Popular places to visit
Downtown Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Market during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park is just one of the places to see in Grand Rapids, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Gerald R. Ford Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gerald R. Ford Museum during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Grand Rapids Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Grand Rapids Art Museum during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Grand Rapids Children's Museum during your travels to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Southwest Hotel Deals
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Was a great time. Will definitely come back to stay
Reviewed on 10 November 2025
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Staff
Reviewed on 9 November 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
The front desk staff was exceedingly friendly, quick to point out the complementary coffee, cookies, etc., the room is extremely clean all systems in working condition. A very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 10 November 2025
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Everything was great and the staff were pleasant and helpful
Reviewed on 9 November 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Yes to all
Reviewed on 8 November 2025
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
The front desk staff was amazing. The room smelled like cigarettes but had a fabulous view.
Reviewed on 8 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Southwest
Roosevelt Park
While Roosevelt Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.
Heartside
Heartside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids Children's Museum while in the area.
Heritage Hill
If you're spending some time in Heritage Hill, Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Garfield Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garfield Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum.
East Hills
If you're spending some time in East Hills, Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.
Southwest, MI
- Places of interest
- Southwest Hotels by Star Rating
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- Downtown Market
- Van Andel Arena
- Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
- DeVos Performance Hall
- Grand Valley State University
- John Ball Zoo
- Calvin College
- Woodland Mall
- Cannonsburg Ski Area
- Gerald R. Ford Museum
- Meijer Corporate Headquarters
- Tanger Factory Outlet Center
- RiverTown Crossings Mall
- Grand Rapids Art Museum
- MSA Fieldhouse
- Grand Valley State University - Pew Campus
- Amway World Headquarters
- Davenport University
- Cornerstone University
- LMCU Ballpark
- Aquinas College
- Grand Rapids Children's Museum
- Craig's Cruisers
- Public Museum of Grand Rapids
- Heritage Hill Historic District
- Forest Hills Fine Arts Center
- Fulton Street Farmers Market
- Watermark Country Club
- Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
- Patterson Ice Center
- Leonardo da Vinci's Horse
- Millennium Park
