Things To Do
Gerald R. Ford International Airport Viewing Park
A lovely spot to watch airplanes land and takeoff! Throughout 2022, we would frequently eat lunch together here. They have picnic tables & lots of space for kids to run around.
John Ball Zoo
We went here in Sept of 2022 and had a great time! They have an incline train, a zipline, and a great animal selection!
Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery
During Fall 2022, we probably visited here a dozen times to get fresh apple cider, fresh fudge, participate in the corn maze & wander the apple orchard (our cat's favorite activity)! You can even watch them make the apple cider!
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Although we haven't yet made it here to visit, it is on our must visit before leaving Grand Rapids list.
Windmill Island Gardens
The only Dutch operated windmill in the US! In the spring, you can find hundreds of thousands of tulips here, but in the fall, it is a lovely place to visit to explore the shops & learn about the windmill.
Holland Harbor Lighthouse
Michigan's most photographed lighthouse & a great place for a walk along the beach!
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
We've only heard good things about visiting here!
WACO Kitchen
We absolutely love this restaurant! With a direct view on to the tarmac to watch arriving airplanes & some windows onto the Waco factory floor (they produce many of the biplanes you see flying today), it is a must-do for anyone interested in airplanes.
Skydive Grand Haven
If you're feeling adventurous, Grand Haven Skydive is the place to go! Eleanor flew a few loads of jumpers last summer and had a blast!
Michigan's Adventure
One of our absolute favorite places! We've been here more times than we can count - as season passholders, it quickly became a cheap & easy date night.
Van Andel Arena
We've been here to watch a hockey game or two. The local team is the Grand Rapids Griffins, but there is also frequently a wide variety of concerts & events here.