31 Best Stops Between Grand Rapids and Battle Creek (2025)

We are Grandparents, and brought our family a Merry Christmas experience.We were a group of 20 paid $460, and they decided to board us last, and we were one of the first people to arrive at the Station. They should board larger groups first! We stood outdoors for an 1/2 hour on a very windy 30 degree day with a newborn, 18 month old, and 4 more 5 and under. They over booked the 2:30 time slot train, had no where to put us, separated us all, some Grandchildren had to sit by themselves with complete strangers. They literally crammed us in Car #3, that is not updated, with lots of ripped broken seats, and windows were so steamed up you couldn't even see out. Our Children and Grandchildren were very polite, and gracious during a very disappointing time for our Very First Christmas Train Ride, and it will be our Very Last with Coopersvilles Marne! Very Sad & Unhappy, Not a Merry Christmas!

What a great time!! We sat in the caboose where the kids got to sit up top. The chairs were SO comfortable and it was nice having the table to sit at. The train rolled at 10 mph so a nice speed to take in the scenery. We took the October themed pumpkin train where the kids had on costumes, apple cider and donuts were on our caboose and two girls dressed as a pumpkin and a crow came in and performed a few songs for us. They were really good and the kids really liked it. The kids also got to pick a pumpkin when they got off the train. Not to mention the fantastic eateries right around the corner, pizza, donuts and an ice cream shop. Nice fall day, we will be back next year!!

This is a cute little train ride from Coopersville to Marne. It takes about 90 minutes round trip. There are about 4 cars to choose from to sit in. One has dining tables and air conditioned, one is air conditioned and the last is not air conditioned. There is entertainment on the train and you can bring foods and light drinks. It is great for kids and affordable for families. I wish the train went a bit faster but it's all volunteer ran and it's good for what you get.

Went on their Easter Train, it was a lot of fun and very cool! My son who loves trains was glued to the window and the ride was perfect length to keep him entertained. They had the Easter bunny come and walk along the middle of the train, it was very cool! We will be back!!!

Coopersville is a comfy yet active community. Stroll downtown to the Delly Belly for breakfast or visit the locally owned and operated hardwood store. There's a train to checkout while you eat your ice cream cup. I just live it here.

We took the murder mystery train ride. It was fun! And I'm looking forward to checking out their other events. Even if it's just for a train ride and nothing else, you should go and check it out! It's an old steam engine era passenger train.

Quick stop in Coopersville on the way to our destination. Nice town with a unique downtown. Marne Railway and the old trains were a pleasure to stop and see. Well worth the side quest 🙂

We went on the Bunny Train with our 9 year old and our 24 year old/and his SO. We all had a great time! The ride isn't too long to bore everyone, but isn't too short that we felt it wasn't long enough. The singing/skit team was adorable! Thanks for all you did to make it fun for everyone!

Took the summer train ride with 3 adults and 2 children ages 7 and 8. For the price, I expected more of an "experience." You simply boarded the train, rode for 45 long minutes and that's it. Perhaps the "themed" rides are entertaining, but the the summer train is a total "bust' and a waste of money.

Beautiful railroad. We attended the murder mystery ride and really enjoyed it! Lots of laughs and fun story line as we cruised along the tracks from coopersville to marne. Highly recommended!

The train itself was cool! Loved the old school lights in car 1. Was expecting the train to be decorated for Halloween. The ladies who sang were wonderful. Added a nice touch. No one checked our tickets. It would have been cool if the pumpkin s had been in a hay setting. My 3vyear old grandson loved it and that's all that mattered. If it would take donations to decorate the train for the holidays, I would be willing to do that. Thank you to the volunteers. You rock!

Positives:-The train was beautiful-The booth seats in the premium were comfortable-Hot cocao and cookies were great-Santa visited and gave small gifts-The story of polar express was read-The time it took for the whole trip was neither to short or to long- Most everyone working the train were very nice and helpfulNegatives:-Its not scenic-spent 15 minutes outside and another 30 in the seats waiting (they ask for you to be 30 minutes early)-A lady working told the grandparents to move to different seats away from us to fit a family of 5 that reserved last minute so they could sit together. When I tried to explain to her that I reserved those seats and that the grandparents were with us, she wouldn't even look me in the eye and said "this is what the seating is going to be" and walked away. Luckily someone else working overheard and came by and asked me what the problem was and helped sort it out and the family of 5 was more then willing to shuffle around so we each got to sit with our own families.I understand they had some changes they needed to do this week, but that was not an excuse to be rude. I had the email about the changes and the new seating arrangements, and my seats I reserved did not change. I very much appreciated the employee that was willing to help us sort it out instead of walking away.

Booked a cab ride for about $70. Was enjoying the view sitting at the station until two guys came in and one just told me “I had to get off the seat since he had to sit there” and I was left with either to sit on the seat that was too low to see or just stand the entire ride. Really wasn’t in the friendliest way either. It was sort of a fun ride but paying how much I did, I feel I at least should’ve had the leisure of sitting and watching everything

It was a clean train, nice and friendly staff.We wish there would have been some commentary about the town and history of the trail and railroad as we went on, but no biggie. We did get a newspaper with a lot of details and updates about the train.Would for sure recommend if you're in the area.

The train was beautiful and my granddaughters had a great time with the characters who came through to sing and tell jokes.A bit underwhelming, overall, with a lack of engagement. Would have been nice to have music or commentary about the train or the town, etc. The side of the train with the large windows was on the highway side, so it wasn't as scenic as we hoped. The newspaper with information on the organization was a cute touch and done well.Definitely geared toward ages 2-8ish. We were there as a family, so 5 adults and 2 kids under 5, and probably should have chosen a different activity to spend $300 on. The girls loved it, especially the 5yo, so it was an enjoyable time.

Very nice attraction. We brought our 2 & 3 year olds to ride the Famous Pumpkin Train & they loved it! They had characters all dressed up in costume singing festive Halloween songs for the kids. They also came through twice and offered drinks & snacks for sale. Plenty to keep the little ones occupied. There are restrooms on board. The staff are exceptionally friendly & all the kids even get a pumpkin at the end of the train ride. They also offer scenic train tours as well as a special Santa Train ride around Christmas time.

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Cool boardwalk staircase that climbs a sand dune. A lot of folks use this as their exercise. 200+ stairs. Nice view of Holland State Beach and Lake Macatawa. Best done on a cool, less humid day....if those exist. Still had fun. Good way to burn some calories while doing a touristy things.

Mt. Pisgah was a great place for short but steep hike. We parked about a quarter mile away and started at the trailhead near the campgrounds. After a brief walk in the woods, you are met with some pretty steep steps. It's then a straight climb up 200 steps or so to overlook both the bay and Lake Michigan. The leaves were just starting to change colors, so the views were beautiful! I wouldn't say this spot is much for a long walk or if you're trying to hike but more of a quick trip up to see a good 360 view of the area. The steps were well kept too and none of the boards seems to be overly broken or decaying.

This natural hiking area offers views of both Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan. The trailhead is accessible by the bike trail and there is a dedicated parking area near by. Be prepared for a significant stair climb to start your hike. After this you’ll find a trek through the woods. The trail winds up and down, and the path is a mix of sand and packed earth. There is no Lake access from the trail.

Short but steep hike with lots of stairs - but the view was so worth it! Perfect view of the lake and lighthouse! Most of the hike is shaded, so it was pretty cool even on an 80+ degree day! Dogs are not allowed on the trail and parking is a couple blocks away - just follow the signs!

What a view! The stairs are quite the challenge but when you get to the top you get rewarded with an amazing view of the Lake. Wear good walking shoes!

Fantastic walk through the dunes and a great stair climb (similar to Sanctuary Woods). It is 203 steps up on the wooden boardwalk staircase to the trail intersection, and just a few more past that to the overlook deck.While we hiked, others were making repeated trips up and down for their cardio workout (in silence) and five deer were close to them while they performed their workouts (accustomed to the relatively silent exercise).There is not vehicle parking immediately by the entrance, there is some a bit down the road to the west. If coming by bike, there are two bike racks to lock your wheels at, one just inside the entrance to the property, and a second one farther down the trail (which represents end of bike travel and only pedestrians after this point). Dogs are not allowed due to the tight quarters on the boardwalks and staircases.Please stay on the trails and resist the temptation to bush-whack or climb the sandy areas. There are a couple geocaches to be found at the time of writing this, and plenty of dune ridgeline paths to explore. God bless and enjoy the great creation He has given us.

My spouse and I enjoyed this trail hike immensely. The stairs will kill you, that’s for sure. But the views are worth it :-) just FYI the maps are not drawn to scale at all so the stairs will take the longest and the actual hike does not take very long.

If you are looking for paradise, look about you. West Michigan is a gem hidden in plain sight. This is just one of many places of bliss in the state. Come see for yourself! You will not regret, unless you don't like stairs (There are 239 of them!). No dogs or bicycles allowed, though you can park your dog and/or bike just after the main entrance. Stay on the official paths and be a bro' by picking up any trash you or others leave behind. Keep the parks great!

Definitely worth the effort to climb up the over 250 steps stair for a good view of Holland, a health physical exercise too. I rested twice went up to the top but was ashamed to meet a woman there said it was her 15th consecutive round up and down in a roll non-stop today. Note that the free public parking is a few blocks from the park entrance, kind of a good warm up walk before going up the hill.

A must see on your way to Holland State Park! A quick walk up a few flights of stairs and you have stunning views of Lake Mac and Lake Michigan. The trails are excellent too. They're short but worth exploring! Do note that the parking lot is a little ways down the road from the park entrance, but it's barely a 5 min walk.

Phew-- the steps are steep and abundant but definitely worth it, the view is super stunning. There's also a trail you can walk but the rain had washed part of it out so we only went on part of the trail.

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2238 3rd Ave, Holland, MI 49424, USA

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At first, I was skeptical $15 dollars to look at flowers? The farm is gorgeous so many tulips you'd never had thought were tulips and at the end you can buy your favorite and get them shipped to you at planting time (October/November). They give you a booklet that has the names and codes of all the flowers to keep track of all the ones you want. Trust me it'll be a lot!

Tulips are very beautiful. Sadly many of them are done some are rough some are nice. I wish I can come to see earlier but I still enjoyed while visiting. Definitely I will not missed next year💜🌷💐

If you can do only one thing for Tulip Time, then this is the thing to do. We spent about 2 hours here. Captured amazing photos, and blown away by the amount of tulips here. The only negative is not very wheelchair/stroller accessible; you walk literally in the tulip fields. Admission is $15 for adults, and get there early if you want a good parking spot.

It s small but very pretty place. We might have visited on the last day so some flowers were wilted. But we saw a variety of tulips and flowers that I had never seen before. It's a cute little place with windmills and all resembling the original Holland. Will definitely visit again.

Nice but expensive ($17 per person). We liked the smaller city gardens near downtown Holland better.The shops are nice.

This park is not the way i have seen other parks with tulip flowers. It has different sections created with variety of tulips in line. We went as per their schedule mentioned online but it was disappointing to see already tulips fully bloomed and almost dying. Few were already harvested. Even though you have variety of tulips planted it’s very confusing to see and if it was entire line planted with same variety it would have been beautiful. Since I like taking photos I could share few here. I booked online in advance to avoid standing in line but you don’t have different entry options for online or in person buying. Inside park lot of beautification is still needed. For the price we paid i felt it’s just ok. Hope you can make it best. Good luck.

5-13-22 Nice place to visit once. You just walk up an down rows looking at the flowers .. not much else to do. There were bison there, an you could buy bulbs an gifts from the stores. You could also buy wooden shoes an glass ware, much overpriced IMO. The flowers were beautiful tho.

Absolutely gorgeous flowers; varieties I’ve never seen before! It’s also a lovely experience in the gardens; we saw a proposal there! Ordering bulbs for fall delivery was very easy, and Nick was hilarious.

Veldheer gardens are small but Gorgeous. The tulips were of varying shapes, sizes , colors and characteristics. Kudos to amazing garden and people. The place was crowded and you need to have patience to get a parking spot. The garden is not wheelchair accessible but there are lot of seating areas around.Make sure to check their websites for the best blooming time, also it wouldn’t be a bad idea to check local weather before your visit.

Beautiful rows of flowers. A photographer’s dream! Gets very crowded during the Tulip Time Festival, especially on weekends. You might have to park at Blain’s Farm & Fleet across the street. But it was absolutely worth the visit.

The tulip fields are a must see. There are so many different varieties to see. You can pick your favorite ones and purchase bulbs to plant at home. The gift shop has lots of unique items. Highly recommend 💚💯💯

Absolutely beautiful tulip gardens. It's so fun to walk through the gardens and look at the names of all the tulips. It's so cool that you can also buy your own tulip bulbs based on what you see in the garden. Definitely worth the $17 admission.

Beautiful Tulips! Any color and variety you can imagine! Beautiful hyacinths so aromatic!! Not as pleasing to the eye was the run-down grounds. There is no water in the fountain or the canal. The signs need painting, and some of the benches were pretty rough. You can order whatever tulip variety you want while you are there. There is also a cute souvenir shop with all kinds of authentic Dutch crafts. It's definitely worth a visit during Tulip Time.

This place is very run down and not kept up. When you first walk in, instead of seeing beautiful tulips, you see run down displays. You would think for paying $17 a person, it would be maintained better. However, the tulips were beautiful further back on the property and in a great variety of colors and types. The workers were very friendly and helpful. It was a nice experience overall.

Tulips are beautiful already, and you can buy many perennial flowers at the store. I was there was discount on the ticket if you come less than 30 minutes before closing time 😁

The gardens were more beautiful and bigger than I had thought! We literally came at the perfect timing and all the tulips were in full bloom!Highly recommend!

What a beautiful farm it is indeed!!! The farm is wide spread with all beautiful tulips. A huge variety and colorful tulips can be seen there. The farm also has a store selling some tulips bulbs and some gifts items. A must visit place if you are in Holland, especially at the time of Spring. One can find really good spots for capturing photos of you are interested in flowers, nature or even photography.

It seems to me that this place is not quite the gem it once was. broken and worn, peeling paint and in need of weeding. for the price that is charged they sould have cleaned up in time for the tulip season. sad to see this place in such disrepair.the tulips however did not disappoint in their brilliant glory.

Beautiful tulip field, acreage of land with many many colors and options to order them in Fall.Was very crowded when I visited last Saturday. Parking was full and had to go circles in the field to find one. Entry fee was 15 per adult this year and you get nothing for free and just spend some time to see the flowers in the crowd.They had plastic restroom’s available.Just good to see once place. Note: they have notice saying 100$ file per flower damaged or plucked. Keep your kids on your side lol

This was my first time here and I went during peak season first weekend of May. It was GORGEOUS. So many flowers. I had no idea there were so many shapes and sizes and colors. I was truly in awe. Going to every flower with just pure joy and amazement. It was $15 to get in for adults, and while not much "to do" except sight see and take photos (also they have chairs all around to relax and enjoy the views!) it is still worth it as I spent a good hour and a half out in the field and walking around. I also visited the gift shop and got some cute goodies and yummy snacks!! The parking isn't as bad as it looks. Easy in and out. Walk wasn't far. They have portable toilets and they were clean and maintained. Overall a very fun visit! Perfect for photo taking and relaxing. 🌷

This place was just the cutest. Friendly staff. We went right before “tulip season” but luckily a lot of them were in bloom already. It wasn’t very busy when we went because we went before the crowd of tulip season comes in May.

Such a lovely place! We visited after Tulip festival ( a week later), and we were still able to see all its beauty! Price cut as well, which was awesome.

If you like flowers, this is your place!Gentleman working the counter was very helpful. Spent way too much time and money there, but I just had to take some of the bulbs home to enjoy them next year?You will not be disappointed with a visit here.Don’t bring your drones!!!!

Awesome place to walk through, beautiful flowers. And a good place to pick up bulbs to plant your own garden of bulbs. Caution: wear tennis shoes to help walk the uneven ground, and bring wipes to clean up after walk.

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It’s a must visit place accordingly to me if you are visiting Holland MI. Kids will love this place. My daughter simply loves this place.Pros:* Decent entry fees(They provided free pass for the next visit too as we entered the village 3 hours before the closing time)* Unlimited rides* kids friendly. You can say it’s a paradise for kids.* So many activities to do.* Dutch style buildings and staff with Dutch costumes give you pure Dutch feel.

Dutch Village is a step back in time. You can be weighed to see if you are a witch. You can buy a whole cheese wheel. You can ride a vintage Ferris Wheel. You can learn to Dutch dance. You can walk a goat. You can go inside a chicken coop with the birds.Dutch village is amazing for everyone in your group. The young, the old, the in between - everyone finds something they love.On Special weekends you may find a Queens Party, a Pirate Festival, a Renaissance weekend… you never know what you might see.

This little village was cute, had a great gift shop, food and activities for small children. The rides are dated and meant for children but it was all part of the experience. We rode the swings, ferris wheel and carousel and everyone had a good time! We petted some cute animals at the barn area and overall it was fun! The place is so cute and plenty of opportunities for photos!

Not been here o a long time.It is was a nice to day.Why not go enjoy the day in Holland Michigan.Its changed slot. And that's a good thing. I still want to go to the tulip garden. Never been there.Next I will. Go early for sure!

Fun but definitely tourist-y destination in Holland exploring the area's Dutch roots and ancestry. Lots of fun activities, exhibits, dances, and animals for little ones to play with and enjoy. Knowledgeable and friendly staff who love showing off their exhibits. Very walkable and a great place to spend an afternoon.

We had a wonderful visit at Dutch village. Our children are 8,6, and 2 and they really enjoyed themselves. They liked the rides, and I liked taking pictures of flowers! I appreciated that the food wasn’t wildly overpriced. Overall, a nice visit.

A group of 23 of us took a day trip and came to the Dutch Village in Holland, Michigan. Many of the tulips are gone,, But we still had shopping, coffee shops, rides on the ferris wheel and other rides, and we all watched the last dance performance by a group of dancers depicting Dutch dancing. Some of our group even participated in one of the dances! That was fun to watch. A great day at the Dutch Village! Thank you, Dutch Village for your friendliness and kindness! Enjoyable day!!

Fun little place. Interesting selection of merchandise and food products to browse and purchase. Cool that they do demos of things like cheese making and wooden shoe making and traditional dance, etc.Entrance fee is a bit high based on the available activities that are included once inside, but nothing crazy. Worth a stop to check it out with the family. Looks like they are adding some new attractions as well including axe throwing.

I took my family here, it was the 1st time visiting and it was wonderful. All the stuff there is to do and learn is great, but I think the best part is the workers who truly seem to enjoy their jobs and were very friendly, very educational, and took the time to answer any of our questions.

This place is perfect for a fun, educational visit, and it's great for all ages! Price is reasonable, and you get to learn about wooden shoes, how to make cheese, watch a traditional dance, etc. There's a fun place area for the younger kids, a petting zoo, carousel, ferris wheel. Definitely recommend!

This place is very rich in history. This is a really cool place for kids to go and see the history of Dutch settling in Holand MI. It has a couple of carousel playgrounds, animals trying on of the wooden shoes and how they are made. They have lots of exhibits on how thing were made, period correct clothing and much more. I would recommend taking your younger kids here.

We visited 2 years ago and def see a huge improvement in all the buildings and overall park. There’s more fun things for the kids to do!We loved the petting farm specially the chickens🫶🏻.You have to try the freshly made Wafers next to the fudge store.We appreciate all the costumes, the dancing show and all the hard work from each and every person that works here.Coming to this place has become a tradition now!

Our family and us hung out there and spent the day. We have kids so this was perfect place for them to do and learn. Not badly priced too. Each kid got a waffle and hot chocolate and we made memories. Over all I would say it was a decent value for the money especially now they've expanded. Way improved.

This place was such a cute and fun cloudy day activity to do with kids! Ages ranged from 5 to 65 in our group, and everyone loved it! We did cheese tasting, stroopwaffel making, rode so many rides, tried on wooden shoes, and had an amazing time! We were there from open at 10 until a little over an hour before close at 7(we did leave to go get lunch and swim, returning is free). We recommend this to anyone!!

My family attended Dutch village on a Saturday. It wasn't too busy. We bought our tickets online which came to $15 a person, 3 and under are free, if you buy them there its $17 a person. My daughter was able to ride all the rides at 40in tall. It Looked like you had to be around 32-34in tall to be able to ride. The animals were our favorite part. They were so lovable and wanted all the attention. You could interact with them, which was nice. I recommend going. We were there for around 4 hours.

My husband and I went to Dutch Village for the first time while we were visiting family. We really enjoyed it! They had a live show of Klompers , and at the end, they gave the audience the chance to get up and join them. They also have an area where they have animals like baby goats, Llamas, and pigs. So many other things to do, like tour an old fashion Dutch school room, cheese tasting, wooden shoe carving and souvenir shops.

This was such a fun little experience. There were a lot of cute little shops, opportunities to learn about the culture, fun foods (definitely hit up the cheese store! Theres a variety of cheeses to try any buy!) and a ton of photo ops! A few rides for the kids and the petting zoo was so adorable!!! There was also a discount for ordering tickets online so we did that from the parking lot!

I didn’t have much expectation before going. We all ended up enjoying couple hours there. It’s a small park. They set up many ‘shows’ - dancing , clogs making, staff explaining in individual building. I leant much more the Dutch culture here than my previous trips in the actual Holland. There are many old machines, displays which are well kept. All staff are friendly and are passionate sharing their knowledge with us. Although the rides are more for young kids , my 10-year old said the park is the highlight of our visit in this town. Definitely recommend this place to any family’s travellers.

First time visiting Holland. This place is very cute! There is a lot to see. Beautiful! Great for kids! They have farm animals, Ferris wheel, swings, ice cream, etc. Highly recommended 👌

I’m glad I didn’t listen to the negative comments and went to check it out myself. My husband and I went today and had a great time. Lots of great demonstrations and even got free samples. Loved learning about the Dutch history. Bought tickets online $16/person.

Fun experience! Only place we could find with parking for Tulip Time. Tried to go to Windmill island gardens twice this same day, but the lot was full both times. We enjoyed the tulips and decorations. There were free cheese samples out at the cheese store. There are several rides that adults can ride, but it looked like they were mostly for kids. The petting zoo was fun. Animal food cones were a $1. We enjoyed the Dutch dancing. Staff were friendly. Would recommend.

Dutch village is very nice place to get familiar with old life style of Dutch people. A lot to see and specials are the dance and kids play stations 🚉. Staff are very cooperative, when we were at this village it suddenly started raining and becoming dark. They started to close all outlets but we couldn’t move our since we had less than six month kid in the rain, so they arranged jackets and umbrellas ☔️ for us to move to safe place into restaurant. It needs atleast a day to go through entire village so keep time n make entry.

While we were in Holland, Michigan, we discovered Nelis’ Dutch Village. We explored the store and the gardens, both of which are fantastic places. Being a photographer, I take photos everywhere I go, and this trip was no exception. I always start taking photos on the road to our destination, capturing the journey as well as the destination. Once we arrived, I continued to photograph everything. Holland is a very charming town with wonderful shops, and Nelis’ Dutch Village is certainly a highlight.

Beautiful little slice of Holland. Good food, especially cheeses. Great entertainment for the kids. The young staff there really put their heart into their roles. Thoroughly enjoyed visiting. Don’t miss the Klompendans dancers!

very fun place for children, for a group of 4 it was around 60. rides for the kids that are not extra. they can ride all day. the food is amazing and priced well. they have beer, wine, great cheese. the best ride is the manual train car that kids really love. will definitely go back and around the area is a couple antique shops

We purchased a dozen tickets for our family and visited the village for about four hours. It's the perfect place to visit if you have young kids under the age of 10.After the entry fee, your kids can try the rides as much as they like. They have areas where you can sample 24 flavors of cheeses or over a dozen flavors of fudge. The cheeses and fudge are great hits and you can tell that they are made fresh.There is also a "petting zoo" where you can hold chickens and pet some bunnies. I think this place is a must-stop if you are visiting the area. 5/5

Very interesting place to visit for tulips festival. We purchased tickets online right in front of the entrance. Tickets are good for the whole day so can leave and come back. Lots of activities to do! We went last weekend of April and all tulips were blooming already

Hung out here on a cloudy afternoon in Holland, MI and I feel like it’s important to commend young employees that really take pride in their position. Most of the kids working here were all dressed for their part and from the dance squad to the merry go round you could tell they spent a lot of time getting the park ready for patrons. The park was clean and well maintained. Everyone was very knowledgeable and everyone we talked to always had a smile and kind words to share. Thanks to all!

This is a really cute, quaint, local "theme park" located within Holland. It is set up to look like a mini-Netherlands, with lots of lessons and activities available to entertain a variety of audiences, especially children. Having been to Amsterdam before, there were a couple of moments when I found myself being reminded of that part of the world as we explored this park. The people that work here are very warm and friendly, and they work hard to maintain the park's overall theme.This park is a great place to visit if you are on a field trip, or if you are visiting with family that has (younger) kiddos!

Nice place to enjoy with family. Especially for children’s . So many activities ,rides. If you are planning a trip is better to buy tickets online. (Online $16) otherwise $18per head.Also you can enjoy the Dutch dance performance as well as lessons.

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This was more enjoyable than I had originally thought. The flowers were beautiful. Can't even imagine what it would look like when the tulips are in bloom. The gift ship was small and quaint and the carousel was being enjoyed by kids. The outdoor organ was fun. I even saw a few teens dancing and having fun being silly. That was really nice. The windmill was beautiful and going inside to hear the history from one of the employees was worth it.

Windmill Island Gardens is a beautiful spot with a charming Dutch windmill, colorful flowers, and peaceful gardens. It’s a great place for a relaxing walk and taking lovely photos. If you're a member of certain other gardens, you might enjoy free admission. There's plenty of parking, picnic tables for a relaxing meal, and a delightful carousel that children will love.

This is a beautiful place to come and stroll, they have a marsh with all kinds of wildlife. The windmill is very fascinating to tour, the historic street organ was beautiful, just to see this historic gem and to see the inside and how it works was amazing and a wonderful learning experience. They have gift shops and a carousel that gives free rides every hour. I enjoyed my walk through this Netherlandish replica. I loved the women walking around in classic Dutch clothing and shoes. I recommend everyone take their family at least one time. You don’t have to go during the tulip festival I believe it’s something you can do all year round.

Stopped here for a quick visit on an RV trip. Beautiful grounds, lovely windmill, and enthusiastic staff who are eager to engage and teach about Dutch culture and the grinding process of the windmill. The gardens were well manicured and gorgeous. Kids enjoyed the carousel which runs every 30 min at no additional fee. The only downside was for as much as it cost to get in there wasn’t much to do except see the windmill, organ, and carousel. Was still worth the visit just thought it was a bit overpriced.

This place was beautiful. Workers were dressed up in authentic Dutch clothing and were very friendly and helpful, answering all the questions that I had. There are so many things to see and do. It would be best to come early May when all the tulip fields are in bloom. Everything was so well taken care of and just breathtaking. I will be bringing the rest of my family back to check this area out again.

Great place to just walk around. We came to see the Tulips. We climbed up inside the windmill. It is an interesting museum and garden. It's worth the price, because of the amount of time and work it must take to take care of this place.

I was really excited to come here. We live 3 hours away. I looked up the best time to see the tulips and I found tulip festival is the best time. So we planned and drove 3 hours here. Then, we sat in traffic forever, only to finally get to the entrance just to see the parking lot is closed, and then we finally found parking downtown. Walk all the way up just to be told there is an hour wait to get tickets. So we wait to get tickets. Come in to overcrowded Park, and the flowers were mostly half dead. And if there were okay ones, there was a mob of people everywhere. I exepted fields of flowers, but in reality, it was only 4. I feel like the festival should have started sooner before all the flowers died. If the flowers looked good, it would have been all worth it.

Our first time experiencing Tulip Time in Holland was truly a memorable one. As we arrived to witness the beauty of the tulips, we were taken aback by the crowds, but thankfully the lines moved quickly. Although some of the tulips had already started to wither, we still found joy in exploring the colorful displays and taking pictures among them. Additionally, we indulged in some shopping at the charming shops and savored the lively atmosphere with live music playing in the background. Overall, despite the unexpected crowds and slightly wilted flowers, we cherished our time at Tulip Time in Holland.

Great place to visit! Amazing tulips! Open to the public. $12 per person. Gift shop, and food available. Great opportunity to see the tulips that you can order for home. Nice easy hole around tulip fields. Windmill was accessible.

