Take in the lakeside beauty of Western Michigan
Take a holiday to Western Michigan and enjoy the area's live music, art galleries and festivals. Renowned for its baseball games, lake and university setting, this city welcomes all visitors. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our holiday rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in Western Michigan
Do you want to discover attractions to visit in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Western Michigan a fun place to get away to. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Millennium Park (4.8 mi / 7.7 km)
- The Meadows (5.9 mi / 9.5 km)
- John Ball Zoo (7.1 mi / 11.4 km)
- Patterson Ice Center (13.6 mi / 21.9 km)
- Watermark Country Club (14.5 mi / 23.3 km)
- Dutch Village (15.1 mi / 24.2 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Western Michigan
Travellers enjoy Western Michigan for its lakeside setting and sunsets. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Western Michigan is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Millennium Park (4.8 mi / 7.7 km)
- Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve (12.3 mi / 19.7 km)
- Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park (13 mi / 20.9 km)
- Pigeon Creek Park (14.1 mi / 22.8 km)
- Veldheer Tulip Gardens (14.8 mi / 23.8 km)
- Van Raalte Farm (14.9 mi / 24 km)
Transport to and around Western Michigan
Fly into Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), the closest airport, located 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County), which is 27.8 mi (44.8 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Grand Rapids Station, Holland Station and Bangor Station are the main stations that serve the city.