Location: Grand Haven
Top Things to do in Grand Haven
Top 10 Things to do in Grand Haven, United States
Grand Haven is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Ottawa County. Grand Haven is located on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Grand River, for which it is named. As of the 2010 census, Grand Haven had a population of 10,412. It is part of the Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area, which had a population of 1,027,703 in 2014. The city is home to the Grand Haven Memorial Airpark (3GM) and is located just north of Grand Haven Charter Township.
Restaurants in Grand Haven
1. Grand Haven Lighthouse and Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 503 reviews
Reviewed By Prashanth R - Sterling Heights, Michigan
Went here in the beginning of fall and had a good time relaxing on the beach. Water was clean and plenty of space on the beach to just lay back and relax
2. Stan's Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By kookwan - spring lake
A regular Cheers Bar! Friendlist staff around, the owner is awesome, voted coldest beer by the locals. They also have KENO and pull tabs.They serve a small menu of hamburgers, hot dogs, cheese sticks. If you want pizza they have a Pizza deal with MaMa Mias.
3. Grand Haven State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 423 reviews
Reviewed By DDBjen - Grand Rapids, Michigan
The park has a great beach, very wide with plenty of room for all visitors. It has a large parking area, so we had no problem finding a spot. On holidays the lot is packed, but any other weekend is fine. We love the park because we can be at the beach or walk along the pier or along the channel boardwalk. The park has about nine or so beach-volleyball areas and a nice playground. A short 5 - 10 minute walk, and you’re in “downtown “ Grand Haven with many shops and restaurants. We lived in Grand Haven for seven years before moving about an hour away some years ago. Grand Haven is a wonderful family friendly town, perfect for a relaxing vacation. By the way, the State Park is good for the beach and related activities, as I mentioned, but it does not have hiking trails or woods or that type of scenery. It is a beach. And the sunsets are beautiful.
4. The Musical Fountain
Overall Ratings
4 based on 375 reviews
Reviewed By paxton7 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Did a Friday night showing with friends , the fountains lacked the dynamic visual and aural of the bellaigio in Vegas the music was a bit poor , classical might have worked better instead of pop , won't leave the pub next time to watch time
5. Hoffmaster State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 308 reviews
Reviewed By Pam I - Howell, Michigan
This is a wonderful place to hike and just fill that need to be near the water....what a gem Lake Michigan is. Hoffmaster has wonderful hiking trails and an amazing beach. As an amateur photographer I prefer to hike when no one is around so even in the off season and when its cold, this is a beautiful place
6. Tri-Cities Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By lynne7442016 - Grand Haven, Michigan
The Tri-Cities Historical Museum is well worth the visit. There are excellent exhibits showing early history of this area in Michigan. The museum frequently changes its exhibits and offers differing events throughout the year. Entrance is free.Thank you so much for visiting and leaving a kind review! It is very much appreciated.
7. Spring Lake Antique Mall
Overall Ratings
3 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
It was a small antique mall, but it did have several vendors and lots of goods to choose from. It was well maintained and the staff was nice.
8. Rosy Mound Natural Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Elizabeth A - Elmwood Park, Illinois, United States
Rosy Mound has some great hiking trails, but there are many stairs involved to make it to the beach. Bring a blanket if you want to relax on the beach after your hike. Some people were even swimming. The short dune trail is worth it and i's very easy as there is a boardwalk over the sand.
9. Lighthouse Connector Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By FancyFree55 - Florida
We got a great tip from the owner of our vacation rental, who told us not to miss the riverfront boardwalk while we were staying in Grand Haven. What a beautiful surprise on a sunny Saturday afternoon.
My daughter and I walked from Washington Avenue all the way to the beach at Grand Haven State Park. We were delighted with the nonstop parade of boats and yachts entering and leaving the channel. Cherry trees, crab apple trees, dogwood trees, lilacs were all in full bloom creating a magical ambiance.
We loved the pretty red benches strategically situated all along the water. The Coast Guard historical markers were interesting, and we appreciated the beautiful sculptures. The castle birdhouse was a wonderful surprise, and we watched several avians come and go.
Well behaved pups were walking their people, and visitors lolled in the grass or on wooden benches. One family of boaters tied hammocks in a tree and were enjoying a waterfront nap.
During summer season a few vendors sell ice cream, hot dogs, candy, comfort food. Connector Park is a lovely venue for whiling away a weekend afternoon.
10. Train Depot Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By RickMIusa - Grand Rapids, Michigan
This is a nice extra in Grand Haven. It's on Harbor Dr. on your way in/out to pier, beaches, Grand Haven shops, etc., etc. There are lots of nice little things along Harbor Dr. This one always gets nice reviews for their volunteers.....it's a free...MoreThank you so much for taking the time to visit and encouraging others to do the same! Its also very refreshing to hear from someone who understands the importance of preservation as well as safety! Thank you!
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