Lovely place to visit, especially if you enjoy history, windmills and/or tulips. I went when they were having an autumn craft event, which made it pretty lively. The Dutch village itself is very cool even when there's not an event going on. The windmill is worth checking out to see how grains used to be processed (and all of the instruments of grain torture...). The windmill was only open Thurs-Sat when I visited so definitely double-check before going if you want to see the inside and get a bird's eye view of the gardens.

The staff there are so friendly and are eager to tell you all about the place. The gardens are beautiful and the windmill is great to go up in and see. We enjoyed it! The gift shop is really nice as well!

Such a beautiful place and the staff are so friendly! They have horses, tons of flowers all over. The river next to it is relaxing! You can get married here, see a street organ! Definitely a place to stop. Also, try their cheese!

The tulips were stunning. It was wildly windy so when we made it to the top of the windmill the outdoor observation area was closed, but safety. Lots of fun facts around the park, tons of photo ops and a great selection in the gift shop.

Visiting Windmill Island Gardens in May was a breathtaking experience, especially with the abundance of tulips in full bloom. The gardens were a riot of color, with thousands of tulips creating a vibrant and picturesque landscape.The highlight of the visit was undoubtedly the authentic Dutch windmill, which adds a charming and unique touch to the gardens. The well-maintained pathways and thoughtfully designed flower beds made it a joy to explore every corner of this beautiful park.In addition to the stunning tulips, the gardens feature a variety of other flowers and plants, making it a delightful place for nature lovers and photographers alike. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, providing interesting insights into the history and horticulture of the gardens.Overall, Windmill Island Gardens is a must-visit destination in May. The explosion of tulips and the serene, picturesque environment make it a perfect spot for a peaceful stroll and a memorable day out.

Still open in winter technically, but obviously all the attractions are closed, but you can get access and walk around. Fun little romantic spot to come that is very isolated, no doubt it is heaving during tourist season.

I liked this little park. It had some nice gardens of flowers and plants. It was interesting to learn how the windmill made its way to Michigan and also climb the stairs to the different levels. I missed the tulips which was something I really wanted to see.Some thoughts:$12 per person is too much. I've been to far more impressive gardens and better walking paths at no cost. Holland residents can get in free, at least.Using that restroom was a terrible experience. For that entrance fee they charge, they should be able to invest in the bathroom.

Beautiful landscaping. Very cool actual windmill to explore. Worth the visit during Tulip Time and even when the tulips are gone, the landscaping have different varieties of beautiful flowers and plants. Cute little museum, kids playground and carousel.

I had a good time here. I do wish there were bigger fields of tulips like in the Netherlands! I thought the workers in the windmill were adorable and very informative. I went on a beautiful day and did not regret my time spent. It cost $12 to get in and they had a food truck to purchase food and a gift shop. I probably missed a few things to do but I’m sure those were fun as well.

Not what the photos will promised you. So here's some angles to show you the actual state of this location. It's few patches of Tulips with more weeds than the flowers and Tulip plants which grew barely a feet heigh. We went at the peak of the season (May 4th Saturday) and the first to enter the park, so none of the plants were run down by the crowd yet. But still it was worse than you think. Can you take an impressive photo with a Windmill at the back if you place the camera just at the right angle? Yes. Would you be impressed by the location, at all? No. So if you happen to drive through Holland, MI and need to stop for some reason, do visit this place. But please don't waste your time to drive hours to see a Tulip Garden. You won't. I was sad about the miles of people queuing up to enter the garden when we were leaving. Cherry on top was the run down Macatawa River with dead weed and barely any water. This is definitely the "Poor Man's version of Tulip Festival in Netherlands". And not worth a drive. Not recommended.

Okay. I’m from the west coast and saw this place on a whim and made my family stop. Maybe not the best way to spend money but to each their own.This is not to distract from the history or those who paved a way for immigration. I’m just speaking to the price tag of entry for my whole family.I think there were 6 people in the park the whole time we were there. We walked to the top of the windmill.They were boasting of the windmill being the biggest in all of America from the Netherlands….but how many windmills are there in the states???The workers were very friendly and knowledgeable. Kids like the carousel ride.Maybe better in the spring?

As a Dutch person from The Netherlands (on holiday) these gardens are very interesting to walkthrough, they display an accurate representation of traditional dutch culture. All the staff is very friendly and very interesting to talk with. The windmill is great to make pictures from and great to learn about how windmills work on the inside. All in all went there and had a great time.

It was a beautiful place to be for a day trip. We went on May 10 when the tulips were in full bloom and enjoyed a lot. There were lots of tulips of different colors. It was a bit crowded though but that was okay. There are a few parking lots with enough space and that shouldn’t be a problem at all. Parking is free. There is a 12 dollar admission fee for one person and no discount for students. I would say 12 dollars was worth it for us because we haven’t seen that many tulips ever. There are two restaurants with few food options and ice cream. The prices are reasonable. There is a big shop to buy garments, arts and show pieces of different kinds. The wooden boots were unique because I haven’t seen them anywhere before. I would recommend the place to visit in the right time.

Nice tulip garden. Must visit for tulip season 🌷🌹.. 9 to 5.30 entry $12 for adults and $5 for kids. If you go after 5.30 it's free to enter till 7pm

It was an enlightening experience! You get to climb to the top of the Windmill and learn what they would make in them. Beautiful tulips! A strip of little stores that sells great things of Holland, and amazing snacks, you get to try cheeses too! Pesto Ghouda, comes highly recommended!

My 83-year-old parents always wanted to go see the tulips. I had always heard about the tulips in Holland, but had never been. We went the weekend before the tulip festival to avoid the crowds. I’m glad we did. We were still able to take advantage of the attached free parking. The tulips and other flowers were beautiful, but overall the gardens were much smaller than I anticipated. $12/person seems excessive for basically three fields of flowers, a windmill and a shop. The only food available was a stand that had corn dogs and a few other state fair type foods. The shop only had one register and the line wrapped around the inside of the shop. My parents were happy to see the tulips so that alone made it worthwhile. It honestly wasn’t horrible, but I won’t be going back.

What a great place! Beautiful flowers. We were there in June, so the tulips were not in bloom, but they had a lot of other interesting and unique flowers. I learned so much about windmills. That one they have is original and historical.

More fun than we expected. 4 adults and 3 teenagers. Friendly staff. We watched the 2 educational videos first, saw the vintage self playing organ, then toured the windmill. The gift shop had a nice cheese sampling area, and a place to try on wood shoes. Lots to shop for. Would love to come again during the tulip season.

When we arrived around 11 a.m., the main entrance was closed because the parking lot was full, so we had to find parking elsewhere. By the time we found parking and walked about 15 minutes, the entrance was open again. It was a long walk pushing a stroller. Seems like we missed the peak time for the flowers, but they were still very nice. Restrooms are available right after you pay and enter. The entrance cost was $12/adult. There are limited food options. Three lunches (hamburgers, Italian sausage, fries, and drinks) were $42. A small deli style sandwich was $8. Arriving a little earlier or later may get you into the main parking lot.

Magic at the Mill Christmas event. Thought it was worth the $10 fee. The light show set to music was pretty cool to resemble dancing tulips. Good event for all ages that can walk 1/4 mile. Tent with hot chocolate and snacks available. Must buy tickets online in advance, no tickets at location.

Beautiful landscape. Sadly I went there a little late. The tulips some nice but some done. Very lovely place. I enjoyed to visit this place.

Came to the Tulip Festival with my husband and Mom. It was our first time. Very beautiful! We do wish that there was more than one option to get a bite to eat (food truck). The line to get food was longer than the line to get in. I think tickets to get in for us 3 adults was $36.The windmill itself is a must see. They let you walk upstairs to the upper deck. We also look forward to going back and digging up the Tulip bulbs after the season. It's $10 and we get to bring our own 5 gallon bucket to fill with bulbs.

Windmill island gardens**Stop! Are you looking for the famous Tulip Garden? This is it.**Our first time coming here. Not how I envision it but good. People glorify the images but in reality it’s a tame environment. I was expecting a magnificent display of tulips all over. In reality, they are planted in sections and in limited quantities.The windmill is huge! The area is surround by a small stream which must be used for watering the tulips. The bathrooms are located in the main building which is nice. No outhouses or porta potty. No need for extra smells to ruin the smell of tulips. They do have ONE food stand which serves a decent amount of different foods.I strongly suggest you come before the festival, because when it arrives, there is basically no parking spot available.Come and enjoy the tulips.Highly recommended

Lots of beautiful flowers. Friendly service. Wish there were more walking paths to get from one area to another. Ended up walking in wet grass a few times. A few empty fields (filled with tulips earlier in the season)

Visited a week before the tulip time festival. Perfect time to avoid larger crowds and most of the flowers were already in full bloom. Not the biggest tulip farm in the area but worth it for a short stop. You can check out the view from the top of the windmill, browse in the cute shops and of course walk through rows of colorful tulips. Great place for pics especially around tulip time.

Windmill Island Gardens is a quaint and beautiful place to visit, walk around and learn about the real windmill brought from the Netherlands and the traditions and history of how Holland, Michigan was established.

We went on the first day of the festival (May4th)and it was definitely not worth the hype after a 4hr drive 😅. Super crowded and the tulips were dried up. Big farm and a couple of nice windmills. Overall it was a decent visit. There is a food stall which had very okay food. I would suggest eating somewhere outside at a good restaurant before or after your visit.Was very hard to find a parking spot. Maybe one needs to time their visit correctly.

Just Wooow. What a place to enjoy Tulips fields! We were here during Tulip Time festival. Even though Tulips bloomed and died a week in advance there were still few fields which had beautiful Tulips welcoming visitors. Even though this place is great place to enjoy tulips, it is more than that. Even if you visit it other times of the year, one of kind Dutch Windmill is good enough of a reason to visit the Windmill Island Gardens.Tip: During Tulip time, visit this place just 1-2 hours before the sunset to avoid crowd. More than that, lighting conditions will be best for photography.

We visited after tulip season but before memorial Day and it was lovely. No tulips out, but still plenty of pretty plants and no crowds to connect with. Great family experience - we have a toddler and older teen and they both enjoyed it. Prices were very reasonable. Lots of great picture opportunities.

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A really great zoo! We loved the trees and winding paths. It feels very natural, unlike some zoos which are too open with the sun beating down on the animals. We went to a wedding there and got to explore the zoo, and it was the best wedding experience I've ever had! Highly recommend visiting, but if you've got an event coming up it's worth checking out for the great venue!

I went in with the expectation that it would be a fairly typical zoo layout and experience but I was pleasantly surprised. The zoo has a very vertical component to the land and is incorporated well into the surrounding trees and hillside. The types of animals is pretty standard but the hippo was nice to see. Staff were numerous and friendly with info on the surrounding exhibits. Great for the whole family.

We had such a great time exploring the zoo! It's so different in its layout and has so many animals to see. The staff was friendly and helpful. We missed the tram as it wasn't operational but it looks super fun! This place will also definitely wear your kids out!

Visited on Kids Day after the event had ended. It was our first time at the zoo so we weren't sure what to expect. The bathrooms were plentiful, several drinking fountains and places to eat, and tons of benches all around. We especially enjoyed the petting zoo, the butterfly house, and the waterfall. They offer camel rides. They also have a rope course. Another nice thing was all the zoo employees everywhere were extremely kind, friendly, and helpful. They constantly offered information and told us the names of animals. Despite carefully reviewing the map, we had to ask for directions often, which they were happy to assist with.The reptile house had several empty exhibits, which was sad. Overall, I think they prioritized giving the animals lots of space rather than having a ton of different animals. It's organized well but very easy to get lost. The train was closed.We will definitely return and hopefully experience the train and take a camel ride.

Lions, tigers, and bears... Literally. Great zoo for the price. It has a unique layout due to being built into a hillside. You get several vantage points of different animals because of this. It's also a great place to watch a variety of animals nap 😉 definitely worth checking out if you're visiting the area. Soon it will also have koalas! Go already

What an amazing zoo!!!So much to see and do. The "extras" are definitely worth it. Never been to a zoo on a forest foothill before. Worth every penny. Lots of shaded areas. Enclosures for the animals were great...lots of room for them and enrichment. We will definitely return the next time we are in the area.

Great family zoo. Everyone had fun! Lions, Tigers, and Bears, oh my! We loved the penguins, frogs, and flamingos! The camel ride made our visit very special. Helpful and knowledgeable staff, and clean bathrooms. Many places to relax in shade.

Visited from out of town and absolutely loved the zoo! Much bigger than expected and so many animals and reptiles. We really enjoyed everything there was. The food was pretty good too. Would love to visit again!

Came for the lantern festival so can’t speak for the full zoo but had a great time. Layout was great and the event was spectacular. Showed up just before dark and liked it so much that we did a second loop once it was completely dark. Got a chance to see the eagles and snowy owls too. Would definitely come back for this event but would love to check out the zoo again in the daytime.

When we visited, the cable car ride that takes you up was closed for the season. I recommend taking the walking route up to the station up and then visiting the enclosures on by one on your way down. To do this, when you enter, go in the following order: Aquarium -> Kangaroo/Walaby -> Petting zoo -> Follow waterfall route right up to the train station. There are multiple snack stalls along the way.It's a long walk without any enclosures but worth the effort. The route is stroller friendly. If you have little ones with you, I recommend renting the strollers at the entrance.I like that all the big enclosures such as the lion, tiger, chimpanzees have multiple viewing locations.Due to choices in paths, you are likely to miss: Natural treasure (lots of snakes n lizards), chimpanzee sleeping room, second tiger enclosure, bear and the snow leopard. Backtrack to them if you want to cover all enclosures.

We went for the lantern Festival and it was everything we expected and more. It was a lot more I thought maybe half the zoo but it was so much. All the lights and the music and the interactive things, it was wonderful! It was great seeing people of all ages enjoying!

Recently went there for the Lantern Festival and it was an amazing fun experience. Every exhibit was vivid and awesome. Love and admire the creativity and work that went into creating the Festival. Will definitely be returning 💗

Great Zoo. Beautiful walking paths with a lot to see. We went morning weekday. Started to get busier at the end of our journey. It took us around 3 hours. 3 adults and 2 youth was $100. We brought a backpack cooler with water. Plenty of restrooms and places to eat and drink. We paid for 3 people to ride the Camel and we're forced to have 2 of the 3 ride together. They said it was starting to get busy even though there were only 4 people behind in line. Made our taking pictures of each person on a camel for our collage wall not as desirable and still paid full Price for all 3 to ride. There is a disclaimer that says if they are busy you may be forced to ride with another rider. Wasn't excited about that. We watched the bear get fed which was cool. Still a great morning or afternoon stop. The dinosaur exhibits were an added bonus. 👌

Very nice, clean zoo. Small but a nice assortment of animals, some I've never seen before in person. The enclosures were spacious for each animal, I like that. I also liked that the signs told the stories of some of the animals including how/why they were in a zoo. My favorites were the eagles (bald and 2 golden), the grizzlies, and the reptiles/amphibians. Didn't get to see some animals because of the heat, but that's pretty normal in a zoo. Would have loved to see the snow leopards and somehow we missed the red pandas. There were some beautiful Lego displays of animals throughout the park, mostly at the entrance, that were fascinating.

A decent zoo - neat how it is kind of on the side of the hill. I recommend taking the little 5 minute tram up to the top and coming down from there. All the birds are put away for bird flu and there is a ton of construction going on so eventually the zoo will be really nice with the exhibits all finished. The good is a little pricey and it costs extra to do all the things like the ropes course, zip line and tram, but it's not horribly outrageous. Some very cool sculptures and the waterfall is cool.

Attended Lantern Festival last week on Thursday, well organized event, love the way the path works with the trees. With it being a hot early June day the animals were more active in the evening. The staff was friendly and always looking to help. The entrance fee for the event was $22 and there was time slots with plenty of flexibility. The parking was free which was a wonderful perk.

John Ball Zoo is a nice attraction. I've been to several zoos in Michigan. Was very disappointed that the website didn't note that it is an incline to walk to the top of the park and my parents are in their mid 70s. The Funicular takes you to the top so you can walk down instead of up, but of course it was closed. Some exhibits were great, and some were just meh. Most exhibits had a zookeeper available to answer questions and they were very informative. There were some dead fish in the aquarium which was upsetting to my daughter.All in all I would recommend it for a family day trip. It's what you would expect from a zoo in my opinion.

This was a great zoo to visit while passing through town. It was the perfect size and we covered everything in about 2 hours (yes, we obviously could have stayed longer, and we didn't spend too long at anyone spot, but we did get to see everything). The funicular was not operating the day we visited, but I don't think that detracted from our experience. The animals have nice enclosures, especially the tigers and lions.

Must say this was a really cool zoo... I loved that it wasn't to big, but also not to small. Was so happy with the exhibits they covered more than I could have hoped for, from the lions to the turtles. Make sure you stop by the parakeet area where you can feed them on your hand. Also the 🦘 was really cool as well. Was one of my favorite zoos in the area

Lantern Festival. It was an incredible display throughout the zoo. No animals were out at night. Entry to the festival was timed. You need to buy your tickets in advance. This is a worth the drive experience.

We always have a great time at John Ball Zoo. It is a small enough zoo that you can see everything even with young kids. We went during the week with my child's school and it was crazy busy as there were a few other schools there too. The line to get a ticket moved pretty slow so if you can get a ticket ahead of time that would be best.

First time visiting this zoo. We went for the Lantern Festival which was amazing! Would highly recommend visiting! It was a unique experience. The zoo did a great job of closing off any paths that weren’t included in the festival. It made it easy to know where to go. Tickets are on a timed entry. I would recommend buying tickets for a time after sunset. We had an entry time of 7:30 so we spent over an hour of the festival in daylight. Although enjoyable anyway, it was considerably more exciting in the dark. Also, go later if you don’t want to hear 100 crying, whining children. Families with small children were the majority of the earlier entries. The lantern festival runs through June.

To start, the 5-star rating is actually for the Lantern Festival which is held at the zoo, not the zoo itself. I've never been to the John Ball Zoo before this, and I haven't seen the animals (the living ones). Instead, I went to their Lantern Festival, and the lantern animals were pretty great. Plus, I really like the layout of the zoo (built into a hill), which makes for a much more intersting walk than the zoo in my city. If you haven't had a chance to check out the Lantern Festival, I'd recommend it before it wraps up in June. Definitely a good way to spend an evening out with a significant other, the family, or if you just want something fun to look at while you take a walk. I had a great time with my DSLR trying to get pictures to showcase some of the lanterns that are there.

The Lantern Festival at night was amazing! We went to the 10:30 pm slot and parking was busy but didn't require being on the street. It did take about 1.5 hours to walk the full display, but so worth it. Was also surprised to find gluten-free food items at one of the snack bars. The whole family loved it!

It has been years since I visited John Ball Zoo and I gotta say it looks much improved. They had wonderful art work throughout the park, which was really neat. The workers were friendly and knowledgeable. All in all a good experience for the family 😀.

Drove 3hrs (including potty breaks). Love this zoo. Animals have plenty of space in their exhibit. Not overly crowded on a Saturday morning. Will definitely be back next summer!

We did the lantern event. It was well worth the money! I would advise caution if you have difficulty walking though as it is uphill for the first half of the event. And parking was quite far from the event. (Handicap spots were nowhere in sight) My dad rented a wheelchair but it took 2 hours to get through all of it. A lot of fun stuff to do for the kids though.

The lantern Festival was AMAZING. Such a great way to spend a beautiful night. Only thing I didn't care for is the slotted time for each ticket. If you have a later arrival window, ours was 10 pm, you miss the last show that started at 10 pm, and was rushed to see it all at your own pace. Would love to see John Ball bring more things like this in the evenings during spring/summer.

We love this zoo! It’s on the smaller side but it’s packed with fun, which makes it a great place for younger kids. There are plenty of rest areas, places to eat, and lots of interactive activities. The animals always seem to be active and well cared for. We also loved the nighttime lantern festival.

Beautiful zoo! It is the perfect size. Kids playground. Zip line with an additional cost. All the animals are well taken care of. There is plenty of free parking lot.

Went for the Lantern Festival and it was awesome as always. Was nice to see different things than last year. Got all kinds of photos for ya.

The Lantern Festival is what originally drew me to the zoo. We went during the day to experience the animals. However due to the season a lot of the exhibits were empty. We can back in the evening for the festival and it was top notch. I would absolutely recommend going at least once. The zoo overall was maintained fairly well. Had a great experience.

We went here in the evening to see the lantern festival and it was a rainy night. Not a downpour just right here and there but they still go through. Some places are semi-covered. Some are not and it was crowded but it wasn't that bad. I know the festival is done there but it was really good. You didn't see any animals but they had cool bubble machines they had. The concession stands opened along the way

Even tho the zoo was hoppin we were able to get in very quickly. It's been awhile since we've been to the zoo but could see that they've put a lot of improvements into the area. The whole park is easy to navigate and the concession stands are conveniently placed and loaded with food even for those with allergies. The bathrooms also had changing tables which were great. Staff is always friendly. Going to frequent this zoo more.

Great layout, and they kept the animals together from the same regions, which was cool. Had a zip line, petting zoo with goats and camel riding for the kids, which was pretty cool. Even had a dinosaur exhibit for the little ones. I'd definitely recommend it for all ages.The lines weren't long, and we got tickets right at the gate without a wait. There was no need to pre-order on a Monday at 1, but it might be different if you go during the weekend.

Wonderful experience visiting the Lantern Fest at the zoo. Vivid colorful displays to galore, mesmerizing artifacts lighting the night sky, interactive displays and much more. Super fun for the family.

Went back recently for the lantern festival. I love the lights and the interactive activities!!Rated 4 stars because they do not tell you that you do get a free limited time free show that’s included with your tickets. We missed the time and were not able to see the show. Overall it’s a great place. I wish more nocturnal animals are showcased since we were there during nights. The owls were def having fun watching us walking by.

Went to see the lantern festival they were having & loved it so much. Just the price was a little steep & the reason I couldn't go last year because I couldn't afford it. Will be back to go see the animals this year. Seen the animals last year w my granddaughter & she had so much fun. I was shocked because I didn't know it was Lego festival going on & she loves to build w her Legos.

I showed up about 7:30 for the lantern festival. All of the lights were beautiful and immersive. I would definitely go again. I was there until 11:30 when they closed enjoying my experience. The first food stand near the front gate had the best pretzel bites that the guy in there had up fresh for me, so shout out to him. 10/10 experience. All of the staff is super friendly and welcoming. 💜

This is a small zoo with a big attitude. I was surprised how much was packed in this zoo. Also, they were set up for Lantern Nights (running through mid June. I look forward to going back again. It's a great zoo for little ones because you can get through the zoo before they melt down. Many of the exhibits can be seen from multiple sides. There are also different activities like zip lines, rides, etc. for an extra fee.

I will definitely have to go back during the day sometime, to check out the animals, but this time we went for the lantern festival. It was absolutely awesome, and worth going to! It was such a perfect time, and I took sooo many pictures. I loved every moment, and every theme!

This place is a must to go if you're here. Awesome zoo. Nice and clean. But i would recommend go early. We got there a bit later in the day and it was hot so Mr. Mufasa and some other animals were taking naps. Great experience.

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This presidential museum is detailed and well done. There is often a temporary exhibit which makes visiting even more worthwhile. Located across the street from the GR Public Museum and right on the river. There is free parking available, as well as walking paths and a pedestrian bridge if you want to cross the river and explore downtown. Museum is very quiet, clean, and the staff is helpful. Gift shop is small but there are many custom and fun items.

Nice museum highlighting Ford’s Childhood College days and his work in Congress. There is a great replica of the Oval Office and Cabinet Room . You are allowed to go into the Cabinet room and take a seat around the table. President Ford and Betty are buried on the grounds outside the Museum.

Really well presented and enlightening. This is the only presidential library/museum that is in two locations. The museum and burial site are in his hometown, Grand Rapids, but, prior to becoming Vice President, he had promised his writings and correspondence to his alma mater, so the library is in Ann Arbor. In addition to the permanent exhibits, there is a temporary exhibit that offers a fascinating look at the Vice Presidency through our history.

I thoroughly enjoyed visiting The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum! The museum touches on so many aspects of Gerald Ford's life and career.I would say that about one-third of the museum has exhibits focusing on his life and career before his presidency, and then another third of exhibits focus on the events of his presidency. The last third of museum space incorporates separate, smaller spaces dedicated to Betty Ford, the funeral of Gerald Ford, the USS Gerald Ford, and the Berlin Wall.Overall, the museum is definitely worth visiting, and it was perhaps one of my favorite places to visit during my trip to Western Michigan. Lastly, I can't ignore that the free parking is a nice bonus!

We visited with another couple on a Sunday in early April of 2023 and this museum was wonderful. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum is the presidential museum and burial place of Gerald Ford, the 38th president of the United States (1974–1977), and his wife Betty Ford. It is located near the Pew Campus of Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan.The parking was free. We arrived as soon as they opened and obtained tickets with no waiting.We definitely recommend this as a must stop! Admission was very reasonable and the exhibits were outstanding from videos to artifacts of his life and presidency.We proceeded up the stairs to a well arranged exhibit hall. The special event at this time was "Guitars and a Changing Nation, America at the Crossroads"We would definitely go back at a later date.

The Gerald Ford Presidential Museum is a fitting testimonial to America’s only unintentional President. Living proof we live in a country of laws and not men. How great to have the museum in the hometown. Great exhibits and interactive presentations.

Very nice architecture and ground. Interesting exhibits. Defiantly recommend you see the Sistine Chapel temp exhibit!! Gerald R. Ford seems like a real stand-up man. It was nice to find out more about him.

What a wonderful experience. I didn't pay much attention to President Ford's contributions when he was in office. I learned a lot about both his and the First Lady's contributions. Truly remarkable.

Loved, “A heartbeat away: The American Vice-Presidency, currently at the museum. Learn all about our 38th President and how he made some decisions that saved our Republic. Very interactive. See the Berlin Wall, the Oval Office, and the Cabinet Room. The Betty Ford exhibit shares the story of her accomplishments & how she made a difference. From her work on Equal Rights for Women to her passion around those in need, and formation of Betty Ford Clinic. I enjoyed the bicentennial exhibit. Stop in at the museum gift shop!

The museum was decent; it was well maintained, it had some interesting history and information not only about former President Gerald Ford but also several pivotal moment of his presidency.The biggest problem is with the man himself, I personally didn't find him that fascinating of a president and his tenure was largely short and unnoteworthy aside from his near-disastrous pardoning of Richard Nixon.Still the museum and staff were great and the recreations of the Oval office and other presentations are immersive and faithfully recreated.

We love to visit presidential museums as we travel. Downtown Grand Rapids is absolutely gorgeous and the Ford Museum is a must see. The place is huge, the staff is friendly and the displays are very well done. Expect to stay 2-3 hours to see and read everything. Parking is plentiful, even for a RV.

Wow, what a great piece of American history here. There is lots of fascinating memorabilia and interactive features. While Ford may not have been the most influencial president, he did preside over some of the most influencial times in US history. Great place to take the kids, or just learn some more about American history for all ages.

Very well laid out museum, following the life of our most unique (to date) president. I was very impressed by the displays, information and the Oval Office recreation. The staff was kind, helpful and very welcoming. I went there at the end of the day and was the only visitor - what a special visit as it was my first time to any presidential museum. Thank you everyone for making my visit there a GRAND one!

This was my first presidential museum. It was a great experience. I learned a great deal about Ford and his presidency. My favorite exhibit was the replica of the Oval Office. I also appreciate Jared the last exhibit about Ford’s funeral, and hearing all the tributes.

The Gerald Ford Presidential museum is a very accessible, affordable, and enjoyable experience. The exhibits are well made and presented, documenting the life and careers of the President and First Lady. The funeral exhibit is a very solemn tribute. Very much recommend a visit!

The only Presidential museum in Michigan, and what an amazing adventure!As we entered the parking area,we didn't have any trouble finding a place to park. Nicely landscaped, situated on the banks of the Grand River.The entrance fees are very reasonable starting at 12.00 general, 10.00 for Sr, 6 - 18yr6.00.There are 3 exhibits to view at this time: 1976 Presidential Election, A Heartbeat Away ,The American Vice Presidecy, and Exploring Watergate.Took over 3.5 hours to walk through and was very educational.

