by Jessie Brewin Grand Rapids is famous not only for its furniture manufacturing industry but also for its romantic vibes. If it seems otherwise to you, you’ve probably missed something.
We at Flisk decided to challenge you to explore your city through dating. We’ll provide you with 10 romantic places in Grand Rapids. Your job is to visit all of them with your babe. Ready?
1. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Nothing can beat Frederik Meijer Gardens when it comes to dates. This place makes the perfect date venue – it’s beautiful, it’s diverse, it’s relaxing and it’s rather educational. Take a look at what you will find there:
- Indoor and outdoor sculpture exhibitions
- Tropical Conservatory
- Theme gardens and Greenhouses
- Victorian Garden Parlor
- Japanese Garden (should be singled out for mention)
- Butterflies
- Summer concerts, etc.
As you see, a walk across Frederik Meijer Gardens is one of the most romantic things to do in Grand Rapids.
Good for: Couples, nature lovers, art connoisseurs
Address: 1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Working hours: Monday – Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 616 957 1580
Website: https://www.meijergardens.org
2. Gerald R. Ford Museum
A museum is not a typical date venue. That’s sad. That’s the place where you both can plunge into the past and learn something new together. And the presidential museum is an ideal setting for that.
The museum is curious inside and out – you will find here a dozen of new subjects for discussion over coffee.
Good for: Couples, history lovers
Address: 303 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Working hours: Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Phone: 616 254 0400
Website: https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov
3. Blandford Nature Center
Experience nature in all its majesty… and beauty. Come here to take a walk enjoying flora and fauna closely. Bring your camera with you, take a couple of great photos of your gf/bf, have a picnic. Prepare a basket with snacks and drinks in advance.
If you are lucky, you will see a couple of owls there.
P.S. Is that just me who associates owls with the magic world of Harry Potter?
Good for: Couples, nature lovers,
Address: 1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Working hours: Trails are open 24/7. Visitor center: Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Phone: 616 735 6240
Website: https://blandfordnaturecenter.org
4. Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery
If you were looking for fun things for couples to do in Grand Rapids, Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery is your option.
It’s one of the oldest and the most decent family businesses in Grand Rapids. If you like cider, that’s your place of worship.
They offer numerous activities, including wine tasting and corn maze, fresh produce and deliciously baked goods. Oh, it’s going to be a wonderful date!
Good for: Couples, 21+
Address: 3142 4 Mile Rd NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Working hours: Apple Haus: Tuesday – Saturday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Gift Barn & Winery: Tuesday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Phone: 800 400 8100
Website: https://robinettes.com
5. John Ball Zoo
We can’t but include a trip to a zoo in the list of things to do in Grand Rapids for couples. Why? Here, you can check whether your partner loves animals, which speaks about people’s personalities very much. Plus, it’s an exciting pastime as some animals can be very cute, adorable and funny – just watch and you will notice things you had no clue about. And, what’s more important, you encourage the preservation and conservation of the wildlife.
Good for: Couples, nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts
Address: 1300 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Working hours: Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday – Sunday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Phone: 616 336 4301
Website: https://www.jbzoo.org
6. Grand Rapids Public Museum
If you prefer more educational things for couples to do in Grand Rapids, go to Grand Rapids Public Museum.
They say it’s a place of never-ending inspiration and discovery. Don’t you want to check whether it’s true?
It presents a lot of exhibitions of all kinds ranging from LEGO sculptures to Egyptian artifacts and a great planetarium to take a trip across the galaxy.
Good for: Couples, science, history and culture lovers
Address: 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Working hours: Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday – Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 616 929 1700
Website: https://www.grpm.org
7. Richmond Park
Richmond Park is a charming and tranquil place where you can enjoy each other’s company to the fullest. It has something to offer all year round, so feel free to come here anytime you want.
Great hill for sledding, basketball court, grills and a picnic shelter with tables, swimming pool, tennis courts, XC skiing, mountain bike trail, free public Wifi and restrooms are at your disposal.
Good for: Couples, outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers
Address: 1101 Richmond St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Working hours: 24/7
Phone: 616 456 3696
Website: https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Directory/Places/Parks/Richmond-Park
8. Meyer May House
If you are interested in architecture and know who Frank Lloyd Wright is, you should visit this place. It’s a hidden gem in Grand Rapids.
Take a guided tour (it’s free for that moment), learn a thing or two about the history of this place and architecture.
A visit to Meyer May House is one of the best things to do in Grand Rapids on a date.
Good for: Couples, architecture connoisseurs
Address: 450 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Working hours: Sunday: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Tuesday & Thursday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Phone: 616 246 4821
Website: https://meyermayhouse.steelcase.com
9. Riverside Park
Need more Grand Rapids date ideas? Pay attention to Riverside Park.
If you love the outdoors and nature, you will find this place perfect. Here you can let yourselves loose to do things you adore: walk, watch birds and squirrels, do kayaking, play badminton, eat something and then fall into your bae’s arms and spend a couple of hours like that.
Good for: Couples, outdoors lovers
Address: 2001 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Working hours: 24/7
Phone: 616 456 3696
Website: https://www.experiencegr.com/listings/riverside-park/5974
10. Grand Rapids Art Museum
If it’s rainy outside or you are not a huge fan of the outdoors, come here to the Art Museum. You will see thinking outside the box and flights of ideas of ancient and modern artists.
Who knows, maybe it will be this place that will inspire you to create your own masterpieces.
Good for: Couples, art and culture lovers
Address: 101 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Working hours: Tuesday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Thursday: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Phone: 616 831 1000
Website: https://www.artmuseumgr.org
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Now you see how many fun date ideas Grand Rapids has to offer. If you have more dating ideas in Grand Rapids in mind, let us know in the comments below.
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