Westside Connection
Grand Rapids
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Popular places to visit
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 theatre scene.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Let your kids run wild at the sand pits and tree house while you inspect the sculptures and floral displays in this park’s various gardens.
Gerald R. Ford Museum
Take a holographic tour of Ford’s White House and see a piece of the Berlin Wall in this tribute to the 38th president in the town where he was raised.
Grand Rapids Art Museum
The sleek design of the modernist building reflects the gorgeous contemporary artworks within. Learn how to make art fun in the workshops and camps.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Lining the streets of this old residential area are more than 1,000 houses of 60 different designs. Spot Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece among these historic homes.
Things to do
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Top hotels in Westside Connection
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Our bathroom toilet paper holder wouldnt stay on the wall. Hair on the floor in bathroom. The floor between the beds was wet!! Hotel looked nothing like the clean pictures posted on the internet.
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
We have always loved the Amway. Rooms have become dated and need some work!
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Great location, a lot to do within walking distance. Clean room, friendly staff and the roof top bar is a nice bonus!
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
The public areas were clean and well maintained. The pool and hot tub area were clean, but not did not overwhelm with chlorine smell, as so many hotel pool areas often do. The room was clean and staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
It has alot of foam. Did not use
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Great location, clean, helpful staff and nice hotel
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside Connection
West Grand
While there might not be top attractions in West Grand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gerald R. Ford Museum and Van Andel Museum Center.
John Ball Park
While visiting John Ball Park, you might make a stop by sights like John Ball Zoo and Public Museum of Grand Rapids.
Alpine Center
Alpine Center might not have many top sights, but Meijer Corporate Headquarters and LMCU Ballpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Medical Mile
You'll enjoy the churches and shopping in Medical Mile. You might want to make time for a stop at Heritage Hill Historic District or La Grande Vitesse.