To me it became apparent the building of character starts in the early stages of life. At home he learned many important life lessons that guided him along in life.Compared to the situation in the USA today I read the same words Freedom, healer and uniting the people needed again today and bringing the character back to America. It seems not so much has changed over the years, despite the different approaches the issues may have.Steadfast, upholding principles and guiding other people along are key words I take away from the visit.

Gerald Ford was the 38th president of the U.S.This museum depicts his life, his origins in Grand Rapids, becoming a star football player, naval officer during WWII, US congressman and then President.In the museum you can learn about the issues of the day, the Nixon pardon, the energy crisis and the Vietnamese refugees.It has a replica of rhetoric Oval office and the Cabinet room.It’s a very interesting and informative visit.

Phenomenal experience. Loved the various informative videos with opportunities to sit and watch. Many many displays well explained by plaques. It has an oval office replica from his time as well as the room known as the cabinet. I highly recommend this place

They have free parking at the property for visits. A great museum indeed. You may even find unique artifacts to see such as a can of air from Indiana, lol. An informative parade of information and informative videos throughout the president's life as well as others including the first lady. At the end there is a respectful remembrance of life that overlooks the grave site. That too is a must to pay respects to a president of this nation. The water features outside were not working and part of the gardens were bare. It is well worth the time and money. Don't forget the gift shop.

This is a true gem and a must visit museum. I learned so much about President Gerald. R. Ford. Here, you can find his oval office, his desk, and personal items. There is the first ceude oil sample extracted from Alaska, which was an important step for the American energy industry. I was amazed. There's no kids area, though they have a scavenger hunt for kids, and in the end, they can exchange it for a small prize. Which is very helpful to keep them entertained. Highly recommend this place.

Very nice presidential museum. We've been to Clinton's, Johnson's, and Reagan's prior. Exhibits were very informative and nicely created. Located on beautiful grounds near downtown Grand Rapids and river. Be sure to visit President and Mrs. Fords' gravesites adjacent to the museum (free to do so). Discounts given for seniors (62+) and veterans. FREE PARKING adjacent to facility!! Seemed like a safe area, including parking lot. Downtown Grand Rapids seemed very clean and safe as well. We spent over 3 hours there. Worth the stop.

Highly recommended presidential library. Inexpensive, beautifully maintained, and interesting architecture. It's not overwhelmingly large. Plus, the videos and 70's artifacts are fascinating. Loved the exact replica of the oval office and the cabinet board room!

The museum has a simple layout but offers alot of details about Gerald Ford's presidency. The second floor walks you through a life of service starting from Ford's early years as an Eagle scout, his college years, his service as a Naval Officer, congressman, Vice President, and finally his presidency. You can appreciate his many years of service, despite his short lived presidency. I recommend visiting this museum especially for history lovers.

Beautiful location, great information. The information on Betty Ford and her contributions nearly overshadow her husband. The VP exhibit was very informative.

I've been to two presidential libraries. If you like history, there is no better place to go than a presidential library and this one is no exception. I learned so much about a president that I was unaware of before. This library has the facts about our president from his birth to his death and every major event in between. I highly recommend this be on your vacation plans.

Great place to learn about the life and legacy of former President Ford. There is free parking on-sight. When I went, it wasn't crowded therefore no wait to get in and no need to purchase tickets in advance. There's a canal just outside with benches. Nice place to sit and think.

Very interesting museum detailing the life, presidency, and death of Gerald Ford. Takes about 1 to 3 hours to make your way through everything. Right across the street from the public museum and lots of other sites to see in Grand Rapids.

Even though I lived thru this period it was great to review it again. We've come so far and Ford did much to heal our nation.The exhibit about the other Vice Presidents was amazing history. Too often, if not always, the Veep was only a footnote on our memory.This is our fifth presidential library/museum. It's amazing the lack of recent history we were never taught in school that has so much bearing on the world we live in today.

Amazing place to spend a few hours with the family to soak up some history. We learned more at our visit to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library than we thought was possible. My entire family enjoyed our time here with exhibits that are both educational and entertaining. I would put this location on your list of things to do in Grand Rapids.

I was surprised how much I enjoyed visiting the Gerald R Ford Presidential Museum. The museum tells a wonderful story of a boy who grew into a man of strength, knowledge and integrity. A man of character who was in the right place at the right time to lead our nation through a very hard time. This is a great place to visit!

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Very beautiful museum with interesting topics. i truly enjoyed my visit. It’s a 3 floors building so make sure you have enough time to check out all of it. I spent like 4 hours. Entrance ticket is 12$ for adults. Maybe it’ll be less if u live in the area but I don’t.

Had a great time at this museum. Lots of history and science. Make sure you visit the theater planetarium. 🎥 Admission was very reasonable. Great place to take the kids!

We had an excellent time at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. It was very insightful and the kids really enjoyed the robot zoo exhibit! There where games in the lobby and informative exhibits. Place was very clean, workers where helpful and kind amd we highly suggest this for all age groups. There was free validated parking in ramp with purchase of tickets, food court, planetarium, video arcade and even a great view of downtown Grand Rapids. Highly suggest everyone visits with the family!

Not too pricy for how big it is and how much you get to see! Took us about 2 hours to walk through the whole place!! The exhibits were done really well, loved the printing press in the old town walk-through!!

Had a wonderful visit up until the end when museum staff singled out our family to keep reminding us it was closing time. Several other families continued farther into the museum while she followed us and anytime we stopped to glance at an exhibit she would remind us how long we had until closing time. The planetarium Pink Floyd light show was very cool. However, we are planning another visit and hopefully will not run into same staff.

My 10 y.o. old son and an awesome time going here. It was perfect for a small adventure to a place we have never been to before. There are 3 floors full of exhibits. Some exhibits do change a couple times per year. Right now is "The power of Poison" exhibit. It was all super cool. Definitely recommend if you need something fun and educational to do for an afternoon. The only downside is parking. I paid almost $20 bucks to park for 4 hours in the designated parking ramp for the museum, which was more than our tickets combined. But still, overall worth it.

If you're looking for a unique and classy wedding venue that screams "Grand Rapids" the museum is THE place! I've had the joy of photographing here many times, and I discover something new every time! Where else can you say "I do" under the stars, and then have your first dance under a whale?? They offer multiple ceremony options to fit your vision, including the option for a planetarium wedding! The main floor is the perfect for any size reception. The outdoor space all around the museum is always beautiful, and it’s right next to the Blue Bridge – another iconic Grand Rapids must-have! Plus you can’t visit the museum without riding the carousel! Who says you can’t have a little fun on your wedding day?

This place was fantastic, my kids really loved it. I didn't think my teenage boys were gonna enjoy it but we were all pleasantly surprised! There is so much to see and do that we ended up having to make this a 2 day adventure. They have stuff for any and all ages as well as many different things to engage all different types of interests.

We had a great time visiting all of the exhibits. Lots of things are interactive and keep you interested. Our favorite part was definitely the Streets of Old Grand Rapids exhibit. It was just like walking through an old town! Lots of detail and effort went into the exhibit, and it definitely showed. The only thing we weren’t able to check out was the historic carousel. The carousel was unfortunately closed when we visited. Overall it was a wonderful experience!

I recently attended a private company function at the Grand Rapids Public Museum and was thoroughly impressed by the venue and its offerings. The highlight of my visit was the awe-inspiring whale skeleton that dominates the main hall. This magnificent display sets a grand tone as you enter and provides a fascinating glimpse into marine life.In stark contrast, the retro arcade section offers a delightful trip down memory lane. It was a joy to engage with classic arcade games, adding a fun and nostalgic element to the evening. The juxtaposition of these two exhibits underscores the museum's diverse appeal.The event itself was exceptionally well-managed. The museum staff were professional and attentive, ensuring that all aspects of the function ran smoothly. The combination of an intriguing environment and top-notch service makes the Grand Rapids Public Museum an excellent choice for private events. Highly recommended!

Absolutely fantastic museum. So much to see and do. Lots of interactive features and kid friendly items as well. The gift shop is cute and perfect for people who love nature themed items. 10/10 would come again!

Great place to spend a day, especially with kids! Our family had a lot of fun. The carousel is 🔥🔥🔥. Would like to visit again when my little one is a little older. 100% recommended if you're around and have a 1/2 or full day to spend!

I received a aenior citizen discount and parking validation at the parking ramp because I am a Kent County resident. Nice bonus. In the museum the city street is always interesting to see. There were "pharmacist" in the apothecary to explain what we were seeing. We viewed nearly all displays. We didn't ride but watched the carousel. The staff did a great job explaining how to board and ride safely. The planetarium and carousel requires an additional fee but all fees were affordable.Take quarters with you to play the classic video games!!I like to go every couple of years as the displays are always changing.

I'm thinking ok, just a museum it's better. 3 different floors. Alot to see and learn about. They even have a small arcade with older games to play so bring some quarters.

What a wonderful place to spend a day. We arrived and were able to get a parking place by the museum. The museum had just opened for the day and general admission was a very reasonable price for 3 floors of exploring history and science.We spent several hours exploring all 3 floors!My favorite exhibits were "Finny" the finback whale skeleton. Then there was Old Streets of Grand Rapids and the Old Camper Trailer.Definitely another trip back to the museum will be in order.

Always an awesome experience, and it was beautifully decorated for Christmas 🎄🎁 I have always loved going here since I was a kid. I decided to take my nephew to see the bug exhibit and he had an amazing time. The only negative I can say is the person we experienced at the cash register in the cafe had no personality and was quite unwelcoming.

Love taking my kids here, decently priced, lots to do. They lost one star because the new exhibit, the Robot Zoo, had multiple out of order exhibits, so that took away from the interactive part. Still would highly recommend!

This spot is an absolute blast, offering an engaging journey into the rich history of Grand Rapids and Michigan. We got lost exploring the captivating bug exhibit, although I heard it's closing in February, so catch it while you can! The staff at the front desk were incredibly friendly and helpful upon our arrival. With three expansive levels to explore, be prepared for an abundance of fascinating exhibits. It's not just for kids – adults can have a great time here too. Definitely worth a visit!

Love love loved this museum!!! There is so much to explore and interact with. Could've spent all day there. We were limited on time but got through most of the museum minus the planetarium.

Place was amazing, tons of just about everything you could imagine in a museum. Bring a Michigan ebt or wic card and it’s super cheap. Great place for the whole family to have fun, also has a small store to buy food and drinks

Second time here. A fun museum for a low cost. Plenty of fun exhibits for young and old alike. Food selection a bit slim. Appears they are expanding due to outside construction. Will be intriguing to see how they evolve

Had a lot of fun with my kids. They had an elf scavenger hunt which kept the kids engaged in something. Also went to the planetarium and watched the Christmas special they had. Very cool. Highly recommend any show in the planetarium. The bug exhibit was very cool too.

Was pleasantly surprised by this museum, It was a great size, I easily spent 2 hours there but could have been there longer if I didn’t have to go somewhere after. I love that it is location history so you can see fossils found in the region, history of who has lived in the region, and a glimpse into what the area looked like. Walking through the remake of the city with old businesses felt like I traveled through time. I’ve never seen anything like it. I like the diversity of this museum. Things I didn’t expect to see there was a Nelson Mandela exhibition, history on textiles and fashion, and so many native (preserved) animals I’ve never seen before. The gift shop was also great. It didn’t just have toys and typical souvenirs. It had a lot more that I was interested in buying including items from local vendors and artists.

Our kids loved the museum been years since we have went but took our neice and nephew.They had some great time with interactive exhibits the old Grand Rapids street with shops never thought I would see an Arcade in a museum as an exhibit makes me feel old but definitely fun to watch the kids play our favorite games. Still glade to see the whale skeleton and airplane hanging from the ceiling, there's a lot going on in the public museum it's a gem of Grand Rapids for sure. If your on vacation with little kids I'm sure they will enjoy it as much as we did.

I was afraid there wouldn't be enough for my grandkids, 2 and 4 years old, to do here, but after 3 hours, they begged to stay longer. The builder exhibit was a huge hit, and although the bug exhibit was a little scary for the 2 year old, there were parts that were fun for her, too. They also loved the habitat and animal exhibits. What a GR treasure!

Such an unexpectedly good museum! Lots of content and learning, even for adults! Very broad scope with something for everyone.

I loved visiting this museum and seeing all the items they have collected and curated over the years. I can't wait to go back and see more of what the planetarium has to offer and listen again to the beautiful music played in the music hall.

Loved walking around the museum and getting a self guided history lesson on all the unique things the building holds. I couldn't help but wonder what might could be added to the museum in the next 100 years. Where will the world be and how far will the world have gone by then, and if earth will still be the only planet we as humans reside on... or not....???

very underwhelming museum, would be good to take children. the gentleman who presented the shows while very nice, wasn't very charismatic. would not recommend unless you're bringing kids..

The Grand Rapids Public Museum is an amazing place to visit! It's filled with fascinating artifacts, exhibits, and interactive displays that showcase the history and culture of the area. From ancient artifacts to immersive exhibits about nature and local history, there's something for everyone to enjoy and learn from.

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My husband and I were just here May 20 for Friday Night Smackdown. While the event itself was very enjoyable, the venue is your standard arena.Bathrooms were decent, and the food and drinks were overpriced as they usually are at these types of places. The only personal downside for me was the lack of mask protocol, if not for anything else to mask the onslaught of the smell of beer, sweat, must, hot breath, and rear end mixed together. For women, you can't bring in purses, only small hand clutches. And the seats are super close together, which isn't a problem, except when you have persons who are much bigger in size trying to squeeze into a seat while invading your personal space.Otherwise, we had a pretty good time.

We had a great time!! It was a bit small, but that didn't stop the show. The bike show was pretty cool at the beginning. But the monster truck show was fun to watch. There were 2 times that the trucks couldn't perform, but I just think it was time management. I do recommend taking your family, though. Parking wasn't so bad, and entering wasn't that bad either.

The Van Andes Arena is one of the top three venues in Michigan. The facility is located in the heart of Grand Rapids and was established in 1996. The total capacity is close to 12,000 and there isn’t a bad seat in the house. Recently, I attended a Dixie Chicks concert with my Mother and the acoustics were top notch. I’d highly recommend making a visit for any and all special events!

One of the friendliest concert staff! Even when guests were hard to handle they showed kindness. The stage was super close for my tickets and all the seats looked good to sit in! One of the best times I've ever had! See You Again!

This was my first time at Van Andel Arena and all-around my experience was nothing short of amazing. I won early access tickets due to being a GA Floor ticket holder and the staff outside of the venue were very friendly and helpful in finding where I was supposed to go for this. Every person I came in contact with, from security to ticket-staff to the food vendors were all very friendly and pleasant. As for the music, Phish absolutely rocks and I would love to see them back here again. The sound quality was great and there wasn’t a super extensive search coming in, which compared to some other big venues was a nice surprise. The venue itself was very clean and there was reasonably priced parking all around the venue. If I had to give a negative it would be the price for a box of Sno-Caps chocolate was $6.50 which I though was kind of excessive but with it being a specialty item in an arena, beggars can’t be choosers lol All around wonderful experience and I hope to come back and see Phish here again in the future!

I went to a Hillsong elevation worship concert here. It was huge and every seat was filled! But super nice building the concert was awesome! They also had like a little shop in the upper floor that was kinda neat as well.

Good place for events. Good views from about everywhere. Staff are friendly. Lots of clean bathrooms and many food and drink options. Parking available all over town. Getting in can be a hassle some times. Good times for hockey fans, new basketball team here as well.

I recently went to the People's Tour featuring Quinn XCII with special guests ARIZONA and Julia Wolf at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, MI. The concert was amazing and the venue was perfect!The acoustics at Van Andel Arena were incredible. The sound was clear and crisp, and you could hear every word of the songs. The arena is also very spacious, so there was plenty of room to move around and dance.There were plenty of concession stands and merch tables throughout the arena, so you never had to go far to get what you needed. The restrooms were also well-maintained and clean.Getting in and out of the arena was very easy. There were plenty of parking options available, and the security lines moved quickly.The best part of the show was ARIZONA. They were so energetic and engaging, and they really got the crowd involved. They even brought out a random fan to play drums on stage with them!Overall, I had a great experience at Van Andel Arena. The venue is perfect for concerts, and the staff is friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to see a show!🤩 - The acoustics were amazing!💃 - The crowd was so energetic!🥁 - ARIZONA brought out a random fan to play drums on stage!💯 - I had a great time!

Recently went to the Lindsey Stirling Snow Waltz concert here! I've been here many times over the years and it's always a great venue no matter what style of performance. The Lindsey Stirling concert was excellent. She is a truly talented and amazing performer! It seems there's nothing she can't do! Plus, she has a philanthropic heart and message! We need more of that!

I went and saw the concert Styx and Foreigner. I wasn't able to watch the final show-Styx; however, the sound was decent. Foreigner band stated they had lack of money to put on a great show. Stated they were on a financial budget. Foreigner played good but it did seem to me that the Lead Singer was tired. Tired in the aspect of impressing live shows in performance. I am uncertain to why the Lead Singer bent over to show the crowd his butt. To me that was a bit odd.The Light Show for Foreigner was cool. I especially enjoyed the drummers' performance at the end of the show.I spent $40.00 on my ticket, which, the event was almost or sold out completely. I do know some tickets went as high as $100.00 each. Like the band, I was also on a budget.I think I would attend more concerts at Van Andel Arena in the future if tickets were $40-$50 each. I cannot afford $300-$500 tickets. I hope singers and/or famous people understand that most working class families can't afford hundred dollar tickets.Sincerely, Miss Keller

Saw Thomas Rhett here a while back, great concert great place for a concert also the acoustics are wonderful because it's a smaller place not as big as some other arenas. A little more up close and personal. Recently went and saw Eric Church there also.

Always a great show at the Van Andel!! Keith Urban was amazing! Not really a bad seat in the house! Quick but thorough security check at the door. Easy ticket scanning to get in. Prices have gone up with inflation, but that is to be expected. I definitely recommend Van Andel Arena!!

The seats are little, and I always feel like I'm going to fall down the stairs. The climb is so steep. Every concert you see at least one person miss a step and slide. You can see pretty good from any seat. That's a plus. Also, it's always SO hot!

The presence of God filled the whole arena. It was wild. God loves western Michigan and has so much in store for this region!Practically, the arena is great for events such as concert and conferences. The sound is crisp if done right, the echo isn’t bad, bathrooms are good, and the food options are mid. The one bad thing about the food is that there’s no gluten free or dairy free options.

First time going to Grand Rapids and being at the arena. The seats are a bit tight if you’re a little bit bigger like I am. The outside of the arena looks very nice with an all glass exterior for the front entrance. Lots of concession stands with lots of food and beverage options.

Visited for the Grand Rapids Griffins game. Venue was clean, staff was friendly and helpful. Large food selection from affordable in-hand snacks up to extreme stadium buckets. Merchandise was a bit pricey but no more than anywhere else.

They are very organized to help people get in and to their seats easily and quickly. Seats are fairly small and tight, but I suppose that is normal in an arena. Most seats do not have cupholders. Drinks are pricey and so is food, but you get great portions, making it worth it. Pretty large and clean bathrooms (at least at the beginning of the event!) But there are still usually lines (like at any large event).

Van Andel Arena, Home of the Grand Rapids Griffins! A nice big arena, easily spotted from the roadside! Parking can be tricky but don't get discouraged! Plenty of events take place here including but not limited to; Ice Hockey, Monster Jam, Pro Wrestling, Concerts, etc. Prices vary for each event, check out their website for more details!

Area was great but be ready to pay up to 30.00 to park. Drinks were 7.50 non alcohol ones. It all looked good. Carly , Tim and Heartreckers were a 10.

We went to see AJR’s Maybe Man Tour here on April 14th, 2024! It was phenomenal. The sound was great, the security workers and ushers gave a very positive and safe experience. The seats on the floor are VERY close together but it doesn’t matter when you’re having the time of your life.

Fantastic! Clean and convenient venue, friendly staff, parking garage was easy enough and close. Saw the Jurassic World show with the kids. It's also nice that they didn't have a bunch of advertisements outside the building to spoil the surprise, so my kids didn't know what they were going to until they were IN the arena itself. I look forward to future events.

First time here, place was great. Great view of stage, pretty decent sound system. Super clean, friendly staff. Very good experience.

It was a great experience at the inaugural season opener for Grand Rapids Rise pro volleyball last night at Van Andel! ❤🧡💛🏐 Tickets sold out and it was packed! They introduced Ember, their new mascot, too! One area of improvement: letting us in the door and then waiting for 5 minutes before getting our tickets scanned to find our seats was a little clustered and awkward, but once we got settled in, it was great! Can't wait to watch more pro volleyball!

Pretty much everything is great except the drink prices. Probably one or the most expensive venues I've been to in a long time.$5 water and $20 adult beverages. Just wild.

The game itself was fun, the staff who run the food and merchandise tables are great. The security did nothing when I had a man behind me swearing left and right. The section was full of elementary kids and the swearing made it a violent environment, no one did anything and we left early because of it and it was $6 for one personal bottle of MTN dew. We ended up spending the last five minutes on the merchandise floor where I assisted people getting down from the stairs where there were no railings and no one assisting. For what they charge I expected a little better.

Great food choices seating is excellent. The only thing I would recommend is more lighting in the parking lots after dark

Nice venue. Always something going on downtown. Love the no views obstruction from almost any seat.

Been here for Hockey games and concerts. This is a really great arena in which to watch your favorite bands and sporting events.I love the upper seating in rows A and B. Great views.I am a bigger guy so some of the seats are more cramped than others. If you are of larger persuasion spend the money for better seats, they can be a bit to squeeze between the cup holders.Completely cashless for transactions which is nice and speeds up the lines. Being able to order ahead at the concessions from your phone is a cool perk as well.

10/10 Handicap accessible and Handicap Friendly! This venue has greatly improved over the years. I'm impressed with their customer service, security, and guest services. Guest Services have been terrific, reassigning me and my companion to barrier free seating. I love seeing band boosters running some Concessions.

This place is great for concerts, perfect sound system, and seating was awesome too, to add the services and vendors were awesome

This is my first visit to the arena. Nice place, I parked in one of the ramps and used the skywalk. That was a different experience, never put foot on the sidewalk or street. My visit was for a Griffins hockey game. For those that carry bags, purses, backpacks etc, don't. I didn't think to check the website. My family had to return to the car because of purses. Only 6 inch by 4 inch bags are allowed. Everyone goes through metal detectors. We found out about the bag thing from the staff at the door. Signage for that, or electronic notification with everyones e-tickets would have been nice. Fun time, Griffins won, Go Griffins!

Great time great concert fun place to visit Ted Nugget showed up awesome time

I saw Greta Van Fleet and it was a home show for them. They were absolutely PHENOMENAL! Jake can play his a$$ off.

Of all the concerts I've been to, this arena was the best. Never had to wait in line for a drink and the sound was fantastic here. No seats are bad. I'll never go to a concert at Ford Field after going here. It's worth the two hour drive for me.

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The tour was more amazing than we expected! Seth was great and you could tell he really knew everything about the place and the process of making cider. It was great that we were able to try the different stages of cider making, you could really taste the difference that each step adds! The ambiance was great throughout cider house 1 and the outdoor area. We opted for the combination charcuterie board and the meat and cheese selection was great and a perfect pairing to the cider. I highly recommend getting both flights to try all the flavors they have to offer. Went home with our favorites! Super cool experience, would love to come back in the summer time!

This place is adorable and the cider slushie is sooooo good! We took the trail to see the gigantic pigs.

Beautiful farmland. You can get your cider and walk around to visit all the animals. Or you can do a flight and taste a bunch of ciders. Light bites available.

Lovely place! Highly recommend going here for a fall afternoon or evening out! The atmosphere is so peaceful out on the farm, you have the beautiful backdrop of the woods and fields that they have. Staff was SUPER friendly and they are doing a great job making it all COVID compliant as well! Definitely reserve a table in advance if you plan on going so you know you'll be seated when you get there.

Very cool and beautiful place to drink cider, have some snacks, and hang out with some friends. They have plenty of seating outside and limited seating inside. Other than that, it’s really cool. Recommend this place if you want to chill, maybe cozy up to a fire pit and tell some stories.

The cider menu is excellent. You can get a flight to try the most popular ciders or have a regular 10-16oz pub glasses. If you want to buy some ciders, they are within a range of $15 to $40 per bottle (no canned ciders). We really enjoyed sampling different flavors. If you like ciders, that’s definitely a place to put on your map.They also have a well curated menu - cheese boards, dips and wraps/sandwiches. Smoked trout dip was delicious.I only wish we had more time to walk the grounds and explore the trails. The whole territory is really well maintained.

Virtue Cider in Michigan is seriously amazing. You'll find yourself in this beautiful orchard, sipping on delicious ciders. Whether you're into classic dry ciders or more adventurous flavors, they've got something for everyone. The staff is super friendly and will gladly walk you through their offerings. If you're in Michigan and love cider, Virtue Cider is a great spot.

What a wonderful place. I have watched this place grow and it’s fun to see the trees get taller around the property. I always enjoy stopping by when I’m in the area. My girl loves virtue ciders. Thank you virtue cider for keeping ciders old Euro style and real to taste. Cheers! Follow me and my travels on Instagram at mylifemyterms55

Amazing place to try cider! The majority of seating was outside and the inside seating had no air conditioning, so keep that in mind when visiting. We did visit on a rather hot day, but found that the outdoor seating was breezy. You can either order at your table or walk in and order at the bar. We ended up ordering at the bar to have some questions answered, and we were able to sample some ciders that we were curious about. Pictured is the cheese box and a sampler. Ciders were available as a draft or in the bottle, draft prices were well priced, $4-8 depending on the size.

The atmosphere is wonderful. I loved being able to walk the trail on the grounds, viewing the animals and seeing the garden. The food was very good. I don't drink, but the people I was with really enjoyed the ciders they had. I think Virtue Cider is a great place to visit with friends and family.

This is a story, a story worth reading.Nestled in the lush farmlands on the west side of michigan sits a humble cidery. This cidery is a gathering place featuring fizzy alcoholic Apple juice, an array of farm inspired eats and outdoor activities that will keep kids entertained for hours.A young family and two grandparents were tired and famished after spending the morning, and early afternoon, ing berries in sun-soaked farms. Needing time to relax and some provisions to fuel them they opened a tool called google and were exposed to a large yet quaint eatery oasis nestled among the sprawling berry bushes and apple trees.This young family moved at a grueling pace in their European vehicles and arrived at Virtue Cider. Famished and low on energy they greeted the hardworking hostess and we’re taken to a table to rest their legs and ease their minds.They then scanned a QR code and we’re exposed to a world of wonder featuring an endless array of carefully crafted ciders and some carb centric eats.Wanting to share and savor they opted for a few flights of the boozy brew and got a charcuterie board, some sandwiches and a few bags of flavored fried potatoes.While the adults ate the children walked around looking at bunnies, admiring pigs and even tossing bags full of beans into holes.The family spent a couple of hours in this relaxing respite and still to this day look upon this moment with great fondness

This is our favorite place to go in Fennville. In the center or wine country surrounded by great vineyards is Virtue Cider. The farm is fantastic, there are lots of trails to walk and even animals to visit. And their Cider is the best around. Very crisp and made with care. This is a great place to relax for an afternoon and a good time for the whole family. Kids even enjoy it.It is also just a small walk to Modales winery next door!

Wow, what a great way to kick off our weekend. We booked a spot for Friday afternoon to enjoy some cider and snack foods. We had two flights and got to experience so much great cider. The spinach dip is so fresh and garlicky, and the charcuterie is truly to die for. The herbed cheese and apple jam is a combination that will bring you to your knees. The apple cider is so fresh and sweet. You truly will love stopping to have good and drinks here.

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We reserved a spot for wine tasting online. It was $10 per person and we got our own table and 7 tastings. It also comes with a $5 off coupon when you buy 4 bottles of wine. We ordered the charcuterie which was a great deal for how much food you get, and yummy! Also, there was live music on the lawn and great prices on the glasses of wine! Beautiful place! Definitely will be going again!

We came here for my sister’s bachelorette trip this weekend. We had the most amazing time. The private tasting room was decorated beautifully for the bride-to-be and wedding party. The attention to detail was well-appreciated. The charcuterie was delicious. We had the pleasure of having Deb as our party server. She was very friendly and made our experience even better. After our tasting, we bought a couple bottles to enjoy outside with live music and to take pictures. This was the highlight of our weekend. We would definitely come back!

