John Ball Park, MI

Grand Rapids

Photo by Patrick Laughlin 
Photo by Patrick Laughlin 

Popular places to visit

The African savannah? No, the amazing Lion habitat at John Ball Park Zoo! John Ball Zoological Garden is an urban park located on the west side of the city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. The John Ball Zoo is situated on the ravines and bluffs along the west edge of the park. The zoo houses a variety of animals from around the world and is a significant regional attraction. With the Zoo School and Wildlife Conservation Fund the zoo gives something back to the community and world as a whole. The zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums

John Ball Zoo

4.5/5(99 reviews)

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.

John Ball Zoo
Gerald R. Ford Museum featuring a fountain and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Gerald R. Ford Museum

4.5/5(146 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gerald R. Ford Museum during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Gerald R. Ford Museum
Van Andel Museum Center showing heritage elements and interior views

Van Andel Museum Center

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Van Andel Museum Center during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Van Andel Museum Center
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park featuring wildflowers and outdoor art

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

4.5/5(200 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, a lovely green space in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
When visiting the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids, be sure to stop by the Grand Traverse Distillery shop for delicious $5 cocktails and some excellent hospitality. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1Sl2oNV

Downtown Market

4.5/5(353 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Market during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Downtown Market
Grand Rapids Art Museum featuring art and interior views

Grand Rapids Art Museum

4.5/5(112 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Grand Rapids Art Museum during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Grand Rapids Art Museum

John Ball Park Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
310 Pearl Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is SAR 503 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 503
SAR 593 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"CLOSE WHERE WE STAYED"

Reviewed on 10 February 2025

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, an IHG Hotel
BlueJay Hotel
BlueJay Hotel
2 out of 5
644 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is SAR 331 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
SAR 331
SAR 659 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, premium bedding, and climate control. Popular attractions DeVos Performance Hall and Van Andel Arena are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"This was a lovely space — decorated beautifully, clean, and comfortable. We will definitely be back!!"

Reviewed on 27 January 2025

BlueJay Hotel
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
187 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is SAR 878 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 878
SAR 1,036 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great weekend getaway. Very convenient lovely small town vibe with big city attitude. Love the art!"

Reviewed on 9 February 2025

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
3 out of 5
3333 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 347 per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
SAR 347
SAR 410 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,224 reviews)
"Easy to get to, parking is free and simple, and checkin was fast and easy. There was a 50 dollar incidental fee added to checkin costs that i dont recall being disclosed on the website though!"

Reviewed on 9 February 2025

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
40 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is SAR 539 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 539
SAR 636 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (896 reviews)
Great stay
"Amazing hotel with great service"

Reviewed on 8 February 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
3 out of 5
3251 Deposit Dr, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is SAR 388 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 388
SAR 458 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,103 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean very safe area rooms were very comfortable and clean excellent hotel will stay again fursure"

Reviewed on 11 February 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
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Other neighborhoods around John Ball Park

Grand Rapids featuring a city

Downtown Grand Rapids

4.5/5(214 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.

Downtown Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Art Museum which includes a city

Heartside

4.5/5(229 area reviews)

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.

Heartside
When visiting the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids, be sure to stop by the Grand Traverse Distillery shop for delicious $5 cocktails and some excellent hospitality. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1Sl2oNV

Southwest

Southwest might not have many top sights, but Downtown Market and Meyer May House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Southwest
Iconic in GR.

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.

Medical Mile
A very cool place where the fish go up and down the ladder. You can watch large salmon and steelhead as the jump up the ladder or be carried down. Very cool spot for the whole family.

West Grand

When in West Grand, you can plan a visit to Gerald R. Ford Museum and Public Museum of Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Grand
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Belknap Lookout

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Belknap Lookout and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids.

Belknap Lookout

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