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15 Best Things To Do in Grand Rapids, MI

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About Grand Rapids


Grand Rapids is a great city to visit for its art scene, food, and breweries. The city has something for everyone, and it is a great place to spend a weekend away. The downtown area has been revitalized in recent years, and there are now plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from. Grand Rapids is also home to some of the best museums in the country, including the Grand Rapids Art Museum and the Grand Rapids Children's Museum. If you're looking for a city with a lot to offer, Grand Rapids is a great choice.

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Weather in January


0.1" of rainfall
25.5 ° average temp
2.2" of snow
0.5" of rainfall
28.9 ° average temp
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Grand Rapids Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit Grand Rapids? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in Grand Rapids.



Places to Stay in Grand Rapids


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Grand Rapids. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Grand Rapids


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in Grand Rapids.



Best Things to do in Grand Rapids, MI


These are the best things to do in the greater Grand Rapids area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Grand Rapids


Twisted Hot Yoga

Twisted Hot Yoga

Based on 24 Reviews
Blandford Nature Center

Blandford Nature Center

Based on 17 Reviews
Kula Yoga Grand Rapids

Kula Yoga Grand Rapids

Based on 15 Reviews


Museums in Grand Rapids


West Michigan Whitecaps

West Michigan Whitecaps

Based on 15 Reviews
Brush Studio

Brush Studio

Based on 9 Reviews
Wealthy Theatre

Wealthy Theatre

Based on 9 Reviews


Restaurants in Grand Rapids


Poke Toki

Poke Toki

Based on 113 Reviews
Cindy's Donuts & Ice Cream

Cindy's Donuts & Ice Cream

Based on 98 Reviews
Cafe de Miro

Cafe de Miro

Based on 81 Reviews


Nightlife in Grand Rapids


Cafe Mamo

Cafe Mamo

Based on 17 Reviews
Maggie's

Maggie's

Based on 14 Reviews
House Rules

House Rules

Based on 12 Reviews


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Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East

Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East

Based on 20 Reviews
The Lafayette House

The Lafayette House

Based on 16 Reviews
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Residence Inn - Grand Rapids Downtown

Based on 5 Reviews

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