A suggestion from my boss' wife. They had an event but we were still able to do a wine tasting at the 'bar'. Denise assisted us and she was very pleasant. We tried 7 different samples (technically 14, 7 each) and had some hits and misses. We did bring 4 bottles home with one being a gift for the suggesty. Nice experience and some decent wines.

Super fun vineyard! Lots of fun places to sit and enjoy the views. Great value wine tasting. We received flight with TEN tastings, it was a great value.Staff were very helpful and friendly. Can't wait to go back!

Caryl was so kind and helpful. Such a beautiful day and she suggested sitting outside. She even had me try some new wine that I absolutely loved.Got a charcuterie board and it was so wonderful. Highly recommend coming to this place.

The wine is 5 stars but the place is kind of boring inside. If it's nice weather I recommend sitting outside, since the grounds are nicer than being inside.

Fenn Valley Vineyard did an amazing job for my daughters bridal shower. The host Deb helped with all the details. Awesome wine tastings and service. Well worth the money. Recommend this place to everyone.

Fenn Valley Winery offers a fantastic experience:1. The location is stunning, creating a picturesque atmosphere.2. Private spaces make it perfect for parties and gatherings.3. The diverse and reasonably priced selection of wines caters to various tastes.4. Membership perks, earned through purchases, include free tastings and discounts, enhancing the overall value.

The Best Vineyard in Michigan!! We always look forward to coming here. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and professional and we would recommend Fenn Valley to anyone. Thank You for making our latest visit as memorable as the last one.

Lovely and large tasting room and area outdoors to enjoy a tasting or a glass of wine. Hubby and I enjoyed the Peach and Honey wine on our honeymoon and came back for another bottle. Also found a new variety that we love -42 Ice Wine! Be sure to ask for a tasting! Decided to join the wine club while we were here so we'll now have free tastings when we go and a variety of wines that we can take home throughout the year.

Fantastic place for wine tasting at a great price. They have a good selection of wines and hard ciders and they charcuterie...very tasty. The grounds are inviting so you can sit outside( in the shade or in the sun) and sip your wino.

The hubby and I have been wine club members here for a while, and absolutely love the wine; BUT we love coming in for a glass because we ADORE the staff. Everyone is so down to earth, and caring, and clearly love what they do - which is introducing the rest of us to the latest and greatest flavor experience Fenn Valley has created. Exhibit A: I tried Meritage a couple times years ago, wasn't a fan. Today, Wendy, Deb and Linda had me try the latest version and I LOVED it. Now my only problem is I don't have enough hours in the day to drink all the wine I'd like to.......Thank you, Fenn Valley!!!!!

Fenn Valley has some really good wines. Great venue. Delicious charcuterie. We took the vinyard tour and enjoyed tasting the grapes along with the wine from that grape. Aaron was a lot of fun and taught us so much during our tour. Highly recommend!

Great winery with a large variety of wines and ciders to choose from. The facility is well maintained and they have space for larger accommodations.

My husband and I had a blast learning about Michigan wine with Wendy here! It was a very relaxed and fun experience with some great treats to take home.

We went during our girls trip. Much older outdated establishment (which did not bother me). We had a “private” taste testing with Deb! She was great! One of my glasses was missing wine and was also a way smaller pour than my mother and sister in laws. None of the wines really stood out which was unfortunate, but we only tasted 7. I’d go back again to give it another shot.

Carol was awesome!!! Great descriptions of the wine, very knowledgeable and personable. Definitely made our experience with Fenn Valley better than we could’ve expected. First time visitors to this establishment. Highly recommended. We will definitely be back. Also, we purchased several bottles of wine.

We always enjoy this family owned winery. There are a wide variety of wines for every palate and lots of events. The tour of the various vines was very enjoyable and educational!

Middle aged woman with short grey hair at the front does not have a friendly or welcoming demeanor to be the face at the entrance. The people in front of us was a large party and she quickly rattled off that this was not a restaurant and no one would be serving them. They were just inquiring what the options were. When it was our turn, we asked to do a flight and she quickly said it would be 30min, so my husband asked if it would take 30 min to get a glass of wine. She said no, so we did that. It felt like she wanted us to leave, did not feel welcomed at all. We visited the tasting room in Saugatuck yesterday and had great customer service despite how busy they were. We visited other wineries and had way better customer service. Wine is just ok, so the other wineries may be a better option.

Linda was amazing helping us to decide which wines we'd enjoy. She spent a lot of time introducing us to different wines in our taste pallets. She was very knowledgeable AND LOADS OF FUN!!! Don't let her get away!!

My partner and I went in for a wine tasting and had the best time! Kim was fantastic. He had so many great stories and told us all about the tasty wine we were trying. We would definitely come back; the experience was fabulous and the wine was unique and delicious!

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Honestly always a beautiful place to go for a walk. Excellent area for kids to experience and learn. Little gift shop has some beautiful items. Honestly I could never understand how someone may not like this place. Whether you go by yourself to take pictures or just to clear your mind. Or you're going with a significant other for your entire family and kids. Definitely worth the experience and the money spent. Some may think ticket prices a little high however we fully understand that the ticket price doesn't just pay wages and basic upkeep that it also pays towards donations and contributions to keep this place up and running and growing. You're ever in the area I highly recommend you check this place out.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an enchanting destination that offers a perfect harmony of indoor and outdoor beauty. The indoor aspect features a breathtaking butterfly conservatory that is simply stunning. The vibrant colors and delicate fluttering of the butterflies create a captivating experience. On the outdoor front, the park offers scenic views that are equally impressive. From well-manicured gardens to picturesque landscapes, the outdoor aspect of the park is a visual treat. Whether you're exploring the butterfly conservatory or enjoying the serene outdoor scenery, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is a place of unmatched beauty and tranquility.

You can easily spend all day here. There are so many different things to see and experience. There is a wetland area that you can just watch the blue herons, turtles, frogs and other wildlife enjoy. There are sculptures and art galore. Beautiful landscape and flowers everywhere. Such a peaceful serene atmosphere all over that makes it wonderful it just walk through. There is also a kids area that is interactive with splash pad and more.

FM Gardens and Sculpture Park is one of the gems of Michigan (the whole country, really!) I’ve been a member over the years, and they keep making a great place even better. I go there often, to walk amongst the beautiful grounds, and to see the art - they have over 200 sculptures by world-class artists! If you have kids (I took mine when they were little and now bring my granddaughter) there is a special children’s garden full of interactive things to do, as well as an awesome indoor play area. The whole place is a wonderland for children, full of plants and wildlife, including swans and geese and ducks and turtles and frogs in the wetlands boardwalk area. And there is a great cafe, wonderful gift shop, picnic area where you can bring your own food, and plenty of spotlessly clean restrooms :) They also offer many special events, including parties and concerts, and things like the butterflies in the spring and holiday trees from around the world in late fall. If you haven’t been, I recommend it as one of the top things to do in Grand Rapids!

A must visit place in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Eye soothing ambiance and scenery. The thing I didn't like is it closes too early, at 5.00PM. You should plan for at least 4-5 hours for this place. 2-3 hrs are just not enough. Only the Japanese garden will take 1-2 hrs if you want to see the full garden. Too much to see, heaven for photography. Though the ticket price is pretty high. And it is difficult to find parking during the weekend.

Such a neat place. Loved the indoor plant displays. We were there while they were doing their butterfly exhibit, which was awesome. (Butterflies are my favorite!) We also did the nature walk, visited the Japanese Garden, and walked around the sculpture park. Highly recommend!

This was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. There is way more to see than the eye let's on. The ticket price of $18 is well worth the amount of park to cover. There is also a great indoor area to explore as well. The park sections are well taken care of and it was a true delight to walk the trails and see wildlife in its natural form. We probably spent more time looking at the frogs, tadpoles, and chipmunks than anything else. There is staff readily available anywhere in the park. The Japanese Gardens is definitely a highlight and a must see.However, there is not nearly enough shaded areas to take refuge in during hot summer days in some of the outdoor sections. With little cloud cover the particular Sunday I went, it was too much to continue on and finish the park.The park recommends giving yourself at least 2 hours, but honestly, you should plan for 3 or 4 if you like to stop and observe. It's a great way to spend a large portion of your day.

Beautiful gardens and museum! Highly recommended! I haven’t been here in 10 years and I was pleasantly surprised with all the recent renovations! This place is top notch! My adult children, my toddler grandchild and I all loved it/Perfect for all ages! I can’t wait to go back!

It was a bit hot but the trolly ride was very worth the extra $6 each. Then we strolled around the absolutely beautiful and relaxing Japanese Gardens. There are a lot of benches throughout the park. Definitely plan to go back and check out more of it.

What a fun way to spend the afternoon! There's lots to see.. so many pretty plants & trees along the many pathways. They have a neat children's play area. Make sure to bring drinking water!! It's a long walk, but we seen everything within 2 hours.. if you're wanting to move slower and take your time you could easily spend all day here tho. The greenhouse was really neat, lots of tropical plants & trees.. the cactus room is amazing also! As for the art.. well it's was ok. I'm not big into art so most of it didn't impress me. A few that were neat tho was the giant horse, arch, and electricity one(pictured)

A rather wonderful space for the community, and travelers alike. The grounds are expansive with meandering trails both shaded and open. The gardens, landscape and hot house vignettes are enjoyable, but lack emphasis on botanical diversity and content. Dominant use of hybrids and ordinary nursery stock used creatively to provide aesthetic balance.There are a lot of sculptures, large and small. The diversity of styles is impressive and each provide a plaque to note artist and title while leaving the interpretation to the viewer. The amphitheatre is beautiful and offers a unique space to partake in cultural performances. It is the very reason I had the pleasure of visiting this venue, being on tour with a music concert.Absolutely all the staff and volunteers, from every department and level of position are friendly, helpful and accommodating. There is tram service that tours the grounds for those that want or need a way to see everything. An on-site cafe offers uncomplicated yet fresh food for a variety of dietary needs and tastes, with options for indoor and outdoor seating. If you're visiting with children you will not be alone, there are a variety of spaces geared to offer safe and entertaining areas for the young ones. Generally speaking the venue is large enough that those desiring more peaceful contemplation of their surroundings will not feel neglected.

When I lived in the area we visited frequently and had annual passes. We enjoyed the butterflies in the spring and the train ride at Christmas. In between we never tired of the standing exhibits or special exhibits. Back in the day we could see The Thinker. Today you can see Eve and of course, The American Horse which is an epic sculpture.You'll find the Children's Garden to be charming at any age. You'll be entranced by the Japanese Garden. Other areas you don't want to miss are Michigan's Farm Garden and Sculpture Park. There are also exhibits indoors.If you want to see everything, allow 4-5 hours. It's best though to become a member and return regularly. Plan a trip with a book or a camera and sit in the many well positioned areas to enjoy beauty and tranquility.Also, check frequently for special events including outdoor concerts in the spectacular amphitheater.Below please enjoy some photos below. It's not a complete tour so you'll want to go yourself.Pricing hasn't changed in years so it's still very reasonable.Almost everything is completely accessible except for a few small trails. There is a mobility center with some wheelchairs and scooters (first cone first serve). There is a tram that is narrated if you prefer not to walk.There are some designated picnic areas and some eating options though I didn't see these personally.Parking is plentiful.No smoking.The signage maps are plentiful and strategically placed. The guest guide provided with your ticket is very helpful .Adult ticket is $20; seniors $15.

It's one of the nicest Bottanical gardens we've been to. The sculptures spread out around the grounds, and interiors add a lot to the experience and are well curated and of very high quality and artistic value as well as being representative of many eras and styles.It was hotter than expected, so we stayed to the paths with some shade. From the sounds of laughter and giggles the kids were having fun at the water feature in the children's garden. We'll definitely be back again.

Visited on a Wednesday evening for a family event. It was spectacular. My children really enjoyed the children's garden. We walked around and enjoyed several waterfalls, an island, bridges, and seeing nature all around. There are restrooms and drinking fountains all around.The sights were beautiful and I strongly recommend this place to other families.

It was really cool to see international sculptures in grand rapids. I've personally never been to a sculpture garden but it's cool to listen to everyone's interpretation of what they think the sculpture represents if the artist won't tell you. Sometimes the artists actually visit the gardens which is really cool to hear what they have to say about their own work. The Japanese garden was may favorite, probably because of my affinity for Japanese culture and art. They have a tea house in which they actually do tea ceremonies there every once in a while, but you have to reserve a spot for yourself if you want to experience that. There are plenty of different types of flora and lots of ponds and waterfalls. A very nice place to forget all of your issues and just relax. When I went it was like 90° F so I was focusing more on not being dehydrated but I did take some time to sit on a bench in the shade and just reflect. The art is very abstract if you're into that. Plus the visitor center is air-conditioned so it feels nice to go in after being in the hot sun.

This garden is absolutely stunning and worth every penny. The entire garden is perfectly kept and you could easily spend your entire day here. Not only is it nice to look at and explore it's a great place for photos. The garden is kid friendly and has tons of activities to keep busy. There's easy access to many bathrooms spread about the garden and lots of drinking fountains and places to recycle or throw items away. There's places to eat snacks from home or eating from their personal Cafe. Overall i enjoyed every second of being here and would highly recommend going.

WOW!!😯😍 Such an amazingly beautiful and awesome place!! We spent 4hours walking through most of the inside and we ate lunch there too. It was raining outside, and this was a perfect place to go on a rainy day. BUT we have to go back to walk through all of the outside. I did walk outside to see a couple fountains real quick, but there is SO much more that I want to see. They have very detailed and handy maps that you can get from staff. You can take a tram tour through most of the outside gardens. This place is just unbelievable, and sooo worth the price. If I lived near by, I'd get a membership forsure. The cafe is amazing too, and has so many neat options to choose from.

magnificent botanical and sculpture garden. includes conservatory and greenhouses off the lobby area. Lovely Cafe with several food choices. Including vegan choices. Chuily glass displays: ceiling of the Cafe and the chandelier outside the Cafe entrance. Outdoor concerts in the summer. Check the website for the dates, times, musician details. Enjoy this beautiful botanical gardens in Grand Rapids. Only 2 hours and 15 minutes from Valparaiso. Easy drive. 94 to 196. then get off on exit 38 in Grand Rapids Michigan. you have arrived at your destination.

An amazing and beautiful place to visit in West Michigan. Highly recommend doing the 45 minute tram tour to view many of the sculptures on the grounds with narration. We spent over an hour in the Japanese Garden and it is the most amazing spot in the park. The children's garden area is fun and has a really cool tree fort. You need all day to even try and see everything. We spent 3 hours there and did the tram, Japanese Garden and Children's Garden.

The sculpture park is a highlight of this establishment, featuring an impressive collection of outdoor sculptures from renowned artists. As you stroll through the gardens, you’ll encounter striking sculptures set against lush landscapes, creating a harmonious interplay between art and nature. The pieces range from classical to contemporary, ensuring there’s something for everyone to appreciate.The botanical gardens within the park are equally captivating. They showcase an array of plants, including tropical, arid, and seasonal displays, making it a year-round destination. The conservatory is a real gem, housing a diverse collection of exotic plants and seasonal flower displays. It’s an ideal place to escape the cold Michigan winters.The children’s Garden is a fantastic space filled with interactive exhibits and activities, making it both fun and educational for kids. Educational programs and events are often hosted here, making it a valuable resource for learning about horticulture and art.

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! I couldn't even begin to say enough wonderful things about these gardens! And the sculptures too! My parents brought me here years ago when it was a lot closer to its original opening and it certainly has grown and FLOURISHED! The pictures speak for themselves as to the beauty of the entire place. But the workers are just as beautiful. Everyone was so kind, helpful, friendly, and happy! A truly pleasant and peaceful place to be! Thank you so much, Frederik Meijer Gardens, for an amazing day and memories that will last forever!

Had a really great time! My in-laws have the grandparents membership and it's totally worth it, this place is extremely family friendly. The indoor gardens are stunning and the kids loved watching the mini train go by! There's a kids playroom on another level as well if you need a break from all the noise. We mainly went for the Christmas around the world exhibit, which is so beautiful I just wish they had the space to do every county. Staff was also wonderful!!

Went here with our family of 7 and some friends. We had a large group and on this day April 21st around 2:30pm, it was very busy… we had to stand in line for approximately 25 minutes to get tickets. And then going through the exhibits were single file line and took about 30-45 minutes to make it through each “area”. The butterfly exhibit took longer of course and was not single file, it was still elbow to elbow and not easy to walk around freely. I would go back though, the butterflies are so majestic and beautiful to watch. My wife took our kiddos here on another occasion and she said it was not that busy at all. The outdoor play area is terrific way to spend an evening to let you kiddos play and explore!

My visit to the state-of-the-art Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park was decidedly ravishing!! In addition to the congenial and accomodating staff, I felt particularly grateful for the very expansive and tranquil Japanese Garden (including the space dedicated to "Faith Reflection"), the English Perennial Garden, the cafe, and the gift shop! Everything is meticulously curated and maintained! It reminds me of Heaven on Earth!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/5 Stars

Outstanding place! The gardens in summer are gorgeous. The indoor exhibitions are exquisite art. The greenhouse is impressive and relaxing. The. Children's Garden is super fun, I loved the Michigan state pool shape, and it has boats for the kids to play. The playground is great with plenty of shade and space to play. In summer, they have different activities each day, such as clay, bugs, and construction blocks. There is a tour ride on a train, which is $5 extras but totally worth it. For many reasons, it is one of Michigan iconic places that you can't miss.

The only negative i could say about here is that they don’t have a squished penny machine! 😢 My girlfriend and i absolutely lovee this place let me tell you what, i have been going here since i was real little and am fortunate enough to live close by. I have the membership and i am constantly surprised and amazed that every time we go, there is something new and different to see. The property is big and they have a lot to offer and see, i would highly recommend going if you can!

Loved the butterfly exhibit! Very nice place to get out and walk. Sculpture gardens and beautiful Japanese gardens. They also have a restaurant that serves great sandwiches (turkey and curry chicken salad were wonderful). You can also pack a lunch and eat outside if you want. Was not crowded when we went and spent just over three hours. Will definitely come back next time we are in town.

Gorgeous facility! We took the tram ride, which cost $6 each, to view the sculpture garden as we were limited on time. The guide was knowledgeable about the sculptures and the artists, adding details to our visit. We then walked the Japanese Garden. Absolutely stunning! A tranquil setting that was very peaceful. Unfortunately the Corpse flower was done blooming but still on display, so we could see the size of the plant and hear the details of its bloom cycle. Overall, a very enjoyable morning!

I visited on the Fourth of July since it was one of few places open and we had to wait to check into our hotel and it was a really cool experience! The info desk was super helpful in telling us the main places to see if we only had a few hours. The sculptures are very interesting and the gardens are beautiful, but their insect exhibit was what blew us away and we almost missed it! It’s inside the welcome building behind the restroom area so definitely make sure to check out the exhibits that are there!

A must visit place in summers. Kids love the open are and lots of things and activities to choose from. Children’s garden nd insects exhibited in the gallery were awesome.Will try to go again to cover the areas which we missed today.

Such a beautiful place to visit! We went there mostly for the butterfly exhibit but also to explore the park. I enjoyed every moment here. $20 dollars for a ticket and they do discount for $2 each up to 4 people if you’re a EBT card holder. Totally recommend.

Enjoyed the inside displays and lunch in the cafeteria. Prices are overly high, but the food is good. Then, we visited the borders to see the flowers and the children's area to see the Great Lakes display, the cabin, and the swinging bridge. Well maintained, clean, and beautifully planned. Sculptures are delightful and thoughtfully displayed. The senior admission at $15 is a bargain.

It was absolutely beautiful! But I'd definitely recommend looking at a map and buying tickets ahead of time. It can be pretty confusing once you're there. All the staff are very helpful though, and of course the gardens are gorgeous.

Spent the entire day here with friends who had never visited the gardens before. We started out with the 45 minute tram tour ($5), which took us through the entire complex, highlighting everything in the sculpture gardens and giving an overview of the botanical gardens that we might choose to visit. It was a very hot day, so we took a midday break inside at the cafe. Definitely bring water or plan on visiting the cafe to rehydrate and enjoy the air conditioning inside on hot summer days, or enjoy the lovely patio dining on cooler days. We visited multiple gardens, and the Japanese Garden and Children's Garden were our highlight of the day. Before we left at the end of the day, we enjoyed a special exhibit indoors on flight. A few pictures of the exhibit are included.

I no longer live in Michigan and visiting GR it was fun to take our kids to see the gardens and the butterflies. Such an incredible experience to see all the plants and the butterfly experience was incredible. I would definitely recommend visiting and experiencing the butterflies.

It was such a beautiful place! It's being taken care of by professionals! We did the tram ride, and it was so much fun. The guide was amazing, and he would crack a joke and make all of us laugh. He was very informed about the sculptures and the land.

We had so much fun at the garden during our visit. We were there for around 4 hours and it was so relaxing. The butterfly conservatory was incredibly beautiful, and there were so many amazing plants to look at.The gardens are well designed with plenty of trails with easy access to most areas. I love that there are plenty of things to look at in between areas.Would highly recommend this location to anyone cisiting grand rapids!

Wow…what a great experience! Visited in early May (Tulips Festival too). The grounds were immaculate and beautiful. Volunteer staff were so helpful and informative. We saw a couple visiting art exhibits that were amazing. The tram ride around the sculpture gardens was really good. Informative and relaxing.

Wonderful place to visit. The gardens and facility itself are beautiful. Indoor and outdoor gardens to explore, easy parking and they also have banquet halls for large group settings. I definitely recommend seeing this place.

We made a return trip to see the butterfly exhibit today. It was wonderful! We also took a tram tour of the sculpture park. The tour was narrated by Bruce. He was such a knowledgeable tour guide and made it such an enjoyable experience. Thanks again Bruce. You made our day!

My daughter and I enjoyed the butterfly exhibit!! The staff is always so friendly and helpful The quails are so cute along with the canaries. Will definitely be going back. The sculptures are very interesting. The handicap parking area is plentyful. The wheelchairs are readily available. I can't wait until the plants outside start blooming. Beautiful outdoor areas

Such an amazing and beautiful place. So much to see and do! Lots of walking but worth it to see all the beauty this place has to offer. Can't wait to go back to explore all the things we didn't get to see this time around.

Beautiful gardens with walking paths for all abilities. There are wonderful sculptures and you could spend several hours here admiring the sculptures alone. The gardens are also beautiful, with ponds, waterfalls, walking paths, and benches to enjoy. The indoor greenhouses have so many beautiful plants like cactus, palm, tropical plants and others. This is an amazing oasis to connect with many beautiful plants and natural areas.

I went in early April for the butterfly exhibit and was absolutely blown away. It was my first time coming here, but will absolutely not be the last. The butterflies are very chill about you getting close for pictures (but NO TOUCHING). I've heard there can be a long wait in the ticket line ($20/adult), but we made the mistake of showing up an hr before close so there wasn't a wait 🙃

It was really cool, everyone loved all the butterflies and sculptures. I even found some plants and shrubs that I think I need at home now. I think my favorite part was the Japanese gardens. Would definitely check it out again. And just up the street is bros doughs, check it out for an excellent sweet treat

Quite a nice place to go and visit. Always changing exhibits and nice gardens. Personally just not a huge fan of most of the art and sculptures in general, but there is certainly something for everyone. I definitely loved the Japanese gardens and Lena’s pond. Worth the trip with some friends or family for sure

I’m still taking in our experience here over the weekend. We were in Grand Rapids for a concert and since we were 8 minutes away, we knew we had to stop, especially with the corpse flower being on display. The Japanese Garden is immaculate, but know that it’s not for those with low mobility. The sculpture garden was something beyond my expectations, being an art educator myself, I am so thrilled that there’s something so beautiful that exists in my state. This is about a 2.5 hour drive from my home, but I would easily make this drive again. It is so beautiful, and we are so lucky to have it!

Best $20 I’ve spent in a long time! It’s so beautiful and it truly makes you feel like you’ve been transported somewhere else. The art history nerd in me loves all of the sculptures, and the rotating gallery exhibits were phenomenal. I have been a few times now, but I always find something new and beautiful

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I love covered bridges and Fallasburg didn't disappoint! The back roads in this area are so enjoyable to cruise on too. Whites Covered Bridge is also nearby and a must see if you're in the area.

Nice little historical Pitt stop... Definitely a relaxing area meant for a simple afternoon...

So many parks and spots to stop and enjoy the beautiful scenery

Not sure what to say, always nice to visit here. The natural view and surrounding always present a relaxing few moments away. Whether visiting for a stroll, or a picnic along side the river. The scenery is nice year round.

What a great place to see and experience... Loved the atmosphere and the quaint little park...

I love driving through this area and almost always stop and take a picture with the bridge.

This is a beautiful old wooden bridge ! My husband ( which was my boyfriend then ) took me here to see this bridge because I wanted to see it and it was the first place we ever went together. I love the scenery and the bridge . We ended up getting married here. Absolutely beautiful

We love covered bridges, so it was worth the stop for us. Drive through the bridge and you come upon some historical landmarks. Keep driving to enjoy the beautiful back roads.

The whole town (albeit extremely tiny) is like a gorgeous time travel. Very cool and beautiful! A lot of locals must work very hard to keep this locale such a gem.

Drove 2 hours to get these pics and have to say worth every minute. Reminds me of my parents painting. So beautiful

Gorgeous park with plenty of secluded picnic tables with grills. Great river/creek views all around and a nice covered bridge with historical buildings as well.

There is a very nice park. It way bigger than I thought with walking trails. People were kayaking and several were fishing off the bank into the river

Beautiful covered bridge. Nice small park by the river. A few places to park.

Awesome autumn views of this bridge. But if you are trying to get a photo without people in it, early morning may be best. Lots of senior pictures and others just milling about on the bridge.

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13944 Covered Bridge Rd NE, Lowell, MI 49331, USA

Don’t waste your time going! We took a drive from Battle Creek to have lunch. When we arrived the girl said the were out of everything except pretzels and nachos and a few baked goods. The web site said they were open until 6 pm. It was depressing being there. We ate nachos , which came from a machine. They were nasty! We will not return. I was there 5 years ago and it was fantastic!!

Fun, interesting rides, play areas out doors dinner areas. Very friendly stuff.

We came here today for the opening day of the season. Most kids are still in school but my girls (6 and 3) had a ton of fun here despite us being the only ones to be out playing. The jump pad was pretty awesome! They loved just about all the avaliable activites. The food in the cafe was also very good, I love the atmosphere of the resturant. All the tables are different and it's just a cozy place.Don't forget to bring sunblock and bug spray!

Honestly this place is awesome!!! So much for kids to do, as well as adults!! The food is INCREDIBLE and the freshness is insane! The staff is wonderful and make you feel like family! I dream about their food!!! Try the lemonade and macaroni and cheese, you wont be disappointed!!!

Amazing food! Great Atmosphere, best family fun around. And if you've never came out during Halloween you're really missing out! Shadow Hallow Haunt is a spectacular scary fun time!!!

Come here every year and never disappointed! Great friendly staff and inviting environment! Kids always have fun on the rides and enjoy riding the petal cars.

We love coming here w/our family. The strawberries are amazing and so is the food, and gift shop. They even do wine tastings!

With my first visit, this has become my go-to place to go with friends for lunch. The food is fresh and good, the service is very friendly, and the atmosphere is welcoming and relaxing. I really like this place.

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13988 Co Rd 215, Grand Junction, MI 49056, USA

Boulder Ridge is a great experience. As an outdoor park it has great variety and an amazing number of beautiful and interesting animals. They seem to be well cared for and content and it’s a great way for kids to see and learn about animals up close. It’s very walkable with a nice layout and great spots for lunch or snacks. Park staff were helpful and friendly, willing to answer any questions and provide information as requested.Minus one star for some disorganized chaos at one part that seemed to stress out the animals. Mostly well maintained but could use some crowd management at times.

Best $20 I've spent in a while! Highly recommend! Saw animals from a proximity unmatched by most zoo's! Lots of viewing space for guests. Would love to see bigger displays for the otters and penguins, but overall, a beautiful set up!

This zoo gets better with every visit. Each year, they make expansions, adding new animals and new exhibits.They also have two playgrounds and a train for the kids to ride (the train is an additional fee). They also have a food court where you can buy a large variety of meal items and snack-type items.You can purchase seed sticks to feed the birds, carrots and lettuce for the giraffes, goats, and camels, and pellets for the alligators.You can spend the whole day here playing and exploring and interacting with all of the animals. Absolutely worth the visit, and if you live in the area, worth the membership!

