VS Texas Stars
Van Andel ArenaGR
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Fred & Dorothy Fichter Butterflies Are Blooming
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture ParkGR
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Family-Friendly Things to Do with Kids in Grand Rapids
- photo by Samantha Denman for Experience GR
- 7 min
Grand Rapids is where kids and families come to Play Their Way, in every season and all year ‘round. It’s jam-packed with things to do for every kind of kid and every kind of family, so you can plan a…
Things to do with Teens in Grand Rapids
- photo by Haley Chicoine for Experience GR
- 6 min
Traveling to Grand Rapids with a teenager? The city and region offer plenty of possibilities to satisfy even the hardest-to-please adolescents. Whether your teen prefers outdoor adventure or indoor…