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Pro
Lots of interesting, quality attractions
Con
Winter weather is the witches stick.
In a nutshell
A home away from home.
Deer Park / Michigan's Adventure
glabah Says: This park is actually located in Muskegon, Michigan, but as it was part of my lift when I lived in Grand Rapids, and not really When I was a child, this was a fairly small amusement park with a train ride and a few scattered small rides. It was a place to spend a summer...
glabah Says: I remember this nature center as having trails scattered through the woods, and an interpretive center that allowed children to learn about wild places. Long before it was in style elsewhere in the USA, Grand Rapids had a place for children to learn of nature.
Frank Lloyd Wright - Meyer May House
Quillinglady Says: If you like art and architecture then surely don't miss out on a visit to Meyer May House.This is a Frank Lloyd Wright designed house which was built in 1908. You can have a tour of this wonderful home.
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Dabs Says: On our way to Canada for the weekend we stopped in Grand Rapids to visit the Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, specifically to see the Chihuly exhibit that is running through October 31, 2010. There are 15 spots throughout the gardens and park that have Chihuly works placed...
Sparta Town & Country days THIRD WEEK OF JULY
snoopymccormick Says: Located just 15 minutes north of Grand Rapids, by taking main roads, the Village of Sparta holds their annual town and country days celebration every year the 3rd week of July.Attractions include a huge book sale, art exhibit, nature camp, second best sales, a kids carnival...
Frederik Meijers Gardens & Sculpture Park
joits Says: One of the main tourist attractions in Grand Rapids. Although the idea of visiting a gardens might not appeal to some... I think the sculpture park is what makes this stand out from other "gardens". Although I'm not really an artistic person, I loved viewing the various...
807Wheaton Says: I would imagine this would be a wonderful place to visit on a snowy winter day in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is an inviting room full of lovely blooms and foliage. I love the way the table and chairs are tucked under the large plants.
6 Reviews and 340 Opinions If you don't plan to spend the $200+/night to stay here it is definitely worth walking into. The...
2 Reviews and 90 Opinions If you like seeing bed bugs crawling on your sheets (and dead in your dresser drawers), please don't...
Fiesta Burrito Mexican Grill: Don't Miss The Fresh made BURRITOS!
foodcritic Says: I went to eat to Fiesta Burrito with my friends, it's a new place and wanted to tried it out. At first we were not sure, but decided to still go. It was AMAZING!!!!!!! They have the BEST BURRITOS!!!! I also tried one of their Mexican Tacos, it comes with the onions, cilantro...
Fiesta Burrito Mexican Grill: Don't Miss The Fresh made BURRITOS!
foodcritic Says: I went to eat to Fiesta Burrito with my friends, it's a new place and wanted to tried it out. At first we were not sure, but decided to still go. It was AMAZING!!!!!!! They have the BEST BURRITOS!!!! I also tried one of their Mexican Tacos, it comes with the onions, cilantro...
Dabs Says: 2/17/07 update, per page comment below, the restaurant has been torn down and turned into a parking lot-bummer!David has tried to stop at this place a couple of times but he always is passing through on a Sunday when the restaurant is closed.The decor is not fancy and is a...
La Cantina Mexican Grill: DO NOT EAT HERE
gvsugrad14 Says: I've never been so upset after leaving a restaurant. HORRIBLE service!! Their so called "best server" lied to us about the price of their margaritas and denied it later. The manager was standing two feet away and never came to see if something was wrong. My credit card was...
Arnie's: The alternate to Dennys
joits Says: I asked the people at the hotel for a good breakfast place that wasn't Denny's and the suggested this place since it was close by. I ordered the steak and eggs which was really cheap and I guess that's why it was just okay. It definitely did not blow me away but it was...
HotSpotJ Says: The BOB is a very intriguing place in the center of downtown Grand Rapids. This place has four restaurants and is the center of Grand Rapids nightlife. I was here onm a Wednesday, a night with not much going on though there was still live music in the background with a...
cpiers47 Says: The best part about Panera is high quality and creative food at a price even college students can afford. The restaurants are always clean and are designed to be a comfortable place to stay and chat. I love the "U Pick 2" option and often get the 1/2 greek salad and a bowl...
GRGirl Says: Mezze Café features unique entertainment options usually found in larger cities, as well as food with an ethnic theme and great Sangria. From cabaret style shows to my favorite, Belly Dancing with Laura Armenta (Thursdays), Mezze provides an alternative to the mundane...
Touching Gus: Best Live Band In GR
bdblank27 Says: Touching Gus is the premier band on the GR Live Music circuit. The have the perfect blend of classic rock, alternative and originals that leaves the audience salivating for more. Frontman Nate Mehren continually keeps the audience involved in the show, guitariest Lattie...
monteslounge Says: Tuesday:College Night$2 You Call Its 9pm to 10pm$1 You Call Its 10pm to 11pm$2 You Call Its 11pm to 12amDJ Dav playing party favorites & top 40 danceNo cover for ladies or with a college id21+ permittedWednesday:$2 Drafts$3 Martinis9pm to 2am21+ permitted[relaxed dress...
HotSpotJ Says: I came here because it was the only spot that seemed to happening in town. Reminded me very much of a college bar, very young crowd, but they played very good music and I had a great time. Awesome room to move in with a great patio as well. Decent dress- no baggy crap.
What the hell is a Michigan Left?
joits Says: This was very confusing the first time I heard it. A michigan left... uh... how are the lefts here different than any other left I asked? Well, when you're on a main road like Beltline Ave, there are several intersections where you cannot make a left. In order to make the...
While I have not been back to Michigan since my family left in 1979, I do very much remember Gas Light Village in East Grand Rapids. At the time, this was a district of small local stores, and you could find all manner of things in these stores.
Naturally, at the time one of my favorites was a little toy store that sold all manner of toys, but in particular they sold a number of wooden toys made by craftsmen from the area.
Sometime around 1977 or 1978 - a few years before my family left - a huge Toys R Us store opened way out on the edge of town someplace. I remember the grand opening, and after that time the little local toy store in Gas Light Village seemed to have a lot of trouble surviving.
However, the district itself survives, and today has all manner of condominiums, local restaurants, and various other features that make it its own little enclave. It even has its own web site to encourage visitors and real estate developers.
I can't help but wonder what happened to the unique historic buildings which once were part of the charm of Gas Light Village (that is, after all, what the gas lights were all about) but at least the district survives and efforts are being made to promote the local businesses that call the place home.
Written Sep 4, 2011
Website: http://www.gaslight-village.com/
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Grand Rapids seems to be bursting with things to do and see. Be sure to visit this 125 -acre attraction which features the beautiful Meijer gardens and the most comprehensive collection of outdoor...
I've enjoyed seeing Dale Chihuly's works in a variety of settings, in Chicago at the Garfield Conservatory, in various museums as permanent works and even at the federal courthouse in my hometown of...
Again, it was a convention that prompted my trip to Grand Rapids, Michigan. We were there to attend an international clown convention, where the funniest people from around the world meet to share...
I'm 29 and have lived in GR my entire life. I travel quite a bit, and have come to think that compared to other mid-sized cities, Grand Rapids is definately one of the nicer ones. The downtown area......
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