This is a nice zoo. They are adding on also No safari anymore, they made the road into a nice walking trail so you walk to see the animals. Feeding the giraffes was great. They also have nice concession stand with a variety of food choices at a decent price or you can bring in a picnic lunch. Overall a very zoo.

Giraffes, Camels, and Kangaroos, oh what a perfect day at the Zoo! Absolutely enjoy going to see the animals here. I'd highly recommend Boulder Ridge as a place to take your little ones. Very clean, animals are well kept, it's a family run Zoo and you can tell the pride they take in it. They offer several interactive experiences feeding the animals. Lettuce and carrot cups for sale to feed many species. There's a concession stand offering everything from pretzels & pizza to dipping dots & hot dogs. (Prices are very reasonable) It appears they are continuously improving; adding new exhibits and walkways. Take the day to go explore, you won't forget it!

This place is one of the best hidden gems in Michigan!! My family loves this place. They sell fresh veggies so you can feed the animals!! And bird seed to feed the parakeets. The park is super clean.

Hands down the best mid-size animal park I've been to. A hidden gem in West-Michigan near Grand Rapids. New exhibits, lots of baby animals, the very best prairie dog exhibit I've ever seen anywhere, animals so close you can literally touch and feed many of them. There are a lot of gorgeous birds here too from all over the world. Several albino animals. Simply wow.

We LOVE coming here! Be prepared to walk a lot! So wear walking shoes and dress accordingly. If you have extra money, you can buy stuff to feed the birds and some of the animals. You can also buy bags of mixed gems, to pan for gem rocks. Kids love to do both, so we usually spend quite a bit when we go😂

We attended the Eat, Drink and Conserve Wildlife Again event. It was great! You have opportunities to get up close and touch some of the animals! The zoo itself is wonderful - many different animals you get to see at a close range. Wonderful play areas for kids. You can feed the animals. There's an elevated walkway. Nice gift shop. Highly recommend!!

This place is a must visit. My 3 year old son had the best time! It was so cool to be able to pet and feed such a wide variety of animals. Feeding the giraffe was my son's favorite part. It was really awesome getting to stand so close to one. The parakeet area was also very cool.

I can't believe it took this long to find out about this place. I have lived in Grand Rapids for the last 10 years and have only recently heard about this awesome zoo in the last week. It's only a 30 minute drive from Grand Rapids and it is worth the trip every time. The facility is clean. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The animals are well taken care of. The sponsorship for each animal enclosure is shown proudly. So nice to see a zoo that really isn't a zoo. All of the animals were energetic and very happy. I'll definitely come back at least four times a year.

My grandson and I really enjoyed our visit. We spent almost 4 hours exploring all the beautifully cared for animals! I was impressed with the impeccable cleanliness of the grounds, but I had to laugh when my grandson felt he needed to inform an employee that he spotted a grammatical error on one of the exhibit signs. If we lived closer, this would be a place I would consider buying a season pass.

Boulder ridge is such a unique little hidden gem!! Located in the middle of actual nowhere, driving through the corn and then BAM a zoo.This zoo has SO much to offer, I can’t even begin to list. Our favorites there were the hippos, rhinos, talking parrots, giraffes and mining for crystals!Everything is very close together which makes this perfect for letting your toddler run a bit. They have the option to bring your own food and picnic on their grounds, or eat at their phenomenal concession stand. Extremely clean bathrooms and facilities in general.AMAZING. amazing zoo. Cannot stress enough. we love it!

AMAZING! AMAZING! AMAZING! We had the Experience of a Lifetime for My Wifeys Birthday with Rhinos, Sloths, & Tapirs! We are Sooooooo Happy that we were able to share in this Awesome Experience! HIGHLY RECOMMEND. 😎

By far the cleanest zoo I've ever been to. Every exhibit had animals. Staff was helpful polite and knowledgeable. Over all one of the best zoo experiences I've had.

Love all the additions. Really wish there were more food places to buy from. We waited for an hour to order lunch. Their French fries are delicious! The baby animal petting exhibit is fabulous! We got to pet a baby zebra and camel and some of the other exotic animals. The feeding events were fun and educational. We really like going here. The new walkway is so fun.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND, this is an amazing place. Everyone of all ages will enjoy. It is clean and a nice flat area to walk on. They allow you to bring in your strollers or they have some to rent. We brought in a wagon. Feeding the giraffe 🦒 was an amazing experience for my 2 year old granddaughter.

This is an awesome zoo. We brought 4 generations with us this trip. Everyone was very entertained by the exhibits. The little kids had a blast feeding the various animals. Make sure that you allow plenty of time so that you can see everything. This place is deceivingly large.

This is definitely different from a normal zoo, but it's awesome. It's totally worth it. The animals are super close. They let you feed some of the animals, including the giraffes! We spent a good hour and a half to two hours there. Not a lot of shade, but not a lot they can do about it, just being lots of sun block. Lots of parking! Definitely worth going!

Went here as a family on prospectors day, it was a really good experience, the kids loved seeing all the various animals and the small attractions like the playground and the train ride. The adults liked how compact and easy it was to go from one paddock to the next without having to walk 50 yards.We are definitely looking forward to going back.

This zoo was so much fun. We went on the weekend and were able to see the Alligators being fed. I wish I would have known how much stuff was cash only. I do not carry cash usually. They have an ATM but it would have been nice to know in advance.

Awesome!!! The zoo is beautiful, clean and well kept. The animals are healthy. Friendly staff. Close encounter with a lot of animals! A lot of upgrades since the last time we were here before covid. It’s a little over 2 hours from where we live, but it’s worth the drive. We will definitely be back!

Great Animal ParkThis was my first time visiting here. I was very impressed. They have animals I've never seen anywhere else. The animals have plenty of room to roam around. You can feed the lamas, goats, giraffes, and camels. if you have kids, they will have a blast here, too. The prices are great for what you experience here. I recommend everyone coming here.***If anyone likes my honest reviews, then please like my post and follow my google account***-Thanks

This animal park is a can't miss destination for the entire family. Be sure to plan an entire day as it will take 3-4 hours to get through the park. They have excellent ADA accommodations and all the walkways are paved. This is a well run family owned animal park that is a great place for the entire family.

This is more clean than your local zoo…This park is phenomenal!Animals are in good spirits and well taken care of.Beautiful playgrounds for kids to play on.There is fair pricing on the food, snacks and gift shop items.Staff is very friendly and it was an overall enjoyable experience.

We (family of 5), came for the first time and everyone enjoyed the visit. There were some younger groups, and families, it wasn't packed but seemed steady when we visited. We enjoyed not having to fight a crowd to see things, but even if we ran into other people theres definitely adequate space and enclosure sizes are pretty decent. We noticed one of the turtle exhibits was without water, as soon as we saw a employee we let them know and within a few minutes, two employees came to the enclosure to investigate and resolve the issue (great to see!). We did note the penguin exhibit was nasty when we were there, I am hoping that was something that got done after we left. We look forward to a return visit.

Our family loves visiting Boulder Ridge! We live a couple hours away, but try to visit at least once a season. The animals are obviously well cared for and used to hands-on time with people. It's interactive and well done. With herds of animals, not just 1 or 2, you get to see them in a more natural way.

We absolutely love this zoo. I’ve been taking my daughter since she was 1. There is a wild variety of animals and lots of fun stuff for kids to do. 2 playgrounds, train rides, you can feed the animals and there’s mining.

Honestly cannot say how grateful I am enough for Boulder ridge. I've been able to cuddle some cute animals that are clearly treated very well or else they wouldn't be so warm with new visitors. The fact that I can lay down next to/on a tapir who just met me minutes before and he loves it and shows no sign of hesitation is phenomenal. Each time I learn more about the animals and what they do to rehab them. They are a truly great business.

It definitely has grown over the years and is still expanding. It is privately owned and have their own yearly membership. Wish they would link with other zoos. They have many up close animal feedings. Definitely need to check out the giraffes it's worth the few extra bucks to pay to feed them.

Better than any zoo and the best hidden gem in Michigan! You will have an up close and personal encounter at each animal enclosure. They have otters, pigmy hippos, penguins, white rhinos, sloths, and so many diverse animals.Be sure to bring cash in small bills ($1.00 & $5.00) so you can feed the giraffes, camels, llamas, goats, deer and feed the birds in the aviary.Some tips:Prepare for a full day:*Wear comfy shoes*Wear Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. Trust me!*Pack a tailgate picnic at the pond to save $. There aren't many food options.*Strollers and wheelchairs are available.* Animals are most active in the morning and cooler days.

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8313 Pratt Lake Ave SE, Alto, MI 49302, USA

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After over a decade of going here I think it's time to remind you guys that this is a hill. You are charging season passes almost as much as nubs nob..On top of that there is no season pass just for this "hill" forcing you to buy a multi area pass.Did you guys sell out to a corporation?70 dollars for a Saturday ticket. Lol. SeriouslyThe ski club passes have black out dates now.Edit nubs nobs season pass is cheaper. By about 80 bucks.

The reason for 3 stars is due to the ridiculous lift lines. People come in to Bittersweet because it's one of the few good ski resorts that's not too far up in Michigan. The ski ticket price for the weekend is $70 and half of your time, if you go for the day, is spent waiting in line. I know one of their new lifts is broken at the moment, but for the price and the huge amount of people that come to have a good time I expected them to be running some of the other lifts to lessen the wait times.If you can, then the best times to come are during the week or for night skiing when there aren't as many people.Besides that it's a good place to have a good time.

This is an efficient and well run resort. They have a great lodge to start out on, decent snowboard equipment (mostly newer Rossignols, but some worn out older stuff). The lifts are well run and when the lines got long, they opened a second lift. When we came there had been little natural snow, so it was almost entirely groomed artificial snow, which they did a great job spreading and grooming.They have hills for all levels. Everything from the tiny bunny hill to a sweet terrain park.

Bittersweet has become greedy in its old age. I’ve been getting my laps in on this hill since it opened in 1982, but I’m breaking loyalty and looking elsewhere. Since its inception, Bittersweet has offered an alternative to its already expensive season pass: the Ski Club Card. Pay a reasonable fee and get your lift ticket price slashed. There were blackout dates and some restrictions, but overall, it was a good deal. Now, in its infinite wisdom, Bittersweet, or more likely corporate, has decided to screw its core participants and restrict use of this program to two afternoons a week, raised the price of the fee, and reduced the amount discounted per lift ticket. Way to be a great neighbor!! Bittersweet is a hill. Drive two hours further north and get better ski experiences and cheaper lift tickets any day of the week!!

I’ve gone to bittersweet a bunch of times now. The overall resort is great, the instructors for snowboarding and skiing, OUTSTANDING. what really makes this a bad experience is any, if not ALL the kitchen staff, specifically in the cafeteria those who work with cashing customers out, are just horrible and rude. NEVER had a good experience with any of the woman working. one was on the phone while she was working as well. I know people have bad days but none of the staff have ever been kind. this is seen with the winter 2023-beginning of 2024 staff. just horrible attitudes honestly. bittersweet needs new staff with proper customer service training!!

One of the best local ski resorts around! Highly recommend it for all levels of skill. Everyone is extremely friendly and the environment is fun!

Love this place but the past couple years they have raised prices continuously. Then this year only offering a multi area season pass is kinda another money grab so people are forced to pay more. Even if they only plan on going here. Kinda scummy...

Great slopes that are well groomed. Chair lifts are super fast so even if there is a line it moves really fast. Kid friendly hills all the way to jumps and rails. Everyone had a blast and we will be back!

Easy place to learn to ski. Gets crowded on the weekends but still fun and nice employees.

I had an absolutely amazing time at Bittersweet Ski Resort! The meticulously groomed slopes provided a thrilling skiing experience with varying levels of difficulty, catering to both beginners and seasoned skiers. The resort's staff was not only welcoming but also incredibly knowledgeable, offering valuable tips for optimizing our time on the slopes.The facilities were top-notch; the cozy lodge provided a perfect retreat after a day of skiing, complete with warm beverages and a welcoming ambiance. The rental equipment was in excellent condition, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride down the slopes.Moreover, the breathtaking scenery surrounding the resort added an extra layer of charm to the entire experience. It's evident that Bittersweet prioritizes maintaining a clean and well-organized environment, contributing to an overall positive and memorable skiing adventure.I wholeheartedly recommend Bittersweet Ski Resort to anyone seeking a perfect blend of adventure, comfort, and friendly service. This gem of a resort truly deserves a five-star rating! ⛷️🏔️🌟

A nice medium sized facility, it is a good place for people learning to ski and snowboard. They have a few green and blue runs to help build up the difficulty. Sadly their only black run may leave you desiring more of a challenge. The on site bar has a range of beer and spirits with more than decent food. Affordable pricing and good quality rental equipment make this place an excellent option.

Nice little ski hill. Decent number of runs but lift lines can get a little long. Lift tickets are pretty expensive, comparable to the "big resorts" but with like a 1/10th the runs. Not much else around, so they kinda got ya. I do appreciate that no one seems to care if you decide to go bushwhacking in the giggly weeds as long as you don't do something stupid to get yourself hurt.

I love Bittersweet! Bathrooms are always clean.Honestly, I can't remember how well-kept their rentals are, so I won't comment on that.Food is good.Those new bilingual guys operating the lift on the far left of the resort are the best! They're super friendly, chill, patient, and are like hawks: always on the lookout, keeping everyone safe. Also, a great asset to the team, since it's always good to have someone who speaks more than just 1 language. A ski resort is a tourist destination after all, right?Only bad thing I've experienced there was on this one day with bad weather, at the top of the lift there was too little snow to get off of it easily, it was kinda difficult, and for short people like myself, it meant jumping off of it (a bit more difficult to do with a board than with skis). But that's about it, really.Everything else, I love. And prices aren't too crazy.

Don't waste your money. Visited 12/28/22. Sat on a broken down lift (Chicory) for 45 minutes. Snow Flyer lift (high speed quad) wasn't running and looked like it was falling apart. Lift lines basically the whole length of the base area. We paid the "holiday" premium for lift tickets, but I feel like there should have been a holiday discount because they obviously can't handle anywhere near the crowds there the way they manage the place. The waitress in the bar told us not to even bother ordering food because it would be at least an hour wait. We usually ski Wilmot for a daytrip but were looking for a change. Unfortunately everything about Wilmot is far superior to Bittersweet except the actual hill, but if you can't get to the top, it doesn't matter 😔

Terrible place, over priced, management is poor and couldn't care less about family activities, it's all about the bottom line. Jill the GM contradicts herself, one lift open so plan on waiting over an hour. Won't return.

Fantastic hill for the area. It isn't cheap, so I often go for the half day tickets that can only be used in the afternoon.The dedicated tickets strictly for the beginners section also keeps the price down when taking my kids.One less start due to their capacity challenges that often happen on the weekend.

In my opinion. Bittersweet is the best skiing resort in the lower Michigan area. Fast lift. Great people working there. Great selection of IPA beer.

I take my middle school ski club to Bittersweet each week. The front office, custodial, and kitchen staff are amazing, the security team helps to have extra eyes on the slopes to keep everyone safe, and every experience we've had with ski patrol has been top notch. Bittersweet is doing the best they can with these terrible conditions this winter, and I'm so grateful that they've been able to keep the slopes open to get those kids out on the hills.

I absolutely love bittersweet and prefer it. However, this year they have completely ruined the ski club pass for students. The first year I’ve actually been able to afford for my daughter to enjoy a full season and now she can’t because they took away all the perks of ski club. It’s not even worth it now! And that is really sad for me to say!

Awesome!!! What a fun lay back place. It is great for families or any one looking for fun on the slopes. We came for New Years and they had DJ , fireworks and a parade. All very simple but super fun. My kids had fun and so did my husband and me? I had a blast at the lounge with some friends where I had a vision of them all.

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600 River Rd, Otsego, MI 49078, USA

Had a great time at yankee springs recreation state park! I would recommend bringing a small boat there's good fishing on long lake. Just take the small 2 track to get to boat launch just before entering state park on the left

Had a great time with my friends and church group. The staffs were very helpful and understanding. But the bathroom can be definitely improve. Never seen such one exist in first world country.

Had an enjoyable experience rustic camping. Everyone was responsible. The camp site was large where we were at. I great area to explore. Deep Lake to be exact.

The Yankee springs area is a great place for the outdoor life! Many lakes and rivers to kayak, fish, and boat on! Tons of hiking and mountain biking trails.This is a great central location located on gun Lake. Private boat launch located within the campground itself to gun Lake, with boat docking available.Public beach close by with large blow up bounce house / slide for kids. Lots of picnic areas!

The trails are not well marked or maintained. But the campsite was great and there is a lot of beauty to be found. The beach was nice but I don't think I'd return to this particular campground.

Hiked the North Country Trail from Chief Noonday Rd (M179)Turner Creek trailhead south to Gun Lake Rd @ Hall Lake and back. 10.3 miles round trip. Good trail, well marked, lots of elevation change. Scenery of forest and small lakes.

This is a great campground that needs just a little bit of love and it looks like they're doing just that lots of new fire pits are waiting to be put in place. The bathhouses are nice and clean. Yes the water is hot. The water seemed a bit high this year at gun lake. This is late fall and we picked the weekend that was very cold to my wife It was chilly to me I think we all know what that's like. We've been here before not all of the sites are level some are way out of shape mainly by the first bath House other than that it's a great place to go camping very quiet. Not a lot to do around the campground mainly just food and drink. If you like fishing it's a great place to go I never have any luck here. I don't have a boat and I think that helps out a lot. I was talking to a guy who was on his pontoon boat who had caught five walleye on a miserable day. In the rest of the Yankee springs recreational area there are endless foot trails and horseback riding trails. At one time they used to have and they still may have horseback camping and also hike in camping on foot that was 4 years ago your best bet is to go online and read everything you can do. And if that's not what you like there's always gambling at the casino and the food is pretty good there. Our site was 54 right on the water. So get out there and have fun!

We absolutely love the Yankee Springs area! There are so many hiking trails, biking trails, running trails, and they're all so well maintained & well marked. We've been taking the kids hiking in and around this area for years and it just doesn't get old. Lots of trails & lakes & beautiful scenery

It’s a nice little campground with a lot of hiking options. The naturalist has a program every morning which our grandkids found very enjoyable. The only downside is that you have to drive to get to a sandy beach.

Amazing walking trails, two tracks go to the Devils Soup Bowl. Awesome scenery and the freshest air you can ask for!

We loved this park. Very quiet and uneventful. Clean bathrooms and hot water. Toms mini market is a cannot miss. We also ate at Judd's highly recommended. We will be returning next season.

Awesome camping and cabins. We stayed in chickadee cabin. Be sure if you’re coming in the colder months to bring something to keep you warm. The furnace in the cabin is honestly terrible. It’s not rated for the sq footage given the temperatures, when it’s in the 30’s and 40’s. I’d recommend bringing a tire repair kit and air compressor as some roads are not maintained, you WILL hit potholes! Hiking areas are lots of fun and plentiful. Fishing, boating, swimming also available in the warmer months. Lots of fun places to go within driving distance for food, supplies, and entertainment. No staff in the early months, so a recreation pass should be bought on your way here or online. We bought it online after we arrived after 5pm, and I’m not driving an hour for a recreation pass. So with so that said, PREPARE for your trip! Come prepared and you’ll have a great time!

Nice area and some things to do like camping, boating, kayaking, hiking, and hunting. Trailheads sprinkled here and there. Nice for a small hike or walk.

A wealth of trails and public hunting lands to explore. Very fortunate to live close but with a day trip.

I used to camp here as a kid. My fiancé and I went camping here this past weekend. The land is even better after 10 years of being away. Great area for camping, hiking, biking, and fishing!

Best beach in the area if you have little ones! Bathrooms are clean and the ice cream is the best. I personally like to stay away from the busier beach and find a personal cove spot further down... Enough space to lay out a big blanket/tent and we basically have our own little beach area.

Easy family-friendly 4x4 & hiking trails.

Yankee Springs like many recreation areas in Michigan are undergoing extensive upgrading thanks to the Infrastructure Modernization Act.The Duck Lake CG is currently closed. Only the Deep Lake 'rustic' CG is open. There is no electrical, water or a dump station at this site. Needing water, I traveled to the Park Headquarters location which has the only available water tap. A staff member there refused my request to take on 30 gallons of water. I then traveled to a gas station/convenience store where the manager graciously solved my issue.Be cautious using the website as it does not make clear what is and isn't available. My reservation listed 30 amp service. Know what you're getting before reserving.

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2104 Briggs Rd S, Middleville, MI 49333, USA

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We met for an office meeting at 6 in the Brew Hous. Eli, working on staff, was excellent at making sure we were taken care of. We then went out to the amphitheater to enjoy the rest of the evening listing to "A Tribute to Queen". What a great evening on the river here in Paw Paw!

While the outdoor area was a great setting to catch a concert, we were disappointed that they didn’t offer any lower sugar/calorie drink options. With so many on the health trends, it is a much needed add on their menu!Food looked/smelled amazing and the staff was friendly!

Love the drinks here and it’s truly such a cool little spot! Our bartender was amazing and gave us so many good suggestions for things do around the area as we just bought a house there!

Wonderful experience and so delighted that they can make EVERY item on the menu as a vegan option (except the pulled pork). Highly recommend!Charming location with a pretty cool music venue.

The food here is amazing! I suggests the talk dirty to me burger! Everyone who works here are so kind and fun! If you are looking for beautiful scenery, music, amazing drinks and food I suggest you come here!

We love to spend time at Warner. The shows are such a good time! Great food and love the drinks! The staff at Warner is amazing! Helpful, polite and just all around fantastic. Pat the owner is a very genuine person, he cares about his people and wants everyone to have the best time. He goes out of his way to make sure that happens! Make sure you come to Warner, you won’t regret your time spent here.

Hey great venue for watching a concert. Staff is so efficient and sweet. Just a good vibe and laid back type of energy. Bar menu basically and wine and beer

I liked four out of the 5 wines I chose. For a Saturday there could have been more staff. We waited quite awhile to be given menues and then longer to served.

This place has a stunning outdoor area--seating by a creek, bridges, a viney courtyard. Our hostess was knowledgeable about the taste of the wines and suggested some combinations that were not on the menu. It was $8 to try 5 wines.Only negatives were that the indoor areas seemed like they needed a little freshening up, and some of the areas that were meant for viewing, like the champagne cellar, had cobwebs and other things that had let been let go.

Purchased seats at table 1 for Thunder Struck ACDC band and was made to share table with recording engineers and always in our way. Wait staff never bothered to take our order or take care of us which made me stand in lines for my own service. Very unprofessional with no staff on site to help with issues.

This was a very fun stop. We did a wine tasting and then had beer and wine in the patio next to the creek. Drinks and atmosphere were both excellent

Attended Prince Experience and had a great time. Perfect venue for summer concert

Our 80’s Mixtape Party band, The 1985, had a BLAST playing at the newly updated Warner Vineyards! Great to have more seating and stage space. The crowds at Warner are always fantastic! Plus the staff is SO helpful and attentive to patrons and the entertainment people. Grateful that Warner is bringing TOTALLY RAD live music to Southwest Michigan!

Went in with friends on Thursday night, hoping for a beer flight since the winery part was closed. They had some kind of bingo event and were full. We were told we could go to the back tasting room since we weren't interested in playing bingo. Waited 15-20 minutes without anyone coming to take our order. Finally left and went to a different brewery. I get they were busy, but if they weren't going to serve us, we would have just left before wasting such a big part of our evening.

Such a wonderful music lineup this year. If you haven't been to WV Paw Paw you must go and try the wines and craft brews. Oh ya their food is amazing as well, many vegetarian and vegan options.

Had an incredible time at Warner Vineyards (downtown next to St. Julians) the other week! Tantric, Sponge and Powerman5000 played a great show. Coolest small venue I've seen. You can literally sit on the river with a drink and fishing pole and watch a concert. Also the food was amazing and affordable. Definitely worth checking out.

Hadn’t ever been there before, it was okay just beer food and beer and wine mostly. Had been interested in coming back until I heard them advertising for a big cheater so won’t be returning or recommending any time soon

Love the vibe of this place and outdoor concert seating, but you HAVE to have some sort of refillable water stations or something for the people instead of charging $3 for a water bottle. Especially when you're serving so many sugary wine drinks and such. Just a little thought for next year :)

Great wines and beers and great experience! Very busy afternoon, but the staff was so polite and gracious! Much more comfortable setting and ambiance than nearby wineries. Would love to come back!

We are rather new to the world of wine and fairly laidback folks. We had so much fun wine tasting under the guidance of Caleb!! He was so fun and shared many interesting pieces of information!! We'll be back soon!

Stopped here late at night they were ready to close, manager said to come in he would still serve us. Staff very friendly. Will definitely stop again . Food was excellent ,! Pizza was great!

Such a cool spot, great beer and wine. Awesome food menu with unique, delicious options.

Scott running the place was great and very accommodating. We stopped off here on our way from Michigan back home to Chicago. The wine was pretty good. Nothing to freak out about but pretty good. And they have a great outdoor area.

Stopped in for a tasting - 4 of us and we had a nice coupon for half off. The tasting pours were super large (biggest we've ever seen at a tasting room) and after the tasting our coupon included a 5 ounce glass of our favorite, which was also a larger pour. We stayed with the dry wines which were mostly pretty good. Some were a little astringent for our taste. The port was way to sweet for us. Nice stop though - definitely worth it.

4 of us arrived and sat t the bar. The server only took the order for one of us. We mentioned that the rest of needed to order and he acknowledged this and still failed to take anyone else's order. We will never returnWe were at the Brewhaus

The venue is great, cool champagne caves, beautiful outdoor area with a stream running through. The wine is pretty good too, and they even have a tasty IPA you can try.

This has such a lovely creek and outdoor concert venue. The setup and security are great. There is excellent drink selection and food options for quick bite. You are treated with a warm welcome and great music.

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706 S Kalamazoo St, Paw Paw, MI 49079, USA

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Brought a group of kids and adults. The bartenders prepared a flight of sparkling juices for the kids, just like the wine tasting for adults. Great idea. They had fun tasting the juices.

We were greeted by a kind woman who was more than willing to help us. The facility is very clean, prices are well placed and sale items are right in front for you to see as you come in. As we were getting ready to check out, we were told about the wine club, and it is a great way to try new or favorite wines! We were even offered a sample!! We are so excited to come back for events and to purchase more local wines!

My friends and I had a great time doing a tasting here. The bartender was very friendly and helpful. We ended up buying two bottles of their bourbon (which was super smooth!) , and a bottle of the Blood Orange Sangria and Social Butterfly. I wish I had gotten more!

My husband and I originally stopped by this winery for a tasting but we could have stayed all day! Such a fun atmosphere and such delicious wines! They have a number of set wine flights to choose from outside on the patio. Inside, you can choose from a lengthy list of wines. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. We had a great time and we can’t wait to go back again!

Thanks for the tour Skyler, you did a great job. I've been here several times, but always learn something new. The tastings we're fun and we all enjoyed the experience. Thank you again.

I have been to this winery several times and have generally had a nice experience, but last night was totally different. We came for wine tasting and were able to get a spot easily at the tasting bar, however none of the employees greeted us or would even make eye contact with us. It was a little busy and they were helping others around us and we don't mind waiting, but it doesn't cost a thing to be friendly and say "welcome, we'll be with you in a minute." Nothing. We waited for 15 minutes while three of them behind the bar walked back and forth in front of us never acknowledging us or even giving us a tasting menu so we could start picking out our choices while we waited. We felt invisible and unwelcome. We would have left if we hadn't driven so far just to come here. We were finally helped and we watched other customers be ignored as well as they waited patiently. We watched one of the employees behind the bar polish glasses and restock shelves while customers waited. I know they see all of us, but why are they being so blatantly rude? I don't understand. Do you not rely on your customers? I had every intention of buying a case of wine after the tasting, but after the horrible customer service and total disregard to all the customers, I left empty handed. I will probably never come here again. Very poor experience. No matter how busy you are, there is no excuse for treating people like this ever!

A random stop on our road trip. Wine tasting is decently priced and so are the bottles of wine. Friendly and helpful staff

My new favorite 😍 💓 place! Loved everything thing about it. Wisconsin winery's could learn something from here. Never had wine that taste THIS GOOD.Recommending PB & J. The spirit and wine I never knew I needed.

