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 acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene 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 AED 466 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 466
AED 550 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 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)
"New and updated! Would stay again."

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, an IHG 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 AED 860 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
AED 860
AED 1,014 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"It was such a treat that the hotel is located next to the river. The river walk was perfect for walking our two fifteen-pound dogs. The Wolfgang Puck Restaurant ( located on the first floor) was phenomenal ( food and wait staff). Our room was spotless and comfortable. The river view was amazing. ..."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
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 AED 528 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 528
AED 623 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (864 reviews)
"The two restaurants in the hotel were excellent and it was a short walk to the van andel arena"

Reviewed on 11 January 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 AED 415 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
AED 415
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,069 reviews)
"Solid property - hot tub is more luke warm vs hot and the game room has issues with most games. Minor things but simple to fix and customers enjoy them while staying"

Reviewed on 10 January 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI
Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI
3.5 out of 5
710 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is AED 618 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 618
AED 729 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"It’s beautiful inside so clean and bright, I absolutely LOVED it 100/10 definitely do recommend !!!"

Reviewed on 13 January 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
3 out of 5
140 Ottawa Ave, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is AED 621 per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
AED 621
AED 733 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Amazing
"Everyone was very friendly and helpful! Will return in the future."

Reviewed on 5 January 2025

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
See all 464 properties in John Ball Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around John Ball Park

Lost & Found is flanked by Warehouse One and Century Antiques in a giant warehouse chock-full of treasures. Prepare to spend hours in this maze of knick knacks and vintage goodies. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1QqVl0x

Roosevelt Park

While Roosevelt Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.

Roosevelt 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 DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.

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

John Ball Park, MI

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: