Best of all, Grand Rapids is romantic in every season. Here are a few sample itineraries for couples in spring, summer winter and fall. Bundle up and huddle together for warmth. May we suggest a hot toddy or peppermint schnapps?
You can stay at one of 13 downtown hotels to walk to WoW or any of 80 suburban hotels that are just a 10 to minute drive away. There are enough food-and-drink options here to keep you coming back throughout the long weekend! It feels like a wellness center resort in the heart of the city. History and science buffs will appreciate the Gerald R. Get Culture Pass GR for reduced admission to these and other cultural attractions! Attend a theatre, ballet, opera or symphony production , a live music concert or a comedy show just steps from the hotel.
Summer in Grand Rapids is all about enjoying the Grand Outdoors. Spend a day on the beach and get back to Grand Rapids for a night on the town.
Pumpkin picking at Post Family Farm and cider tasting at Robinette's Apple Orchard is the perfect way to spend a fall day. Cooler weather means more snuggling! PrairieSide also features a fireplace in each room. Fall in Grand Rapids brings harvest festivals, hayrides, corn mazes and fresh-made cider and donuts to family farms just outside the city, each an easy and picturesque drive from downtown.
You can also take a self-guided leaf color tour, pick your own apples and pumpkins , and celebrate Halloween and Oktoberfest with us. ArtPrize has countless art pieces spread throughout Downtown Grand Rapids from hundreds of artits from around the world.