We went in to purchase wine for a graduation party and they loved it. We got two flavors Watermellon & Strawberry Fields and while we were there we tasted the Strawberry Fields wine and it was delicious! 🍓

First time visit for me and my friends. We definitely enjoyed ourselves. Wonderful atmosphere great beverages and reasonable prices. We are definitely looking forward to making this a girl's day trip again.

We just love coming to this location and Peter was the absolute best! We always have the best time and they are always putting out new things. The cocktails were delicious, especially the Banana Cream Pie (with secret recipe banana extract made by Peter) and the Dark and Stormy. Yum!

I came in here when on Vacation a few weeks ago. We absolutely loved Nichole!! She was so sweet, and gave the best recommendations!! Will definitely be returning because of the amazing service!! Thanks Nichole for making our night special 💕

The wine is fantastic 5 stars. Wine club member for several years now. However finally went Sunday for mimosas and Bloody Mary’s. What an absolute awful experience. Ordered a Bloody Mary based on the picture with all the garnishments for $11. Cocktail came back with half of the garnishments not there, watery, and all around a terrible cocktail. Wife’s mimosa was absolutely terrible as well. Spent $20 with a tip on 2 drinks. I’ve had better drinks at a kids tea party. Apparently the “Wine Pourers” are just that and not actually skilled bartenders. Don’t buy cocktails here and you shouldn’t be disappointed.

I stopped by while visiting my son in college. I choose the 6 tastings , which was very reasonable !!! Cozy setting, friendly , knowledgeable staff, and unique local wines. I even tried a lemonade Vodka , which was gluten free and delicious.

What a wonderful experience. Skylar the manager of the "Apollo" was fantastic, customer service beyond reproach. We are wine club members in Troy just visiting Paw Paw and we will be back.

Absolutely love this place. Beautiful atmosphere, great tastings. Joined the wine club today and can not wait to enjoy this membership.

I love wine tasting and this place made it on my list!! Great atmosphere excellent choice of wine and bourbon. I also joined the wine club!! 😁🍷

Lindsey,Who works back in shipping is the best! She saw me walking out with my case of wine and I asked are you doing running, she said yes what do need, I said would you mind getting my extra 3 bottles, she said let me take your case and I’ll let you get the bottles ! What a great kid with great customer service, she’ll go far!Thank youSt. Julian’s

Had such a great experience at the winery!! Our bartender Brandy was so amazing and knowledgeable! 10/10 would recommend!!

This is a beautiful store , very clean with great customer service. They let me sample the wines I wanted to buy first. Good prices with a great selection. Anxious to try their brandy and bourbon. I will definitely be a repeat customer. Highly recommend it

Brandy is amazing and made our visit so much fun! What a stellar employee and person. We loved our experience there. The wince, spirits, and cider were all phenomenal. 10/10 recommend.

4 of us came out to try the tastings, they were very busy, so we sat outside. Ok ambiance, nice wines, and standard service.

The Rockford facility has always been a nice place to visit, but lately the management as taken to harassing some of their frequent patrons. They are cutting the whole table off when maybe only one has had four drinks. The purpose is to enjoy your drinks and have fun.

What a find. Their wines are excellent and their tasting menu is deep. We wound up joining their wine club as well

While you may go to St J’s for wine, I would highly recommend their spices. They have become a mainstay of my cooking. The Oh! so Garlic; Shallots, Scallions & Leeks; and, while I had no idea why I would need to buy salt, the Wicked Good Salt. ❤️✌️🍷

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716 S Kalamazoo St, Paw Paw, MI 49079, USA

Tons to see and explore in this historic village. Watch the blacksmith forge, browse a period correct general store and hardware store and walk through rows and rows of antique tractors. Stick around for the parade to watch them and learn more about each one. (THIS WAS DURING THE STEAM AND GAS ENGINE SHOW)

It was fantastic. The people were wonderful. The staff was very courteous and prompt. And did a great job keeping the place spotless. I would highly recommend going there again. Can't wait till I go next year.

All Howells eveVery well organized parking..The only thing I'd say is it's probably the filthiest bathroom I've seen but it is off season I think 😅Kids had crafts , fun , candy , cider , tractor rides. Well understood pricing $5 per adult or children 13 and up. Pretty reasonable and beautiful 😍 place to have a spooky 👻 time

I'm usually here for business working on thr heating and refrigeration systems but this place is amazing the village is very fun to walk through with the family. I. The summer time I take the lids fishing out back and we always catch something. The maintenance staff here ate very cool people and they really care about the park.

I love walking around here, even if the shops are not open, it's just very pretty & peaceful

Interesting place to visit, worth the drive.

This park offers a view back into Michigan historically. Lots of fun and interesting antiques and things to see. The guides were very informative and showed how life was like a hundred years ago. Great for families and seeing something unique.

Absolutely beautiful historical park with a beach and boat launch. They have pavilions for use and can be reserved as well as playgrounds for your young ones! Plenty of trails with beautiful views and history. There are event lists that can be found for the year on their website or in person during weekdays at the historic village.

Very cute living history style village museum. Great place to take your kids or for history buffs. There is also a museum on site. Also has river access and picnic areas. Nice place to walk your dog. I highly recommend it.It's also right down the road from Mooville creamery and dairy for ice cream.

I love old buildings so this historic village did not disappoint! Since it's mid-October all the buildings were closed. Still, I am glad I came. I will definitely be back to get the full experience whenever I am back in Michigan in the warmer months, not just to see the inside of the buildings but to experience the rest of the park as well.

We went to the yearly Father's Day car show. We go early to beat the heat. Cars come and go all day so you never get to see them all. They have some good food trucks too.

It's a very cool place to go and see old farm equipment, definitely a must-see.

Beautiful free family fun. The park hosts several affordable events throughout the year. You won't want to miss the Father's Day car show it's gigantic.

This is a pet cool spot with lots of history and a small lake where u can go swimming. There are special events held here throughout the year, and a major car show which is held on Father’s Day every year in which brings in over 1000 cars throughout the day.

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2545 S Charlton Park Rd, Hastings Charter Twp, MI 49058, USA

We loved the museum! The staff was so nice, helpful, and knowledgeable. The museum's display of cars is both beautiful and extensive. The buildings and barns that hold the cars are beautiful and well maintained. Our 8 yr old enjoyed the interactive activities located throughout the museum. We've visited a few auto museums, and the Gilmore is definitely one of our favorites.

It was a neat place to visit, especially if you love cars and history.My personal favorite part was the small race track they had for kids. My 18 month old didn't want to leave that spot. We were able to build Lego cars and wood models and race them down the track. My husband had a blast, he's a car fanatic!It was nice and quiet and the staff was helpful and friendly.

Wonderful collection of luxury automobiles from the past.We visited on a Tuesday, no crowds. The staff is very knowledgeable and can give a detailed history of many of the displays.Much larger than I had imagined. Several large air conditioned buildings, well lighted displays. The whole grounds and museums are spotlessly clean.I was amazed by how large the older vehicles were.We spent about two hours, would have stayed longer, our teen aged Grandsons, kept us moving, they loved it.

We had such a good time. The $20 we spent for admission was so worth it. You start at the front desk. Head into the museum from there, and it all starts. My favorite was the section that had the cars from the 20's and 30's. The cars look almost like they were designed with art deco in mind. Bill and Steve were awesome in their knowledge. Bob drove us around in a Model T. Even the food at the diner was awesome, along with the staff. The grounds are so clean and well taken care of. Kudos to all that are a part of this museum. I would recommend to anyone to go.

Amazing museum. Very well kept. Kind staff. Learning the history of each vehicle was very interesting. Definitely worth visiting. You can even drive a model T. You do need to schedule ahead. The driving class fills up fast.

If you can plan your trip here well in advance, you can try to access special features they offer. Be sure to visit the website to see the full list of options on certain days and times. I took my father here and participated in the Model T driving school. The experience was fantastic and well worth it. We're going to have to go back again because we didn't actually see all of the exhibits due to the couple hours the driving experience took.The museum and the exhibits are impeccably well maintained. The outdoor paths are smooth and well cared for as well. The 1940's diner was beautiful and a nice touch added to the property.The staff was beyond helpful and knowledgeable. It was easy to see that even the volunteers there REALLY enjoy being a part of the Gilmore experience which makes the visit even more pleasant.One small touch I appreciated was that in each building/section there were at least a couple places that my dad could sit down and rest for as long as he needed and most of the time the spot would have a spectacular view of whichever collection you were currently viewing...so it was like he was still actively a part of the visit during those resting times.I highly recommend the Gilmore Car Museum.

This place is a bit of heaven on earth. I have been 4 or 5 times and it is always wonderful. People are friendly, the exhibits are amazing and the cars are happy...you can tell, because they are well cared for.Wednesday night cruise-ins draw hundreds of local cars. Everyone is having so much fun that cell phones are forgotten. People are taken to a place and time were they can learn and reconnect with history and each other.. Go any chance you get!

There is an amazing amount of beautifully displayed cars and occasionally other vehicles. The grounds are well kept and all vehicles are on display in theme-based barns. Ample parking. There's a little historic diner on the grounds for snacks are sandwiches.

Amazing! You don't have to know a lot about cars to enjoy this museum. They have vehicles from various decades, manufacturers, and countries. All of them have explanations and are kept in wonderful (and in some cases original) condition. The grounds were beautiful, the docents were friendly and knowledgeable, and you can even drive a classic car during specific times. The museum doesn't put out all the cars they have, so you can go multiple times and still see something new.

Love coming here! Usually once a year I try to make it here! The displays change here and there. Summer time is the best time to check out the Gilmore when they have all the buildings open.

What a phenomenal museum! A friend told us about this museum and we planned a visit on a Saturday after seeing a show in Kalamazoo. A few exhibits were closed because we visited in March, but it hardly mattered. There were enough cars and exhibit areas to keep us occupied and enthralled for hours. The collection of cars is impressive and the documentation and historical information is excellent. Volunteers and docents are engaging, passionate and know their stuff. Highly recommended.

Great car museumIf you're a car enthusiast, then this is a must visit. They have cars from the early inception to modern-day ones. There is a lot of history to be viewed here. They have a restaurant and food court here, too. There is also a cool gift shop.I recommend everyone coming here***If anyone likes my honest reviews, then please like my post and follow my google account***-Thanks

This is a fantastic museum. Much larger than I imagined and filled with all sorts of cars. From old Model A’s to corvettes and cadillacs, this museum has everything. There are a few places for Children to interact with model cars (build a car, race some legos, etc.) so I found it to be fairly family friendly. The diner out back is really cool and the food was on par for the experience. We only stopped for a couple of hours but will definitely be back, because you’ll need a whole day, or maybe even two in order to fully experience everything.

Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners is one of the BEST vintage and collector car museums we have ever visited. This museum contains over 400 vintage and collector cars and is spread out over a large area somewhat like 90 acres so wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk. The museum was not crowded and you can get up close and personal to these vehicles. This is truly a hidden gem of Michigan and even if you do not like cars, it is a fun place to visit.

What a nice outing day...Fascinating to see beautifully restored old cars from days gone by...and cars we remember our parents might have had....some quite luxurious in past days..and some quite unique...What style cars used to have..quite beautiful...A wonderful collection of cars to see.Nice facilities, gift shop...Lots of walking between buildings but nicely set up...beautiful restored ..saved barns from the area with different eras of cars in each building.....with a donation $ you can take a ride in a vintage vehicle and drive around the whole properties..with the driver giving info on the history of the gilmore museum or about the cars..really nice..enjoyable day.

Lookin' Back performed at Gilmore Car Museum a couple of years ago, and they treated us like the rock stars we've only fantasized about our entire lives.Some bands get a Green Room (more like a prison cell), but we got a centennial cottage for the entire afternoon/evening, and we were delivered to the stage in classic limousines.1st rate sound stage, great people, and probably the most impressive car collection in the world.

I went on a school field trip so things were a bit rushed this time. This place is huge and has so many things to see, too many to see in one day honestly. The people giving lessons are volunteers who love to teach the history, and there are many aspects of history to appreciate.

This museum is phenomenal. It is so well-organized. It’s clean, easy to navigate, and one of a kind. There is so much to see. I certainly wasn’t able to see it all in one day. We visited today and there was a car show going on at the museum. Staff was friendly, there was plenty of seating available if needed. Just a neat place that we will definitely visit again!

First time here and we had such an amazing time exploring classic and vintage styles cars. There are tons of different types of cars to look at and multiple buildings to go into. Make sure you get your walking shoes on cause you’ll be doing plenty of it.

Awesome experience! Beautiful grounds and exhibits that highlight some really amazing cars. If you are into cars, this is a must visit. The old fashioned and functional diner car was a fun surprise and had great ice cream.

Great place for everyone. Tons to see and well organized and curated. Something for everyone cars, slot cars, motorcycles and a dinner. Great place to visit especially one of the big car shows during the warmer months.

If you like cars, especially classic cars, this place is a must-go. They have hundreds of cars in different barns, all with different themes. From steam cars, to Cadillacs, Lincolns, to an entire barn with all the different types of Model T variants. There is something for everyone here! They also hold car shows here during the warmer months which are great! I was there for the Swedish car meet and brought my Saab. It was fantastic talking with other Saab enthusiasts out in the fantastic weather. The museum features an on-site diner and bar with food such as hot dogs, burger, bratwurst, and frozen custard. There is also a venue on site to hold weddings. If you are within a days drive of this museum, I highly reccomend you make the trek here, you can easily spend all day here!

This place is amazing! The collection here is huge, from 100 year old cars to motorcycles and everything in between. Better spend a whole day here to be able to fully check out all the cars. The employees are full of knowledge and are very friendly. The Bluemoon Diner had very tasty food, and the service was amazing. Had a great visit and can not wait until the next visit.

This place is a gem. Immaculately kept, kind and informative staff, interesting vehicles that are easy to see are just some of the reasons our group of 3 found this to be a highlight of our road trip. All vehicles have informative descriptions and some come with really interesting backgrounds. Even if you’re not a car geek, you’ll love seeing this piece of American history.

This far surpassed my expectations! Usually my husband and I zip through museums because he doesn’t want to read anything. The information about each car was so interesting and concise that we spent almost four hours here. There are many buildings with hundreds of cars. They are arranged by era or manufacturer. I saw cars that I had never heard of before. The staff were very knowledgeable and friendly. I cannot express enough how amazing this museum is! I’m so glad we visited.

Gilmore Car Museum is entirely understated, being far from major metro areas and discrete locally. Don’t let the lack of marketing deter you from visiting. Even people who aren’t much into cars will appreciate the breadth and depth of the collection. The quality of the cars is nothing short of jaw dropping. With hundreds of cars on display, the car buff is transported to a circle of heaven.

The volunteers and donors make this museum an incredible place.Each person i spoke with took time to share knowledge about these beautiful cars that it would take decades to memorize.Such as why tires at one point were white, and how one car even has mysterious nautical aesthetics.On a whim, with 30 minutes to spare, i stopped in and spent almost 2 hours and can't wait to be back. Definitely check this place out.

This is truly a cool place! Especially during Christmas time with all their decorations and Christmas light drive. Gorgeous cars from new to old. Loved the super cars! They have a little food shop in the main building and a dinner outside on the grounds. They have a little bar next to the dinner. Inside before you leave you go through a nice little gift shop. Strongly, strongly recommend going!

Incredible collection of innovative automotive history. Display settings are thoughtfully unique, creating an immersive experience in which one can get lost in for hours on end. So many of the vehicles are connected to stories that tickle the imagination as your thoughts journey into bygone eras envisioning yourself in a Tin Lizzie in the early 1900's, to racing for pink slips in 60's and 70's American muscle or cruising the countryside in a vast array of luxury options from Bentley to Cadillac to Lincoln to Mercedes and Rolls Royce. A definite must see in quaint little Hickory Corners!! Oh, and their frozen custard is spectacular 🤤

Took a day-trip to the Volvo/Sabb Day and was so impressed by the museum. Well organized and so much history and cars! I had no idea that the museum was so beautiful and designed for visitors not to be overwhelmed.Details to know: the museum doesn’t allow outside food due to the fact that food sales support the museum.Little bit off the beaten path for arrival after exiting the highway, so make sure your phone is fully charged.There is even a building dedicated to motorcycles/history and Model T driving is available, but fills up fast on nice days.Lovely little day trip full of history and cars: Outstanding Gem of a museum- one of the top 5 in North America.

Best car museum in NA set up like a village. Christmas displays, lights & activities are wonderful for the whole family! So great to see the lights in a vintage car driven by a volunteer docent with loads of fun facts. The Diner is a must along with the huge display of good ornaments and the old gas station. Memories were made at the camp fire and got us all in the Christmas mood!

We went for the Christmas adventures! What an amazing job they did to put this all together! We took our 2 grandsons and the oldest loved it as well! He actually sat on Santa's lap too! The cars were even more amazing to see. All the way back to the very 1st car invented! It was very impressive!

What a beautiful facility! Went for the first time for a Wednesday evening Cruising night. Great selection of all kinds of cars, trucks, motorcycles and beyond to see and chat with owners about. Can't wait to return to tour the museum itself!

I did the Model T driving class and toured the “complex”.Fantastic class and instructors. Fantastic museum and staff. Plan to spend the whole day and that might not even be enough!It was great to see a few cars from childhood and some of my dad’s engineering work all polished up and looking better than new.Will definitely be back. Would like to volunteer and become Model T instructor

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I find it difficult to write this review because I wanted my experience to be so much more but then I realized that businesses cannot improve without people being honest.I loved the idea of a girls getaway with my daughters and staying in a castle but when it comes right down to it I’m wishing I had booked a stay somewhere else.Most of the lights in our room were missing light bulbs, both in and out of the bathroom. We were told we could explore the castle by one person and when we asked for directions we were told that we had to stick to the main floor. I realize that the castle is old but our room was very much in need of general maintenance; such as the mirrors being cleaned, the furniture was very dusty, and the floors looked like they had not been swept in months. The towels given to use were hard and not pleasant to even dry our hands with. We never took a shower because the bathroom in our room was dirty and poorly lit from only having 1 light bulb. We expected old beds but not old worn down mattresses. Due to the condition of the rest of the room we slept on top of the covers. The heat in the room was set to what felt like 80 degrees and we could not adjust it resulting in it being very uncomfortable to try to sleep.We were told breakfast was 8am-9:30am and when we went to the private dining hall at 8:20am where there was limited seating for more than 2 people, no food was available. Although I paid for breakfast as part of our cost, in the end we did not eat anything at the castle.I really was hoping that it would be a great experience that we would not forget ended up being a horrible experience that we won’t forget.

We so enjoyed our stay at Henderson Castle. Beautiful and so rich in history. We took the grounds tour very nice. The wine tasting was so fun with Matt. We were all friends at the end of the tasting!! We stayed in the Vineyard room with nice view. We didn't have full dinner (I wish we had planned for that) but had appetizers and glass of wine. So delicious. We highly recommend this unique experience.

My husband and I spent a night here for our anniversary. It was amazing! We took the tour and did the wine tasting, both of which were interesting and fun. The history of the castle was so cool to learn about, and the interior was fascinating!We also had dinner, which was incredible, and enjoyed a late night swim in the heated outdoor pool. How cool to be able to swim in late October!We will absolutely come back!

Very unique and memorable stay! The historical ambience is unmatched. Stay here if you are looking for an interesting alternative to the standard hotel options. Do not stay here if you're looking for a standard hotel experience with perfect flooring and bathrooms, because everything is either original or retrofitted. It's amazing that this is available to the public. The food in the hotel restaurant is also delicious! The wine tasting was good as well. Thank you to Francois for making this possible!

I can not say enough wonderful things about my most recent stay at the Henderson Castle. From the moment we had any contact with the staff, every moment was luxurious. Julie greeted us warmly at the door and escorted us up to our wonderful room, the "Italian Suite." The room was beautifully decorated with champagne, roses, rose peddles and chocolate covered strawberries. Later that evening we sat in the spirits lounge under the direction of Shawna the most fantastic bar tender I have ever met. She truly knows how to make the best chocolate Martini. Not only can she make the best drinks but she is also quite the conversationalist engaging all the guests in conversation and truly getting to know them and make them feel right at home. Jaquar, the hotel manager was also amazing in making sure our stay was wonderful. I can not say enough wonderful things about my stay at this beautiful Historic Inn. I hope to be back to visit there very soon. This staff and castle Rocks!!!

I want to start off with, true hospitality is STILL alive! We found nothing but that during our stay at the Historic Henderson Castle. The staff went above & beyond to make sure our stay was memorable.When you stay here, you are walking back in time & enjoying the history in which the staff/ owner are caring enough to help preserve. With that in mind, the reviews from those who are not familiar with preserving & caring for living history definitely reflect! If you want a mainstream hotel space & amenities then don’t take the time to come here, because this beautiful place does not deserve the harsh reviews that are reflected due to their mainstream hotel perspective! If you want a TRUE living history experience, please come share in what we were able to experience!The Queens Tower was our favorite room we were able to see(we had the pleasure of seeing ALL of them on the tour because there were no stay overs the day we checked in!) & we had the pleasure of staying in this one too! We enjoyed a fabulous breakfast by room service on our beautiful in room balcony(incredible view!) . Take the time to schedule the wine & history tour as well! So worth it!!Thank you to all the Henderson Castle staff that went above & beyond during our stay! True piece of History you are preserving !

I really wanted to like this place. The building itself is absolutely gorgeous and the grounds are beautiful. However, the food isn’t that great. The soup is very salty and my crabcakes came out burnt. They also didn’t have hardly any crab, and it was mostly breading. The picture on the menu on the website looks completely different. When I told the server I didn’t like them he said he would see what he could do but no promises. They ended up comping my one glass of wine and the up charge for the soup. However, I wasn’t offered to order something else.

We have stayed here twice. I will say the castle itself is beautiful and brings you to a peaceful simpler time. With that said the management and maintenance could use work. We stayed for my birthday and were told we would get a free drink, we waited for a half hour for the bartender, asked the front desk staff and they didn't know where he was and never got that birthday drink. The first time we stayed we set a breakfast but no staff were there in the morning. The rooms also have crumbling plaster and need some work.If the owner reads this: your beautiful business has so much potential. Use some of your profits for maintenence instead of things like the new hot tub. I'm sorry for the poor review but I would give the castle another try. The Patterson Inn castle in Denver is similar but the execution is perfect, you could try to connect with that owner for a strong network and advise.Best Regards

BED BUG WARNING!We had the most horrific experience at this castle. We made reservations only to get there and wait over an hour for our room to be ready. They kept telling us they were putting the bedding on. It was all odd from the minute we arrived. The bartender apologized for the wait and said he would comp our drinks. Later I realized he only took care of my husband’s beer but not my drink.Our room was very unique and we loved the setting but after about an hour we realized they had a very bad BED BUG infestation. I just laid across the bed and in no time there were little bugs crawling all over me. The lights and television were on and it didn’t matter, they were everywhere.No one wanted to acknowledge the issue and acted as if we were crazy. I took pictures and videos because I had never seen anything like it.There is no way they didn’t know there were bed bugs. We believe the long wait for our room was to try and hide it.It took two weeks and countless unanswered calls and emails, a trip to the doctor and a chat with a lawyer friend to get a refund. I had a severe reaction to the bites that took almost three weeks to get over. The idea that we could’ve taken them to our own home still freaks me out.It’s a really neat place but all this was extremely disappointing so just be aware.Hopefully they’ve addressed the problem.

My boyfriend whisked me away for my 41st birthday and we pulled up to this lovely mansion on a hill. He just told me to pack an overnight bag. We stayed in the French room and it was charming and welcoming. Staff super courteous. We placed our breakfast order when we checked in. Sadly the spa was booked but we toured the castle and relaxed until dinner. We then had a lovely French dinner comparable to a meal I actually had in Paris! After dinner we enjoyed the roof top hot tub in January. It was one of those perfect moments we will cherish our whole lives! The next morning we enjoyed a lovely breakfast in our room. I highly recommend this place! I hope to return soon!

Kings Tower is the room my son and I stayed in. Very friendly staff and as well taken care of Castle! Hot tub on the roof was fantastic! Parking was great. Relaxed by the little stream and meditated. Totally worth it and would highly recommend it.

We had our 4 yr old princess's birthday here, and it was PHENOMENAL!!! SO magical. They were so welcoming and made it such a special birthday party for her. We HIGHLY recommend having your private event here!!! Henderson and their event planners go out of their way to create a beautiful event for you. Thank you so much to all who made her birthday party so special!!! The princess and Prince were phenomenal!!!!

Very nice place. The grounds were beautiful. But it does need some attention. It could be a wonderful place to stay, unfortunately it is a bit run down. We stayed in one of the rooms in the cabin. The refrigerator was really dirty. They said they would clean it but they never did. One of the beds squeaked like crazy. It felt like it should fall apart every time you moved. It is also accross from a cemetery, didn't realize until the morning.The other surprise were all the add on fees, $4.95 credit card surcharge, City accommodation $5.81, Covid recovery $18.00, Historical Preservation fee $18.00, Resort fee 18.00non of these fees were mentioned upfront.The grounds were very pretty and the staff was very nice... but I don't know if I would stay there again. Thee fees were really a surprise, they should be upfront with them from the beginning :(

if you want a little getaway come to The Henderson castle! Stayed in the Dutch room such a beautiful room with a king size bed. Hot tub on the roof time so cool and an amazing view of the city of Kalamazoo. We did have to wait for the last spa to be over cause the staircase is in the same room. But when the last spa appointment is over then the door is open to go up to the hot tub. Opened for a few hours for guests to use so thats fine because we still enjoyed it! It was not the workers fault. We had a few drinks at the bar with an amazing ceiling so beautiful and unique. So glad we got a little history at the front desk because she is the tour guide so she knew a lot about the castle! Cant wait to come here again! I hope my review helps you guys to stay here!!

Henderson Castle is a unique bed and breakfast. It was very clean and all the rooms have their own unique theme.. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable especially Louis G the butler. Louis told us allot about the castle's history and helped us locate the rooftop hot tube, which we and a couple of other friends enjoyed even on a cold day in November. It was very clean and well maintained. Thanks to our wonderful stay and Louis, we will be returning in the summer to enjoy the property once again, this time with a wine tasting of the Henderson Castle wine .Thank you once again Louis, Ken & Patty N

I got married at this venue in August. If you are looking for a small ceremony and photo opts with your own photographer I highly recommend the castle. However, this venue promised many things in a package my husband and I paid for that were not followed through with.The package we chose was supposed to make the experience less stressful but ended up being more stressful. There was a huge lack of communication after we signed our contract. After asking for the vendors names or businesses multiple times, we were always told that they would get a hold of us.We had 61 people for dinner, the food was raw for multiple tables. This took us by suprise as our tasting was phenomenal and everything was cooked to perfection. Our "photographer" was an amateur in a professional setting. She was very sweet and seemed very professional but our photos look like anyone with a digital camera could've taken them; we are so glad we payed for an additional photographer after we still hadn't heard from the venue's photographer 6 months prior to the wedding.The castle was beautiful, and the bakery they used did an amazing job. The DJ service provided was phenomenal. The servers were amazing and handled themselves very professionally, even when the food errors were mentioned.There were many good things as well as some negative. If Henderson Castle is a venue you would like to use, I recommend getting a list of vendors before signing your contract.

This place is great! If you truly value unique and vintage architecture, this is your place! We love unique places to stay and this one topped our list!! So beautiful. Staff were friendly and helpful. Get a massage while you are there! Well worth it!!!

Take our experiences as a warning—worst ever stay at a B&B. We left a day early because the accommodations were so awflul. Don’t believe what appears on the Inn’s website to be true. Although the Inn itself is impressive from the outside, the inside is another story: dirty, poorly maintained. Our room—unlike its description on the Inn’s website—was very tiny with a shower and air conditioner that didn’t work properly. Our shower sprayed directly on the floor and when finished left a 1/4” of water on the floor throughout the day. Our air conditioner was very, very noisy and lacked an off button to quiet it. Adjusting its temperature and fan settings had no effect. When asked, staff told me to unplug the air conditioner which we didn’t on a July night with high temperatures. After a sleepless first night, we decided to leave and forfeit $253 which management said was not refundable.To complete our “worst ever” experience, we discovered that we had left two articles of clothing in our room. Staff were able to locate those 2 articles and asked for our credit card number to return them. After almost a month, with multiple messages left with no replies, we were able to reach someone on registration who told us the articles had disappeared. To repeat: take our experiences as a warning.

