Location: Grand Rapids
Top Things to do in Grand Rapids
The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Grand Rapids, Michigan (MI)
The comforts of a friendly, small-town atmosphere combined with the pleasures of big city life make Grand Rapids an ideal choice for a fun getaway with a host of indoor and outdoor activities. Once known as the furniture capital of the world, the city has a reinvigorated downtown area and a thriving arts and cultural community. Its most popular attraction is the museum dedicated to native son Gerald R. Ford, 38th U.S. President, where interactive exhibits take you to the White House and the 1976 Republican National Convention. Wander through the state's largest tropical conservatory at the Frederik Meijer Gardens, a magical wonderland of gardens, woodlands and over 100 bronze statues by famous artists, including the 24-foot bronze horse designed by Leonardo da Vinci. More outdoor fun is a half-hour away at the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan. Golf lovers have plenty of places to hit the greens since Grand Rapids has more privately owned, daily-fee, public courses than any other U.S. city. Wind up your busy weekend with a cold beer at the Hair of the Frog Brewery or the Grand Rapids Brewing Company.
Restaurants in Grand Rapids
1. Great Lakes Dive Locker
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
PADI 5 star dive center in Grand Rapids Michigan. We train, provide gear, and lead divers in and on the Great Lakes.
2. Grand Rapids Running Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Grand Rapids Running Tours offers a variety of guided group running tours oriented around specific Grand Rapids landmarks and points of interest. Classic 5K and 10K Tours are offered with daily departures or Totally Custom Tours are designed to accommodate any athletic ability, training regimen and cultural interest. The best way to experience Grand Rapids is on foot...Take the City in Stride!
3. GR Paddling - Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 86 reviews
The mission of GR Paddling, LLC is to provide kayak and canoe excursions in and around the greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area, utilizing local waterways as a way to increase appreciation by educating the public in the protection and value of our natural resources, and to promote area tourism through healthy, safe and responsible adventure activities.
4. TreeRunner Grand Rapids Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 77 reviews
TreeRunner Grand Rapids Adventure Park is a premier aerial adventure park in the West Michigan. With over 70 exciting obstacles and ziplines, three difficulty levels, and seven different courses, there is plenty to explore! Experience our unique course in the trees on your own, or with friends and family! This is the perfect outdoor adventure for birthday parties, team building, school field trips, and special events. Located at East Beltline and Knapp corner behind Celebration Cinema North.
5. Indian Trails Golf Course
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Indian Trails Golf Course has 18 holes of golf, a full driving range, the largest short game area in Michigan and is located in the city of Grand Rapids.
6. Tours Around Michigan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Award winning tours! Tours Around Michigan host clients from 90 minutes to two weeks. Customize with countless topics: city, history, historic homes, cultures (Asian, Hispanic, African, Pride, Jewish, European countries), furniture city, urban renewal, fishing, crime/mystery/ghost, military/war/political history & more. Tasting stop options - beer, wine, distillery, chocolate, ice cream & coffee
7. Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By nated602 - Lansing, United States
TP was in fantastic shape today. There is quite a bit of beautiful scenery, especially the holes along the river. I'm never disappointed playing here.
8. Thousand Oaks Golf Club
9. Mines Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Gasman19522
The rolling fairways and challenging pin placements. The Saturday morning staff was extremely helpful and pleasant. The pro and assistant pro offered great tips to manage the course. The young last at the register at 7 am was as friendly as anyone I’ve ever encountered.
10. Moby's Dive Shop, Inc.
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
On-site scuba lake for dive practice-training-FUN, Full equipment rental, Dive decks & changing shed, easy access to water w/shore entry or giant-stride off platform, classroom inside and dive shop, outside decks, underwater platforms, navigation course, fake shipwrecks - one at 45' of depth, lots of fish, exclusive access to Lake, equipment demo and service, CERTIFICATION Programs & dive trips.
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