Visit John Ball Park
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 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.
Van Andel Museum Center
Marvel at the sheer size and scope of the diverse collection and let your kids ride on the carousel on the river in one of the region’s oldest history museums.
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.
Downtown Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
Top hotels in John Ball Park
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Staff was courteous at check in. Room was clean but not spacious. Water was hot for shower. Did not use amenities or dining. Location is close and convenient to downtown.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Rooms are clean and no weird smells. The food is great and the hotel is pretty accommodating as i needed to checkout late and they happily extended and extra hour free of charge. The showers are absolutely amazing and so is the mirror in the bathroom. You are provided many towels in the room as well ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Beautiful room with a view of the river, clean, perfect.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Yes the room wa clan and location was perfect
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Staff and balcony
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Breakfast had a variety, the room was clean, other than we found a water bottle under the fold out couch when we arrived. Tv in the room stopped working, alerted staff and it was fixed very quickly! Pool area was clean. We watched the hot tub be drained, cleaned and refilled quickly. Gym area was ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around John Ball Park
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Southwest
When in Southwest, you can plan a visit to Downtown Market and Meyer May House, 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.
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.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