We came for a weekend getaway. Absolutely amazing staff and food. So many things to enjoy that we didn't even need to leave the castle. (Dinner at the chophouse, brunch, wine tasting, spa, and multiple hot tubs). The staff are very friendly and care about every guest having the best experience. John, Matt, and Maggie provided the best service and were very welcoming.

My boyfriend and I decided to stop in for a wine tasting and ended up staying for dinner. Megan.L was amazing. She hosted our wine tasting as well as served us at dinner. Megan was very knowledgeable and pleasant. Staff truly went above and beyond to enhance our experience there. It just so happened to be my birthday and I was happy to spend the evening at the historic Henderson Castle. The building is absolutely beautiful and full of character.

Stayed in the Queens Tower. Was immediately taken back by the castle’s architecture and beauty! I loved being able to explore unoccupied rooms. The view from the balcony was breathtaking. The staff was friendly and helpful. I’ve always loved the castle. It’s on my bucket list to stay in every guest room from here on out. ❤️

staff was and friendly. They helped with carrying luggage up the stairs to the room. Very dog friendly (there is an extra charge). Allowed our dog to be with us at breakfast. Memory foam topper on the bed was too soft. You sank in and it was very difficult to move or roll over. When you are over 70 that is a problem. The continental breakfast is free and yummy. Also have the option to buy a more extensive meal. The grounds are nice but it rained so we could not enjoy them.

We stayed the weekend at the castle for my birthday and had an unforgettable experience! We took part in the murder mystery night and we got snowed in which honestly made the weekend even better. The staff was great - especially Matt! The food was delicious. The tour was informative. The spa was incredible. Probably the best massage I’ve ever had. Unfortunately, because of the snowstorm we weren’t able to take advantage of the hot tub on the roof. Maybe next time!

What a wonderful day at Henderson Castle. We enjoyed the high tea with a variety of goodies. We were given a tour of the castle with lots of information on the family. We were able to tour most of the rooms a few were occupied with guests. It's an amazing building! Then the cherry on top our couples massage with Bob and his mother! They went above and beyond to make sure our experience was excellent! Our massages were wonderful! We also enjoyed a rooftop hot tub soak with a view over the entire city!! Such an amazing unique day! Cannot wait to come again for a wine tasting and hopefully another massage!

My husband and I chose to stay here after seeing all the great pictures online and it did not disappoint! We were amazed with how beautiful everything was, every room was so unique and it truly felt like you were staying in a castle. The complimentary breakfast was very nice and the dinner was even better. We enjoyed using the hot tub and wished we had booked a spa session! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone staying in the area

My husband I got engaged here (on the roof!) and then came back a year later to stay for weekend and attend the murder mystery dinner. Both visits were amazing. I absolutely love this place. It’s so charming and the service was spot on. We loved the bartender and our server for dinner and breakfast the next day. All the rooms are so cool and unique. Each stay is a different experience! We cannot wait to go back!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We traveled to Michigan for my oldest son’s college graduation and rented three rooms at the castle. The staff was so accommodating when I asked them to help set up some special graduation decorations for our breakfast. I have to say the rooms in the house are absolutely beautiful… Stunning in all their decor for the different countries represented! The only disappointment was the cottage A room that myself and my husband stayed in… Unfortunately, it seems to be more of an afterthought compared to the rooms in the main home. But even with the issues we experienced in the cottage, the staff immediately jumped in to make things right. It just desperately needs some updating to get it to the standards of the rest of the home. But we will definitely be back, hoping to come back for a murder mystery dinner!

We have stayed at Henderson Castle a number of times now and it is always top tier! The professionalism and accommodations by the staff are impeccable as are the amazing historic grounds. The themes of the rooms are fantastic (we have an our favorites), and the ambiance that is created is beyond reproach each and every time.The food is beyond fantastic! To get a five-star quality meal in Kalamazoo, MI is a treat onto itself, but each and every meal is simply stunning.The absolute BEST place to stay when visiting Kalamazoo or just to get away for a few days. I cannot recommend it enough!

If you are looking for a few hours, or an overnight with your spouse, this is a good place to go. My wife and I went on the Castle tour and wine tasting bundle. We also had the spa package; sauna or hot tube and massage.We really enjoyed the time at Henderson Castle. We did not stay for dinner but have read, and heard, so many people talk about the amazing steak (next time for sure). The history and the uniqueness of the castle was really neat. The wine was good, they have a selection of 6 Henderson specific wines so a good variation. My wife and I ended the evening with the hot tub and a couples massage, and we loved the experience.

The place is beautifully unique, but very tired. The staff was kind & accommodating, but there was clearly more work than could be done with the people on hand. The rooms were clean, but the fixtures need to be updated. The breakfast was hit or miss - yogurt & fruit exceptional, croissants microwaved & rubbery; coffee & juice good, waffles were thin & chewy; vegetarian sausage an excellent choice (according to my friend) but my pork sausage was not at all fresh. It was an adventure, for sure. The place has so much potential. I hope it finds a buyer who will keep the beauty & uniqueness of the place while affording basic plumbing & electrical updates and a well-paid staff.

I helped plan a wedding for a friend with Andrea and other staff at Henderson and it was THE BEST WEDDING EVER! Andrea was so amazing to work with. Wedding guests spent the weekend at the castle and did not want to leave! The castle is historic so just be aware that there are not microwaves and mini fridges and it's far from your typical hotel - because it is so much better. If you want a historic and classy experiences with exquisite food and drink this is your place! Thanks to the Henderson staff - and especially Andrea - for making this an amazing weekend to remember!

All the staff at Henderson Castle were very friendly, stayed In the Italian room . The place was clean ,yes there was some some staining on the ceilings and not everything's perfect but I expect that and the place is very old if I wanted something common and boring I would stay in town at a commercialized hotel chain , I stayed here because it's haunted and it truly is , to get good results take good equipment and put the effort in . Had dinner there I thought the food to be a bit pricey, had drinks as well , the waitress (can't remember her name ) was awesome . Drove two and a half hours to get there and was not disappointed. I will definitely stay there again . It's cozy , romantic, and you can feel the energy there and it's very intense . I recommend a cheaper menu addition for people that want to have some drinks and eat lightly like just a burger or some appetizers that aren't so extravagant, the chef has passion for his food no doubt about that , and that's understandable he is a renowned chef .Thank you to Henderson Castle and the amazing staff for a wonderful memory .

My husband and I just got back from a 3 night stay. We participated in the Murder mystery dinner and had a great time. We had no complaints with our service. Everyone was very helpful and nice. We stayed in the Queen's Tower. Loved the balcony. The room does need an update, fresh paint in bathroom. Spot in room where hole was spackled but not sanded and repainted. Needs more attention to details. Light globe fixture broken on the balcony. We peeked in other rooms where the doors were open and would love to stay again.

The castle is stunning and is located in a historic part of town worth exploring. The landscaping is beautiful as well as the views. If you are looking for old world charm, where you actually have a key and the rooms feel more like a guest suite than a hotel, this is your place.

Our stay here was nothing short of magical. I’d describe the ambiance as enchantingly romantic, with so much unique decor and original historical elements. The rooms are beautiful and each offers something truly different. Ours had a ceiling that lit up and changed colors! I couldn’t hear anything outside the room we were in, which made for such a tranquil escape. The food was phenomenal. We loved every meal we had, and my husband is a tough critic. Matthew is an expert at making drinks and coming up with something you’ll love (we didn’t want to leave the bar!) The staff are all so incredibly helpful and kind. They are really passionate about the history of the castle and made the experience even more enjoyable. Definitely check out the castle tour, wine tasting, and Murder Mystery dinner (1920’s style). We had a blast and are already looking into when we’ll go back!

My sister and I did a girls trip to this amazing castle. From driving up the hill to the entrance, and our tour, everything was so wonderful! We did the wine tasting on the porch over looking the beautiful grounds, had a delicious dinner at the chop house, enjoyed afternoon tea on the porch, and they even had a Continental breakfast! My highlight of the trip was the rooftop hot tub in the evening!!!I can’t wait to come back again!!!

I have driven past this place a million times and finally bought the Groupon for a couples massage, high tea, and a tour. The massage was very nice, and the hot tub on the roof is so cool! The staircase to the hot tub is a little narrow and steep but it's all part of the castle! The tour guide was great and told us so much about the place. High tea was great with really desserts and a sandwich. I am very pleased with my trip there and would highly recommend it!

We had dinner reservations for surf and turf special (no special occasion, just my husband and myself as a gift from our daughter). There was a MAJOR snow storm, and they called us at about 4:30 to confirm our 6:30 reservation (and to confirm that we would need 4x4 to get up the hill with the weather). We are always up for an adventure, so we confirmed that we would still be there. We were the ONLY table there, and they shared that everyone else had cancelled due to the weather. They literally stayed open just for us!!! If that wasn't amazing enough, the food was unbelievable!!! If you like seafood, you need to experience the seafood tower!! WOW!!!! We also enjoyed a bottle of house wine and wonderful dessert. This is more than we would do for a general night out, but will definitely be back for a special occasion. Also hoping to do one of their wine tasting/tours soon to see more of this beautiful place.

We went for the murder mystery dinner. The castle is beautiful! Really cool old antiques throughout with neat wood carvings, a knight, fireplaces and many beautiful things.The dinner was delicious. They were able to accommodate our vegan and vegetarian requests easily.Service was good. The game run by Ken Davis was so fun! It was really cool how on our night everyone dressed up and we all had a wonderful time.We walked around the property and it's all well done. The rooms are themed and very antique looking. Our new friends let us take a peek into their "Victorian" room and it was exquisite!Check it out! It's a great way to do something out of the ordinary.

It's not often you get to spend the night in an actual castle. Although it's a little shabby in spots, it is a couple hundred years old so that can be overlooked. The service was excellent, everyone was very attentive. Having an entire Cottage with a hot tub and private deck area for what we paid was absolutely amazing! I was also very pleased with the Continental breakfast. I was expecting some grab and go muffins and yogurt and instead we were seated in the formal dining room and served. It was your typical continental breakfast fare- coffee or tea, juices but we were presented with a plated bowl of chopped fruit, a tiny yogurt with granola and a fresh house baked French croissant with a variety of jams. The croissant alone was worth the price of admission! We will definitely be back for a day trip to do the wine tasting and get a couples massage

We had a wonderful enchanting baby shower for my daughter in law.. With friends and family. The baked Brie was out of this world. The croissant sandwiches and wedge salads were delectable. The setup was beautiful with flowers and linens. We had a tour afterwards and lingered in the gardens not ever wanting to leave.

My wife and I just got married and had a mini honeymoon here this place is amazing so beautiful and you will literally never run out of things to do… Justin is such an amazing attentive person and the perfect addition to your stay he is kind helpful and down to earth he really takes care of every guest with special attention to all!!! We also met Paris who is an amazing bubbly woman who just bring positive energy every where she went the castle speaks for itself one of the most amazing places I have ever stayed at and the employees make the experience over the top I felt so noticed and was congratulated by everyone we even got this amazing cake on the house for our honeymoon if you want to feel important and have so much fun you should definitely stay here!!!Shaun and Austina Owen!!!

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Very nice museum. I wish there was more interactive play, but because of covid it looks like a lot got put away. We saw the planetarium show, One world One sky featuring Elmo and big bird. My kids loved it. Definitely worth going every once in awhile to see the newest exhibits!

Parking in the parking garage across the street made it easy especially when you are not from the area. It was a great place to learn about history in every aspect, it is very educational and interesting for all ages! The staff was helpful and kind and had no problems answering questions. The layout was interessting yet can be a bit confusing. A fun day for a family! And when you have more then one child it can become expensive very quickly so it was very nice that this was free.I'd recommend going here for everyone!

This place easily killed two hours of wait time before our train. It's a block and a half from the train/bus station. We could have spent another hour. It was SO nice, clean, and super fun for my six-year-old daughter (and me). Admission was absolutely free, they had free storage lockers for our luggage, and the staff were the friendliest. I'm not sure we'll be going back to Kalamazoo, but if we do, we'd definitely go back.

I took my girlfriend and daughter and we had a good time. The cute little interactive stuff just amazed my daughter. There was a lot of stuff unavailable or in transition that we didnt get to see but what we did see,.we enjoyed!

This place is a gem. The quality of the hands-on exhibits and friendliness is the staff is incredible. They also change the content up sometimes so you can come again and again, while there is also enough consistency you find a lot of old favorite activities still there.Children's Landscape is especially for the 5 and under crowd with activities to foster development and exploration. (If you are there with multiple ages, older can go in with younger siblings). I wish they'd expand it a bit as I watched my usually super active 6 year old engaging gently and with more focus than his 3 year old brother. But there are similar materials and activities throughout the museum that both enjoy as well.

This is a hidden gem! We loved the different exhibits and the kids area is fantastic for the younger ones. Everything is hands on and interactive. We will definitely be back again!

Free museum that's hands on for the kiddos! Enjoyed letting the kids be kids. perfect on any day but a Godsend on a rainy do for sure! if you're from the area and haven't taken your kids there to let out some energy you're doing yourself a disservice.

It's FREE! Front desk was informative. Many interactive activities for kids & adults. Took about 2hrs to go through without doing the planetarium & we had no kids with us.

Free freeing and plentiful. A lot to do (about 2 to 4 hours) and see here on its three floors. Check in, stash any jackets at the free lockers (just left of the stairs). Check out the planetarium or giant globe with different features. Check out the energy exhibit or fight off some asteroids. Third floor has an interactive room based on the Iggy Tech Architect series and also some Egyptian artifacts.

Wonderful museum for kids and adults alike. A wide variety of interests are represented, complete with local history and great rotating exhibits.We love the Planetarium, with shows geared towards kiddos and the general public, Fri- Sun for $3 (very reasonable, IMO). There is always something for us to enjoy here and we are so grateful for the welcoming and kind staff who make it possible. Thank you, Kalamazoo Valley Museum!

This is an awesome museum to visit! Interesting things to see and do, very interactive, children love it! It's free to get in, just pay for parking, easy enough to get there. All the employees are friendly and helpful!

A fun interactive museum for kids. My 6 year old was very entertained if all the exhibits. The hours are limited and was disappointed that several areas where closed down, but still had a good time.

Everything, just Everything about this museum was absolutely fantastic. We planned to spend about 2 hours here we ended up canceling other plans and spent the entire day here. We still didn't see Everything either. It was such an amazing time for everyone from very little kids up to the adults. Would definitely recommend to any and everyone that stops by the Kalamazoo area.

The children’s layout has changed a lot and not for the better. There is an odd age limit of 5 and under to go in the interactive area, even though the activities and books are more than appropriate and might even make more sense for up to 7 yrs, maybe older. Outside that area are much more advanced exhibits so there doesn’t seem to be much middle ground for ages 6-8.

I thought this was a great place to visit. Its interactive and the people are very nice and happy to see ya come in and see the items they have displayed. I would visit again soon.

Well maintained museum with friendly and helpful staff! Quite glad to see COVID protocols being implemented effectively. I had made an appointment online prior to my visit, however, they do take walk-ins as well, which may be limited based on occupancy. Planetarium is very good too, with decent sound quality and clear displays, with staff ensuring social distancing while assigning seats (always safer to book in advance). Watched the Cosmos Odyssey, which was added recently, which is informative and interesting even for adults! Had planned to visit the 3rd level where they have a Mummy display, but were told that museum would close soon after the planetarium show and so, missed that. Overall, a very good experience and kids would definitely love this visit.

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Could have been better the time limit sucks and the room was not ready and past of it didn't get reset after the group before us but had a good expeeience maybe next time they have the room put together and we might be able to finish it

So went with people who had never done an escape room. We did not make it out but enjoyed it. We got to caught up on fake clues. Also my dyslexia did not help. We agreed to try it again sometime and see it they had one with more spatial problem solving puzzles. Also liked the daily puzzle board.

Game manage Sarah was great making the room a joy. Hints were perfect in getting the team moving forward but not making the game too easy.Sage was key to a great day as we had mistakenly mis-booked our day. The room was open and she quickly made the change

Staff is very friendly. We did the 6.5 difficulty, and it was a good beginner one. So fun. It is very pricey, though. Probably won't be able to afford it again anytime soon.

Danny is the best at Escape room he gave me and my friends an amazing experience! Ready to tackle another challenge

Me and my boyfriend thought it would be a fun date night to do an escape room … and we were right ! Even though we didn’t make it out (why we chose a 9/10 difficulty our first time , I’ll never know 😉 ), we had the best experience !Our game master , Sarah , was SO amazing and kind and really explained everything so thoroughly!

This place is a lot of fun. The employees were warm and welcoming, the room was challenging, and everything seemed well organized. We didn't beat our room the first time, but we definitely want to go back and try our hand at it again. A good way to spend some time together as a family.

Wow must return didn't complete the room and had to ask for hints. Got to go back and finish room as well as conquer all the rooms. Different days have different prices so best to go earlier in the week if on budget. Perfect for a date night! Also planned on filming but no phones are allowed in rooms so you just got me going inside😂.

The room was set up well, super challenging. However, the staff was not friendly at all - we were barely greeted when we arrived, and the game master giving us hints was snarky and condescending. At the end, we did not escape and the game master came in and said “you are free to go” before hurrying out ahead of us and going back into the control room. No “thank you for playing”, no offer to take a photo, no offer to explain what we missed. This was the WORST escape room experience I have had - and I’ve done 20+ escape rooms throughout Michigan. Would not recommend this place to anyone looking to have fun.

Excellent production value and great staff! So much fun! We solved it!

We came there Tuesday February 28th and had a horrible experience! We bragged to our friends about how fun these were! Our game time was at 8:20 and our game master kept asking us how we were doing as it made us feel rushed. I thought part of the game was for us to ask them when we needed help not them keep asking us if we needed clues! We had multiple game masters and none of them knew even where we were at in the game to give us a clue when we did ask for one! Even though we made it out with 9 minutes remaining we didn’t get asked what name we wanted for the hall of fame. Hopefully your employees treat people better than this. Maybe it was because they closed at 9 and wanted us out. I’m not sure what it was but we were not happy about it!

They leave you in a dark room and expect you to use two flashlights to find the clues, meaning if you don’t have one your basically useless unless you’re working in groups. Then we got to the end of the puzzles and the last thing didn’t open. When the helper came in after the time ran out she said it was right, she moved the puzzle around and still couldn’t get it to open. Frustrating as it was the last thing to do. As I’m seeing more reviews it’s become obvious they don’t care about stuff being broken, they just want your money.

We had so much fun playing the Under Pressure room! We’ve got another Escapology room under our belts :) Thank you so much Sage! Y’all were awesome!

Honestly, I don't know who the heck is paying these prices! $40 a person for 1 hour? Come on, how can a family of 4 or more even enjoy this for $160. Ridiculous. The adult Scooby room was fun but I doubt we'll ever go back, it should be around $25-30 per person.

This was a lot of fun! I thought we’d stink at it but turned out that we made a great team… that team including our Game Master Sage. She was so polite, concise and helpful with her clues without giving it away! Definitely hope to have her next time!!!

Drove an hour for a fun date day activity and it was definitely worth it!! We’ve done other escape rooms in the past with different companies and this was definitely the most well thought out. Sage was amazing! Very helpful. Would request her in the future if I could.

My friends and I had so much fun. We did the Mayday room and made it out with like 3 minutes left. Our game master, Skyler, was awesome! He was super funny and did a really good job of explaining how things worked and giving us hints when we needed them. 10/10, will definitely be going back in the next couple of months!

I decided to include escapology in our schedule for the night for my husband's surprise birthday night out. We had Sage and she was absolutely amazing. Was super kind and explained what we had to do to finish the room. We really want to go back because of our awesome experience we had with sage's help. Thank you again Sage for a fun experience.

I do not have an awesome picture. But my partner and I enjoyed the experience because of the game master!! Though the game itself was intriguing and mysterious it felt unnerving having to use instincts to solve the puzzles. Thank you to Margaret!! Our awesome game master it was an experience to remember!!

We had so much fun here! It was our second time and we enjoyed ourselves once again! Challenging and fun! Thanks again!

Our time at escapology was so much fun! Maddy and our game host were so amazing and friendly! They were very helpful in the room and gave good instructions. Overall our experience was amazing and would 100% recommend!

Just completed the second escape room here! We had 5 people used 2 clues and escaped with 17 minutes left. Difficulty was 7/10. Our Game master Sage was very enthusiastic and kind. Charlie also helped us get to our room and explained the games. Both were friendly and helpful! Only reason I gave it a 4 star is because it’s a bit spendy ($40 per person for an hour or less depending on how long it takes you to finish). However you can go there Tuesday for $25 to save some money! Overall it was a great experience :)

My husband and I did our first room, it was a blast! It was a little pricey, $80 for one hour of fun. We were not successful in escaping, but laughed and really enjoyed working together. It was an extremely good time!! Charlie, our game master, was a doll! She was just one of the amazing staff employed at this location. We will be going again!

The prices have gone up considerably over the past couple of years ($40/person) but we still enjoy going. The puzzels are thought out. I would like to see them change out the rooms more often and possibly update the locks because some of them dont want to unlock even though you use the correct combination. You have to be a little rough to pull them open. But overall, we really love going here.

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5600 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002, USA

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Amazing! I cannot say enough good things about this place! It was the highlight of our trip to Kalamazoo! The staff was very friendly and incredibly helpful. The exhibits were fantastic and the fact that one price gets you everything once you're inside was awesome! My youngest son and I loved the flight simulators! It was a blast and truly fun for the whole family! If you are in the Kalamazoo area, I HIGHLY recommend a trip to the Air Zoo!

Museum is amazing! The exhibits are awesome and very interactive. Most of their planes are real and have flown/fought in real life before being brought to the museum. It is a very educational and fun place. The rides are exciting, especially the flight simulator. The art on the wall and floor are well done and clever. (Climb up to the cafeteria to see the aircraft carrier on the floor.) Speaking of the cafeteria, it has some pretty good options for a good price. Don't forget to visit the other building to see the F-117 for no additional costs!

This place is very unique and enjoyable for all ages. The kids love coming here because they have some really cute, clean, safe rides that they can enjoy. The lines are usually very small or even now wait. They keep the place very clean and tidy. The staff are friendly. There are so many things to do here. There are a lot of things that you can look at, some things to play with, some things to ride in, a movie theater, and a good mix of everything. I definitely recommend checking this place out! We bought a membership and the membership even gives you discounts on other museums.

We are from Iowa and are visiting family in the area, so we decided to check out the air zoo. My four year old loved the rides and all the interactive exhibits. The adults enjoyed all the cool old planes and learning about them. I enjoyed the androids section! Lots of fun stuff. Worth a visit. The volunteers are great too, very friendly and helpful.

We had a great time here!! It was a return visit for me and my husband though it had been years since our last one.Came on a Sunday and while it was a little busy it was not crowded. There were long waits for the simulators and the moon ride, the moon ride is understandable there's only 1, but there are 4 simulators and only 1 was going. We decided to skip them because of the wait. Did they need more help to run them? Not sure but that was a disappointment.Other than that our kids loved the other rides and everything to see!The WIC discount was super nice even though we were planning to pay full price!Will definitely return in the future.

Found this gem place , 45 minutes from GR, the place is totally underrated , but thank god it was not crowded.So many air planes , helicopters, fighter planes from WW2 , Korean War , Vietnam war and much much more…There are 2 buildings , we could only cover 1 building as we went on a Sunday afternoon , there are some indoor rides for all ages…Tickets are $18 per adult.There is restrooms, cafe , souvenir shop…Staff is super friendly…

Oh my goodness, of all of the many air museums I have visited all over this country, this is absolutely the best! Bring your family, bring your kids! There's something for everyone! You can even stay in your RV in there parking lot overnight, no hook ups. This place is absolutely fantastic, if I could give it more stars, I would.

This air museum is beautifully constructed and each mural is painstakingly painted. The items in the museum are well taken care of, the information, the guides, the exhibits. You can't come to this air zoo without feeling something about the amount of history you visually see. The aircraft alone can take your breath away, just imagining the machine when they were in their hayday and the lives that were changed from wars and tours. There are sections of the museum that will open your eyes to what some of the young men and women who served in wars and what they endured. This place bring you as close to the machines as possible. You get the insiders perspective from the outside. We have gone here a couple times and each time we walk away with more information and appreciation.With COVID still lingering social distancing is a must and mask wearing highly recommended. We went as soon as they opened and it was wonderful the lack of people made the experience of viewing the aircraft very intimate and the solitude very peaceful. We didn't feel rushed nor felt the need to engage except for the occasional button to press. They sanitize the exhibits regularly for those being touched and also have the cafe open should you get hungry. I recommend the caesar salad is was generous in portion and very delicious. My son had the turkey sandwich which was also a great portion. We purchased our meals ahead which was nice as once it turned lunch time we were hungry and the items were ready.The staff were amazing and helpful and just like anything else in this time frame be patient as low staff does affect businesses. I would recommend spending at least 4 hrs to seeing it all and go back in time from the exhibits. You will thank yourself for taking the time to appreciate the past.

What an incredible place! Best air museum I’ve been to. $16 and we spent 3.5hrs there — if you love aviation, plan for 4+ hours here. Ran into a volunteer named Ed who was amazing - lots of stories and knowledge of aircraft. They could charge double and it would still be worth every penny.

This air museum is one of a kind, with tons of unique air craft that you won't find anywhere else! Among the highlights is obviously the SR-71 trainer, the only one ever built. They also have the only XP-55 in existence. The museum has many more aircraft on display for you to walk around and look at, and have an exhibit in the back about World War 2 and the Guadalcanal campaign. The flight simulators they have here are also fantastic as long as you are tall enough to reach all the controls. Honestly one of the best museums in West Michigan, and one that I have enjoyed going to since I was a kid

A very outstanding place to learn about the history of flight in the military. The exhibits are amazing getting up close as well as having simulators to test visitors skills. Great price too. The staff was very welcoming and went out of their way to point out some of their favorite exhibits. Definitely a place to see when in Michigan.

I just visited the Air Zoo a few days ago with my fiancée. The staff are excellent in terms of providing further back stories to some of the exhibits currently displayed. Additionally, a well rounded experience for all ages to enjoy. A person can definitely spend 4+ hours at the museum without any problem, which is well worth the $18 per adult admission price.

Do not miss this one! There is something for everyone here. We had a family group with ages 7 to 65 and there was plenty to keep everyone entertained. Kiddie rides, all the way to WWI history and before. Over 100 air planes and other vehicles. All in a very large, climate controlled building. The static displays were incredible. If you are someone in your group who has mobility issues, don't worry. They have you covered. Plenty of benches and easy access for all types of mobility devices. It's a fun day. It was not over crowded and there was lots of parking.

One of the most enjoyable visits to any Air & Space museum we've had. Genuinely surprised at both the size of the facility and the quality of the displays. The volunteer staff was knowledgeable and enthusiastic... they all loved answering questions. They even gave us private tours inside some of the aircraft! I'll tell you, it's a special feeling when a vet walks up to you, asks if you want to go on board the aircraft you're ogling, and they reach down to that clip on the end of the rope to let you step inside history. Most highly recommended!!!

This museum is amazing! I went with my husband and we had a great time with all of the interactive displays. I can see how families would love this, too. It’s definitely not just for kids though. You can get free admission if you have a NARM reciprocal membership with another museum. I used my Ohio History Connection membership for free admission. The space and science fiction exhibits were really fun! There are also 3 carnival rides (indoors) that you can ride. There are many cool planes. We spent 1.5 hours here, but only because we were there towards closing time. We really enjoyed our visit.

Absolutely incredible experience! All of the staff and volunteer were friendly and happy to share their knowledge. They're restoring a plane that was recovered from the bottom of Lake Michigan. It's been an eleven year process, and the plane looks brand new. Master craftsmanship by the many volunteers and others who've worked on the plane.The museum made my trip to Kalamazoo. It's a great reason to return someday.

Great museum for aviation enthusiasts and those new to aviation history! Lots of awesome planes to see and learn about, and plenty of scientific things to learn about as well! A few kiddie rides are also available! Parking is ample and readily available! Staff is on hand and very knowledgeable about the museum and it's contents, come plan a visit today!

Very nice place to visit, veterans, first responders, and active military get half off price. Plan on being there a while as there's a lot to see. It's very interesting and informative. If you have questions on anything there's a very knowledgeable volunteer staff. Great place for young and old alike, they have flight simulators. Don't miss out on the flight Discovery Center just a short drive down the road as they have A unique restoration program where many planes have been restored and the workers who are restoring them are most happy to talk to you and answer any questions you might have about the restoration process. A must-see!

