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A 4-Day Farm-to-Table Adventure in Grand Rapids

Discover the charm and adventure of Grand Rapids, Michigan!

22 April 2023

Grand Rapids is a vibrant and culturally diverse city located in western Michigan, United States. As a tourist, you can enjoy exploring the city's many museums and galleries, including the Grand Rapids Art Museum, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, and the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts. You can also experience Grand Rapids' outdoor recreation opportunities by visiting the John Ball Zoo, Grand River Park, or the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

Travel plan

• Welcome to Grand Rapids, the cultural hub of Michigan! Check into Hyatt Place Grand Rapids/Downtown, located in the heart of the city. Enjoy a cup of coffee at Madcap Coffee next door.
• -Visit the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, featuring outdoor and indoor gardens, a butterfly exhibit, and a contemporary art collection.
• -Grab lunch at Harmony Brewing Company, known for their wood-fired pizzas and craft beer.
• -Afternoon stroll at the Grand River, Michigan’s longest and drink in the fresh air
• -Admire the contemporary art exhibits at the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
• -End the day at the SpeakEZ Lounge, a laid-back jazz bar with craft cocktails.

• Get your sugar fix today and sample the city’s best dessert spots!
• -Start the day at the famous Grand Cakes for their signature cakes, cookies and sourdough doughnuts
• -Check out the Downtown Market where you can find sweet treats from over 20 artisan food vendors.
• -Lunch at Grand Rapids’ oldest pizzeria, Vitale's, known for their Detroit-style pizza.
• -Stroll through the Eastown neighborhood and visit Wealthy Street Bakery for their artisan bread and croissants.
• -Visit Furniture City Creamery, a must-visit for ice cream lovers. Flavors rotate, but expect some unique options like apple cider sorbet or whisky almond.

• Immerse yourself in Grand Rapids’ natural beauty and enjoy the outdoors.
• -Start the day at John Ball Zoo where you can find nearly 2,000 animals, including chimpanzees, lions and tigers.
• -Embark on a scenic drive to the North Country Trail to explore more than 400 miles of hiking trails surrounding Grand Rapids.
• -Pack a picnic lunch and spend the afternoon at Millennium Park, featuring sand beaches, swimming areas, and a splash pad.
• -Visit the famous Fish Ladder Park to watch salmon migrating upstream, a rare sight.
• -End the day at Brewery Vivant, a Belgian-inspired brewery housed in an old chapel. Try their farmhouse ale and sample their charcuterie.

• Explore Grand Rapids’ farm-to-table dining scene, which sources food from local farms.
• -Have breakfast at Spoonlickers, a local favorite for frozen yogurt and oatmeal.
• -Check out the Fulton Street Farmers Market for fresh produce and handmade goods.
• -Lunch at Grove, a farm-forward restaurant with an ever-changing menu.
• -Visit Robinette’s Orchard, a family-owned orchard and cider mill. Tour the orchard or enjoy a cider tasting.
• -Dinner at The Sovengard, a Scandinavian-inspired restaurant with seasonal dishes highlighting local ingredients. Don’t miss their foraged mushrooms dish.
• -Wind down your trip at New Holland Brewing, where you can enjoy a pint of their signature Dragon’s Milk Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout.