East Paris Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Paris
Popular places to visit
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.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
Woodland Mall
During your trip to Grand Rapids, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Woodland Mall. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Grand Rapids: Fun Dumpling Making Class With a Local Chef
Fun Dumpling Making Class With a Local Chef in Grand Rapids
Our pick of the best East Paris Hotel Deals
The Center Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"The staff was wonderful help. We left a pair of shoes in the room and they saved them for us until the next day."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
"Cervice"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Spark by Hilton Grand Rapids
"It was a great place to stay!"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
WoodSpring Suites Grand Rapids Kentwood
"Rooms were clean. The full size fridge was a nice touch. Staff was nice. The area was safe."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Comfort Inn Grand Rapids Airport
"I was visiting last weekend after being on the road for 3 hours. Staff cancelled my PAY AT THE PROPERTY reservation due to them being busy after I called twice to see if I can do an early check and was denied. Check in was at 3pm. I arrived at 5pm and was turned down. No call, text or email informing ..."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids
Our guide on where to stay in East Paris
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Kentwood
Kentwood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Woodland Mall or Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.
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.
East Grand Rapids
Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.
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.
