Planning a girls trip to Grand Rapids? Get ready to have a fabulous time enjoying this great city. Here are some of my top recommendations for where to stay, things to do and where to eat. Enjoy!
Where to Stay
For a girls getaway I would recommend staying at the Amway Grand Hotel located downtown Grand Rapids. This historic hotel has a great location for walking around downtown to shop or grab a bite to eat. Plus, you can’t beat the beautiful views of the river! The rooms here vary from historic or contemporary depending on what you’re looking for.
Breakfast
Take a little walk down Monroe to ROAM by San Chez to start your day with some breakfast. ROAM features dishes from all over the world so you explore new dishes or stick to some classic favorites like a breakfast sandwich or the daily omelette.
If you’re just looking for coffee and a pastry you can’t go wrong with Madcap Coffee. This coffee shop is just a short walk from the hotel and one of my absolute favorites.
Shopping
A girls weekend just isn’t complete without some shopping right? I would suggest heading to Wealthy St. where there are some great local shops to check out. Here are my favorites:
- The Counting House – Awesome finds for gifts, clothes, or home goods
- Lee & Birch – You’ll find some great clothes and accessories here
- Le Fleur – Another fun shop for clothes and accessories
- Woosah – I love this shop for art and accessories
- Outside Coffee Co. – If you need a little break from shopping head here for coffee or a small bite to eat!
- Stoffer Home – Amazing inspiration for your home!
- Art of the Table – A good place to find fun things for your kitchen or a bottle of wine
- Fox Naturals – Find some great skincare products here
- Wealthy Studios – Find some fun gifts and local artwork
- MoKAYA – Pick up some yummy chocolates
Things To Do
There are so many fun things to do in Grand Rapids while you’re here with your girlfriends. If you enjoy seeing a show I would check out Civic Theatre, Broadway Grand Rapids or Van Andel Arena to see what’s showing while you’re in town.
How about a trip to the spa? If you’re staying at the Amway Grand you can check out their spa & salon. They have a wide variety of different services depending on what you’re looking for.
Dinner
Depending on what you’re in the mood for here are some of my favorite spots to dine with my girlfriends in Grand Rapids.
- Reserve – It’s not a girls weekend without wine right? Reserve has great wine, but they also have incredible food. I love the housemade pasta dishes and their s’mores dessert.
- Sovengard – I love the atmosphere here and the food is always delicious.
- New Hotel Mertens – One of my favorite spots for some delicious French food. I love the mussels and their cheese cart! If you’re visiting in the summer be sure to check out their rooftop Haute.
Drinks
If you’re looking to grab a drink with your girlfriends in Grand Rapids here my my top picks:
- Cygnus27 – Located at the top of the Amway Grand is Cyguns27. I love this bar for the view and it’s great to experience this bar with friends.
- House of Wine – If you and your girlfriends love wine you can’t miss House of Wine.
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