Downtown Grand Rapids offers everything you could want in a city without the hassle of being in a city. From entertainment, shopping, sightseeing, and dining, Downtown Grand Rapids has a ton to do and see within only a 10-minute walk. Here you'll find friendly people and safe streets.
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Annual BestPlaces Comfort Index: 6.7/10
❄️ Winter Low in January: 18° F
☀️ Summer High in July: 82° F
☔️ Rain: 37 inches per year
❄️ Snow: 64 inches per year
Downtown Grand Rapids has a ton of local businesses we love to shop at. Some local favorites include Boutique Emmanuel, F. David Barney Clothiers, Fido & Stitch, and the Downtown Market.
Downtown also has quite a few music venues that feature live music. Be sure to check out the schedules for 20 Monroe Live, Van Andel Arena, and The Intersection to see if your favorite artist is coming to town.
Downtown offers a huge variety of restaurants. Some of our favorites are Aperitivo, The Cottage Bar & Restaurant, 9th Street Steaks, Flanagan's Irish Pub, and Hall of Fame Burgers.
A few local brewerys to check out include City Built Brewing Company, Atwater Brewery, Founders Brewing Co, and Grand Rapids Brewing Company.
