- Our list of the best things to do in Grand Rapids, Michigan, features the top 49 nearby activities — including 23 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Grand Rapids, MI has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 30 things to do within the city of Grand Rapids, MI , followed by 19 popular activities in nearby cities, including Wyoming and Holland
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During the classes an instructor teaches participants how to prepare classic Italian dishes they can enjoy shortly afterwards
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The John Ball Zoological Garden is located in Grand Rapids and serves as a public education institution for wildlife conservation and preservation. The zoo offers seasonal education programs and includes the Van Andel Living Shores Aquarium, the Pelican Pier, and the Far Side of the World Trail.
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101 votes
126 College Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lined with old homes, Heritage Hill Historic District features a variety of architecture, from Victorian to Colonial style houses. Visitors can walk the four mile stretch to view the houses, and even stop by a Frank Lloyd Wright designed house.
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Grand Rapids Art Museum features multiple exhibits on topics that focus on the relationship between nature and artwork. The museum also hosts a classical concert series on Sundays, dinners, and special events for schools.
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184 votes
22 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Geared toward young children, the Grand Rapids Children's Museum inspires children to learn through imaginative play. It includes an animal clinic, playground, 'kidstruction' zone and many other exhibits that introduce children to various careers and hobbies.
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114 votes
2121 Celebration Dr. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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The large Celebration! Cinema Grand Rapids North & IMAX is a prominent entertainment option in the region. It features newly released popular movies in 3D and IMAX when available and frequently holds screenings of The Met: Live in HD shows.
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Grand Rapids Beer Tours provides safe rides to various craft breweries in a 15 passenger van while teaching about the beers and supplying samples. All of their public tours includes a behind the scenes brewery tour.
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Aquinas College is an educational institute based in the Catholic and Dominican faith. First founded in 1886 by the Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapid, the college is named after St. Thomas Aquinas.
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95%
21 votes
3770 Lake Drive, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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The Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve is a 100 acre preserve focused on protecting habitats and species indigenous to the area. Attractions include a variety of hiking trails, a butterfly house, and the Bunker Interpretive Center.
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At Dr. Grins Comedy Club, visitors can attend stand up comedy performances from touring comedians and local acts. The club has a full bar where visitors can order alcoholic beverages, including mixed drinks.
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A non-profit nature center that spans 143 acres, Blandford Nature Center offers wildlife and nature viewing, hiking, and cross-country skiing. It features a Wildlife Center and Interpretive Center, as well.