If you are into airplanes, this place is for you! Tons of planes inside and out. There is a movie theater. Flight simulator is a must do! Upstairs there is a restaurant for snacks if you get hungry. The gift shop has many unique items for all ages! For smaller children they have a kiddie ride area. Highly recommend 💚💯💯

Air Zoo is a great place for families. Lots of room to explore and learn. My kids love the rides (and short lines during the week) and stay busy for hours. There's a ton of historic and scientific info to see too!

Worth every cent! My kids loved this place, even the teenager! The staff was amazing at every turn, I loved the older people who were full of information. I can't believe some of the things they knew, what I wouldn't give to have spent an hour asking them questions. Definitely go to the other building. It is a short walk, but the drive was fun as well. They have a cute electric bus that was great, I loved the gift shop too. Everything was reasonably priced.

We were recently in town for my wife’s sister, who had a baby. We had a morning to kill a few hours, so we decided to come here. Our bar was pretty high, considering we’re from Dayton Ohio, where we have access to the right Pat Air Force Base museum. Ours back home is free. This one cost us about $50 to get in as a family of four, my daughter who is four years old was able to get in free.One thing that’s nice is that fee includes all of the rides and attractions inside of the museum, so it was nice to not have to pay for anything extra while we were in. My kids loved it and had a blast plenty of rides attractions and airplane cockpit simulators for them to get in and enjoy. I’m a history buff so I got my fill as well.Also, our whole family enjoyed the space part of the exhibit where we had all of the sci-fi In theory from movies! I especially enjoyed the second building, not as much for the kids to do but at the time they are restoring two airplanes recovered from Lake Michigan.This is an amazing private museum that has a ton of volunteers. As far as staff goes, was friendly, kind courteous and informative. Some of the best customer service I’ve received ever.. There was one young man that was running the airplane attraction for the kiddos. He stood out, especially super friendly, made my kids feel warm. We need more people like him. I wish I would’ve got his name to give him a shout out in this review I was very impressed!I don’t know if we’ll come back only because we’re not from this area but if you haven’t, then I would recommend going 10 out of 10!

This place was amazing do not miss it. The staff is super friendly and answered all our questions. There was so much to see and do and our kids didn’t want to leave. You can definitely spend the whole day here if you have younger kids. But big kids (adults included) will have a blast too! Also great picnic area if you want to bring a lunch.

So much fun, especially if you have any veterans you know, or don't know where to take your boyfriend. It was really kid friendly as well even though we were 2 adults. The staff was lovely. Going back for sure!

Really cool Air & Space museum, especially for kids!We stopped here on a Saturday and it wasn't too crowded, though it was the day before Easter, so I don't know if "normal" Saturdays see more patrons.The main focus is on planes, and boy do they have them! There are tons of planes, from various eras, available to look around and read about. WW II is probably the biggest collection, but they have some more modern jets as well.It's pretty great if you've got kids who like planes - as soon as we entered my 3 year old said "WOOOOOOW, ZOOOMS!" and was completely beside himself.The main area has a couple of carnival-type rides - enough to occupy kids for a bit, but not too many to eat up all the time you've allotted for the visit.There's also a space section, which has both true and fictional spacecraft and replicas. This was the favorite section for my older kids.There's another building of exhibits, but we didn't have time this trip to go visit it - it includes additional planes and some open cockpits you can sit in.The cafe is overpriced, but not at much as we expected, seems fairly reasonable for a museum cafe. The gift shop, too, didn't seem unreasonably priced for a museum gift shop.All-in-all, it's a nice museum, and would recommend stopping if you enjoy aircraft, the history of aircraft, or especially if you have kids who like planes.

This place is incrediblyy huge, awe inspiring, and extremely awesome to visit. We found out about it because my girlfriend and I collect squished pennies and were supper happy to see they had not 1 but 2 machines! 😍 it is hard to express how BIG this place is, they have the main building and then the original one which is smaller but definitely a must visit. They have these gorgeous hand painted murals that wrap around the inside but they also have some extremely beautiful and rare birds like the SR-71 and some incredible helicopters, they also have lots to do for little ones, babies, and kids :) 10/10 would recommend, it is worth every penny and more!

Great Aerospace MuseumI was told to come visit this place. I was not disappointed. This place has a lot to see and experience. I learned a lot here just in a short visit. They also have a cool space areaI recommend everyone visiting this place.***If anyone likes my honest reviews, then please like my post and follow my google account***-Thanks

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6151 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002, USA

The smell of old and new tomes, shelf upon shelf of options, and a myriad of cute finds sprinkled throughout! Found exactly what I was looking for, even without knowing what that would be. Free books are shelved outside as well. 10/10

The owner is such a super wonderful man. It's truly an honor to know him. What a fantastic book store. I still remember my first book my dad bought me there. Probably still have it lol. 💜🤍💜

We found Lowry’s on a whim as wetraveled back home. The main store is great for the whole family (toys, board games, Lego, and of course books). For the adventurous the orange line into the vortex of books is where fun really starts. It might not be the easiest navigation as you feel you spelunk into towering walls of readable pages. However, the staff are more than eager to guide (and even search with) you to the proper area for any category you could think of. Having spent over an hour combing the shelves we were able to find a few exceptional treasures, and will be making this a regular stop.

Wonderful rambling bookstore with a huge variety of books. We visit primarily for the puppetry books, but also enjoy looking through their selection of craft and metaphysical books. The staff is friendly and helpful.We were excited to see that there was a new cookie shop located inside, but had too much trouble capturing the attention of anyone to wait on us, so we didn't get to buy any cookies. Maybe next time.

Lowrys is a downtown Three Rivers staple! They have an expansive selection of new and used books. I enjoy getting lost in here for an hour or two. Most recently, I took my niece and nephew, and they both found great options in the kids section

I hate to go against everyone, but after reading all the great reviews and driving 2 hours to get there to say I was disappointed is an understatement. I went with two of my sisters, we are all avid readers, not one of us found a book. I did find three old westerns for my husband, but not one for me. They did have a few of my authors, but not that many, and of course they were all the books I've read. I mostly read historic mysteries, or cozy mysteries.Everyone was friendly, there are tons of books, and great cookies next door. If it was closer, I might try again, someday. So, if you are near Three Rivers, go and let me know if you find something. As a side note, the children's section looked nice...lots of nice games too. Happy hunting.

Books galore. Best book store in west Michigan only complaint would be I had store credit here from years ago and it “disappeared”. Oh well, I shouldn’t have waited years to use it so I’m not too mad. So many books you can actually get lost in there. Lol. Highly recommended

They carry Lego and sell at retail. Great way to grab to set and support a local place rather than a big box store. Also tons of other cool and more rare toys like Playmobil, Brio, 3-D puzzles, etc etc

They had so many books that I wanted. I had a hard time figuring out which ones to get. Not bad price. But I couldn't find very many used childrens books. And not many used hard backs

For those of us who live for the "hunt" of used books, this place is incredible. The rooms are full! Make sure you allow plenty of time for your search.

Small amount 🤏 of books but was organized. But the reason I give it 3/5 ⭐'s was there was several sacks of books on top of each other, like 50, 60, or 70 books on top of each other. Worse part is that a good amount of em was "old", which only makes it worse. As there not in "perfect" shape to begin with. Besides that though, prices were fair and so was customer service. 🤷

Great bookstore! We spent over an hour there and didn't even peruse all the shelves! Brought home a good stack of new to us books!

Love this book store! Go with plenty of time though. So many books to look at and choose from!

Excellent spot for new and used books! Don't forget to check out the 50 cent cart inside and the 'free book' shelves outside.

The coolest book store library I've ever been to, it just keeps going and going!!!

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22 N Main St, Three Rivers, MI 49093, USA

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One of my favorite stops while in BattleCreek. I literally stop here every every time I come here, pass here, or am near here. The staff is so nice. This store is so neatly organized. They have lots of cool stuff. They have great deals and unique finds. You can literally get all kinds of stuff here. And as a added plus they have a tavern where you can get alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages and walk around the store while you shop while drink. Plus they give a discount unlike the one in Lansing. Thank you for that! ❤

Well organized business, huge assortment and good quality goods. Now they have changed the location of the store and occupy a very large area. There is also a great bar, a large selection of beers and live music. I also enjoy tasting excellent quality freshly brewed coffee.

Love this store... definitely got a different variety of things... some things a lil pricey... I get different flavor Carmel apples.. but they were dang near $10 each... definitely wasn't spending that much (family of 5) ... and if you like brats... you'll love their huge selection!

First time there, amazing! Great fresh produce and some unusual products. Having a drink while you shop is the best part!

The line was very long to see Santa and his reindeer and it was extremely cold but it was worth the wait. What a perfect Santa. It’s probably the first one I’ve seen in a while who actually interacts with the kids, talks to them, engages with them and I should add we were one of the last ones that were there to see him and he still was great after sitting hours in the cold. Thank you for the experience you enabled my daughter to have.

The new location is fantastic. The isles are wide enough for multiple people to pass. The store is laid out in a logical way. It is definitely worth the 15-minute drive.

Best all around fresh produce in the area. Great selection and knowledgeable staff. But it does not stop there. Horrocks has a great indoor beer garden, a lovely assortment of soup options, sushi, pizza bar and other options to enhance the shopping experience. Also large selection of coffee and an impressive meats & cheese department.For the furry and feathered friends there’s also a large selection of animal and bird feed.A very enjoyable shopping experience always topped by friendly servers.

Love this place. Sad that they're going to be relocating! They have amazing fresh produce, cheeses, spices, and other packaged products. They have a hefty selection of basically everything. Their prepared to-go food is actually really nice! The take and bake pizza is freaking delicious. Garden selection is also wonderful, and so plentiful. Employees are always so polite and helpful. Couldn't say enough about this place, honestly.

The new location is so big!!! Fresh food, special food, sushi 🍣Things for the yard, decorationsBig bar with beers 🍻 and cider on draft

Opening day, they had a surplus of registers open so there was no wait in line to check out, even though the parking lot was busy, and the place was very full of folks. The selection of keto items is awesome, I even found gluten free keto bread! They have a lot more space here and things are laid out well.

Great selection of produce at a reasonable price. A little pricey on some items. We really go here for the produce.

People said the mall was dead. Horrocks said it was just in a slumber. Horrocks was right. With the arrival of Horrocks, Lakeview mall has arose from its slumber. It is a little older and uglier and less mobile, but it is back. And Horrocks and the enchanted wonderland that it is has to be the main reason.Come, see for yourself the unique trinkets and food items the store has. The cars and airplane flying from the ceiling, the friendly staff, the rainbow roses, come experience the magic of Horrocks.

I have been to the new location. Several times since opening day. Definitely like the layout of the store. Quite spacious overall compared to previous location. Still have a great selection of overall merchandises. Expending on the home and garden sections. Last minute gift ideas as well. Easy access right off the highway.

This store is awesome. All the delicious food options you could want, plus a great selection of craft brews, including lots of local Dark Horse Brewery beers and some Roak brews, too.

Wow, this place is outstanding! Delicious pizza and delicious area. LIVE MUSIC! Awesome selection of booze, and we just happened into a booze aisle that had the ONLY bottle left of Bunratty's, and I found some small bottles of another mead to try. Very cool! It's 2 hours away from us, but we will definitely make the trip out again.

I have been coming here since I was a kid! (Before they changed locations and are now at the mall)I have such fond memories of me and my grandmother exploring the selection and mass variety of specialty treats and gifts!I moved away years ago but had the chance to stop in while visiting family.And it has only gotten BETTER!!The olive oil selection is beyond impressive! (Free tastings, too!) And the popcorn assortment of both sweet and savory selections is divine! (And more free samples!)The massive contribution of unique cultural food options is astounding! For a small(er) town, Horrocks exceeds the needs of a big cities "eclectic" grocery store with cheaper prices!!If Whole Foods, A.J.'s, Sprouts and Trader Joe's had a love child...Horrock's would be its greatest gift!

This place will never disappoint, making the drive here from Kalamazoo is always worth it. We come for the sushi and fruit and always leave with a little something extra. The staff all seem happy to be there too! It’s literally magical, do yourself a favor and stop in.

This is the best market in the northern Indiana/southwest Michigan area!! I literally drive an hour and a half to come here. The atmosphere is awesome. You can enjoy a freshly brewed beer from their brewery while you shop!! I go there for the amazing sausages!!l They have a whole area for popcorn and chocolate!! This is a must go to place for me!!

The move from the downtown Battle Creek location had revitalized the mall area. The store has so much variety and is enormous. Repeated visits are necessary to take in all that they offer. This includes garden supplies, plants, fresh fruit and veggies, homemade candy, soup, sandwiches, plus beer and wine that you can drink while you shop. A unique place to visit.

I was absolutely gobsmacked when I first visited. Love the indoor farmers market concept. The specialty foods sold are great as is the general atmosphere. They have a huge selection of wine, a coffee bar, produce, crafts, candy, specialty popcorn, branded foods you won't find anywhere else, as well as specialty olive oils, and flavored balsamic vinegar blends that you have to try to fully appreciate. If you're within a couple hours of Battle Creek, its worth the drive.

We frequent the one near Lansing but had never been to this location. We loved it. It’s like they took all the things we like about the Lansing one and put them all here. The beer garden area was amazing. Live music and great beer! My wife picked up some Smokey macaroni and cheese that was pretty good as well. We can’t wait to go back.

Huge!!! I love the bar area, and access to the mall is nice, love you can sample the popcorn before purchasing! Been to almost all the Horrocks and this one is impressive 👏 thank you to the staff for always making it an experience 👍 we made our own gift baskets.

I am always pleasantly surprised at the array of options I have at Horrock's. My dietary lifestyle is not the usual sugar/carb-laden variety, which makes shopping at most supermarkets and grocery stores incredibly frustrating. The fresh produce alone is worth the extra 25 minutes of driving. The store is always clean and the staff are always courteous and helpful.

Something for everyone. The produce variety is amazing. For the non shopper, the beverage garden is a big hit! Complete with musical entertainment. It is more than shopping, it's a delightful experience.

It's hard to describe a store that has everything. If I was a cook with an international knowledge of ingredients I might find some things lacking, but I don't know what to do with even a fraction of their fresh produce, not to mention the garden center, plants, bar, wine, live music, ect. Also they have an airplane 🤣

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5801 Beckley Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49015, USA

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Awesome zoo experience for all ages. Brought a 2 and 8 year old on a Friday morning and it took us nearly 4 hours to get through everything! The animals here are far superior to those at our local zoo and the kids were impressed! We all enjoyed feeding the giraffes the most because it was such a close up encounter we've never got anywhere before. We took the bus to "africa" but walked the majority of the open paths, approximately 4.5 miles according to our app. The new adventure park is currently being built but that looks like it'll be a riot!Went as a kid, loved it. Brought my kids, better this time around.

The zoo is spacious and very nice. There are two sections, and one can either walk a while to get from one to the other or take the regular tram. The animals have very nice, comfortable enclosures. The giraffes are perhaps the coolest as you can pet and feed them (lettuce for feeding them costs a little bit of money). This is actually a very nice zoo to visit on a hot day because almost all of the walking paths are shaded by trees. Indoor areas have air conditioning, which is very nice. The carousel and train don't cost very much extra, but the obstacle course is a higher charge. Seniors and kids under ten have a discount. Babies are free. Remember to not bring in any outside food or drinks, or else you'll be making a trip back to the car. There are neat picnic areas outside the zoo, and as long as you show your receipt, you can go to and from them as you please.

This is a really underrated zoo. My family loves to go to different zoos and for the mid-sizes zoos we have been to, this was one of the better ones in my opinion. The views in the lower savannah area with the zebra, giraffes, ostrich is one of the coolest views I have seen. The zoo is very spacious, so if you are up for some exercise, make the walk, I did but the rest of my family took the trolley. The walk is definitely not easy. Also the Zebra feeding area is too high so the kids had to feed the giraffe through the fence. Definitely would consider making the trip up to this zoo again in the future.

This zoo has been a valuable resource for teaching about the need for conservation and for educating the public. The animals appear to be well kept, but you always wish the zoo had more funding so the animals had more space. Of course if they had too much space you wouldn't see them! The zoo has a couple little restaurant options for snacks and adult beverages if you're so inclined. And for the kids there's a train ride that lasts about 15 minutes and for everyone there is a tram ride up to the wild Africa exhibit, Don't miss the wild Africa exhibit and the opportunity to feed the giraffes! They're so beautiful it makes you wonder how anybody could shoot them just for a photo opportunity.

This zoo had a really cool set up for most of their exhibits. My only complaint was that you had to walk through an area and then all the way back through it again to get to another area. It wasn’t all connected. However you take a tram to Africa and get to do a large walk through there. There were several animals and it’s a .8 mile walk to do the entire walk through. They have lions though and they’re beautiful! Most of the zoo has really nice shaded areas too! There’s a Jurassic zoo area that has replicas of Dino’s. No outside food, but there are two restaurants.

We loved this zoo so much! While we were on a weekend away with my husband and some friends, we took the baby to visit while the guys worked. We spent all day and still feel like we could have seen and experienced more! The giraffe feeding was great! 🦒

Great place to spend a day the animals were active my kids loved it and is mostly handicap accessible we have someone with a wheelchair and we went through the entire zoo we had a little trouble in the Africa part but were warned well. Getting in was quick even on a busy day feeding the giraffes was an awesome experience for my kids we all had a fantastic trip.

Small zoo with beautiful African section, all set in a heavily wooded area giving this zoo a cozy atmosphere. We used our Detroit Zoo membership to get 50% off, at $7 for adults and $3 for kids, this is a steal. Animals appeared content (no pacing, over grooming, etc.), enclosures were clean, appeared to have plenty of room to move about, especially for African animals.Food quality at dining spaces is very poor and overpriced. My salad was wilted/decaying, the sauteed vegetables were frozen, our grilled chicken sandwich was hard as a rock and dried out, buns were stale. Stick to the hot dogs or burgers. Kids meal came with a full size pop. Macaroni had a weird fishy aroma and flavor.Bathrooms were mostly clean. Staff was not masked indoors or out.

Beautiful strolling paths are populated by some of the largest habitats I have ever seen. Unlike many large commercial zoos this one focuses on the animals well being and the preservation of the natural landscape of Southern Michigan. It checks the boxes on most of the animals you expect to see with some gems of animals I have yet to see in even the most famous zoos. This is not the kind of zoo with a new animal every 15 feet so prepare for the breathtaking walk along boardwalks and forest trails. With added attractions like Zoorasic Park for kids this is a must for families that want to see a zoo like no other!

Always love walking around here. Staff is friendly and it is usually clean. The annual pass is worth it.Baby Zin (Chinese red panda) is the cutest!Also some photos of our visit and love the fall decor out.

We had a great time here! The Africa loop is a unique idea and have large enclosures for the animals. We went when they first opened and headed to that portion first, so we weren't stuck in a lot of crowds. I definitely recommend trying to get to the Snow Leopard training on Saturdays and Wednesdays at 11! We didn't realize this was something they did, but are glad we got to experience it.

The zoo is a great walk through the woods while looking at the animals. Make sure to go early in day so animals are out, otherwise it will feel like you didn't see many. The savannah area is pretty and the giraffe feed is a must. Great zoo for all ages, just be prepared to walk.We had a blast here. We had a group of all ages from baby to seniors and all had fun.

I love this zoo. The layout is great. If you follow the path, you'll see everything. The tram was nice and not a super long wait. They have a beer cart that was perfect since it was scorching while we were there. They have a pretty decent array of animals. We had a great time!

We didn't see very many animals and the ones we did spot were hiding or were so far off in the distance that could barely see them.My toddler looooooved the zoorastic play area. Literally her joy is the only reason I'm giving this 3☆ instead of 1...If you want to see animals and interact with them, you'd be better off going to Detroit or Toledo. And the prices aren't much more but you'll see a ton more animals.

Drove from Elkhart, IN. Showed up right at opening and got front spot for parking. Lady at the member booth for entrance was very nice to call none members to her line as she got hers through and there was a line for none members. Kids loved the dinosaur egg find on the train ride. Watched the snow leopard stalk something just outside its enclosure. Only animal we didn't see was the wolves. Lady at the carousel was very helpful in making change for the penny press, even though one was none functional. Biggest complaint would be having to walk back through things we've already seen to be able to exit, but by the looks of them updated the entrance, that will change. Very good time there.

First time here and it was such a fun zoo. And We got to feed a Giraffe, That was the best experience ever! But it was expensive, 5 Pieces of lettuce was $8 or $2 for just 1. But it’s understandable in a way. Glad we got to feed it and also helping support the zoo. Definitely be back again soon.

A good selection of animals & other fun activities for kids. Wear closed toe shoes & Spare 4-5 hours.Nominal entrance fee but other activities are charged extra so you could end up paying around $50.Try to take the free tram to the African side or else its a 10 minute uphill walk.Train ride is fun for kids but costs $3 per person.Sky Lark & Little Lark are fun obstacle courses for adults & kids. They are also charged extra but the ziplines are excellent.Viewing area is large but many animals are visible. Giraffe feeding is nice, you can even pat the giraffe.There is a small reptile section & a dinosaur section. And finally a small North American section.Many washrooms available with variable levels of cleanliness. And many places available for sit & eat.Overall, a good day spend.

We went on a slower day which was nice with a toddler because there were next to no lines. Very beautiful park, and it appears to be well maintained. The staff we encountered were also very friendly! The only bummer was not many animals were in sight.

This is truly a wonderful midsized zoo! I really enjoyed my time here with friends. The wooded atmosphere is great for keeping you out of the hot sun. There is only one spot that can be considered “uphill” on the road between the main zoo and African savannah area. Consider taking the time to do some birding on that little hike! Even bring some binoculars. Speaking of the savannah, the animals there have quite a bit of freedom to roam and it’s nice to see. The highlights of the visit were the cassowary, bears, lemurs, and of course, feeding the giraffes! Make sure you take the time to do that! We finished the whole zoo in three hours. A small thing they could improve is the availability of cute stickers and postcards in the gift shops. I wanted a few for my scrapbook but settled for a patch. Still very worth it!

Nice, spacious habitats for almost all of the animals, who appear well cared for. Both animals and human visitors have all-important shade during hot weather. Fun activities for children. As zoos go, it was neat, clean, and overall, pretty impressive.

We went for a field trip for our kids virtual school and it was very crowded as other schools were visiting that day as well! We ended up taking the 1/2 mile uphill walk to Africa instead of waiting in the long lines for the transportation. Feeding the giraffes was the most exciting part! Park was clean and the staff was very helpful! Even though food courts were busy they were very fast putting out food! Bathrooms were pretty clean and it was nice they had a bathroom in the parking lot! Lots of varieties of animals even though most were sleeping during our visit but we got really great pictures and videos of most!

My daughter and I took the 4 kids to the zoo, and it was fun for everyone! The youngest was 3 and the oldest a teen, but no one complained! We took the tram to Africa and my favorite was feeding the giraffes, I always love that! It was even fun feeding the goats, the kids got such a kick out of it! Bring quarters for the goat food. We went at 9:30 and didn't leave until 1:30. There is a lot to do and see, don't rush!

This zoo is a great place to visit. It was my first time going. My family had a great time.There is plenty of parking & lots of attractions. The zoo is very spacious, open, & within natural surroundings. It's also a great place to exercise as well. Lots of exhibits and activities for the entire family.I highly recommend it.

Binder Park Zoo is always a great way to have family time and exercise all in one. I purchased a year family membership and my boys and I look forward to seeing the animals throughout the season.

We went during a very slow day so we had no wait for anything. The zoo is very beautiful but should be treated more as a park than a zoo. There is a very large distance between exhibits and a small amount of animals.There is a petting zoo for the goats. There is a tram that goes to the African section of the park, though that section of the park shuts down an hour before everything else.Bringing your own food and drinks is not allowed, but there is a noticeable lack of substance within the park. Really, I don't want to pay $10 for a water and microwaveable pizza, I'd rather bring my own stuff in.There is a large jungle-gym line structure and a play area for kids by the dinosaur exhibit.

Binder Park is a well run and enjoyable animal experience. Many animals have ample room to run in comparison to other parks. And, if you love giraffes, you can engage and feed them in a safe way for you and them.

This is a fantastic zoo! We went today with a group ranging from age 7 to 77. We all had a great time! The kids loved feeding the giraffes and riding the free safari truck to see the African animals. We spent 5 hours there! Lots for everyone to see and do.

Well managed small but very exotic animal exhibits. Especially great to see all the animals in their natural environment,especially in the African plains. Very well placed paths to see multiple angles of the animals. Large reptile, amphibian house with a beautiful elephant statute.

Love, Love, Love this zoo for being so close to our hometown. It’s beautiful, it’s huge, lots of animals, just lots of cool stuff. We make sure we go at least once a summer if not more!

Beautiful Zoo! Very shady so great to go even on a hot, sunny day. I cannot stress enough - feed the giraffes! It was so fun and a great experience for all ages!!The dinosaur exhibit was great as well.Lots of walking as expected but lots of long loops to walk around with no cut throughs should you have a kid need to move on quickly. The food options were good and well spaced out. Overall we had a wonderful time and will go back!

Hope you like grass!! Seen a lion and a couple bears. Couple birds. Almost everything else was hiding or not even in it's enclosure. This use to be my favorite zoo 10 years ago. It's horrible now. Walking and more walking to basically see a giraffe. Most concession stand were closed. The girl with long blonde hair and glasses at the carousel was about as gen z as it gets. No smile, after like she hated being there. She gave us a problem because we wanted change for the penny stamp machine they have. I asked for a change for a dollar and then I asked if she could get a penny. She said we have no "give a penny take a penny." I said no I have a quarter I need penny. The place needs to shut down. It's dull.

My 2 year old is fond of animals and it was a great way to learn the animals by looking at them especially the African part of the zoo. The tram is so convenient and the trail in the zoo is also within the woods which makes you feel that you are part of the jungle and safe. The show stopper, the king himself is an awe to watch.

Had not been here in years. Much larger zoo than the one in Grand Rapids. Nicely shaded with trees throughout so it's not super hot even on days where the sun is shining down. Many exhibits to see and very kid friendly. They have a tram and a train to take you to certain parts of the zoo while others are within walking distance. Definitely a must see and fun for little ones as they have goat feeding and petting along with giraffe feeding at a small additional cost. Recommend looking for coupons or deals online before making your trip as they sometimes have discounts.

Binder Park Zoo was surprisingly impressive. Most of the enclosures were huge and the environment is clean and well put together. My family had a fantastic time and we'll definitely be back.

One of the kids favorite zoos. We come here at least once a year. Little man always loves the zoorassic park. The price is very affordable and parking is free. A lot to check out, especially in wild Africa. We have to take a trip on the train Everytime we go. Recommend getting here early because it can get quite busy later in the day.If you haven't checked this zoo out yet. Highly recommend it at least once.

We did the overnight experience. The counselors were great but seemed overworked, especially at times with meals. I wish they had brought in an extra kitchen hand for just dinner and breakfast. There was a party of 16 that checked in late and didn't have their paperwork ready. This caused a severe delay. By the time we got to the camping area, the pizza was cold and disgusting, but we ate it because we were hungry. In the morning, the big group grabbed all the coffee for the first 2 pots (some of us didn't even have our first cup) and most of the food. My husband was the last in and he didn't even get a breakfast sandwich. Wish there was clearer directions (map?) about where to meet up for the event. Most of the employees that we met and talked with had only started this year or the year prior so there was a lot of confusion of how things were run. If we had maxed out our number of campers I might have considered it worth the expense but it seemed a little high with only the 3 of us. It also seemed unfair that you only get as many tickets as number of campers. If the tent allows up to 6 campers, then that's how many tickets you should receive. Also, when we did our morning tour the giraffes and monkeys weren't in their enclosures yet so we missed them. It would've been nice to know this in advance before trekking down to see the animals when your not fully ambulatory at that time.

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7400 Division Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49014, USA

This place is a small piece of heaven. The experiences for our two boys being able to touch, see, and feed camels, zebras, long horns, horses, ducklings, bunnies, elk, reindeer, water buffalo, buffalo, birds, pigs, turtles, and many more, was inspiring. There are pony rides and a must do wagon ride. There is also a place to get good burgers, ice cream, fries. The many lovely acres of well manicured land where most of these animals run free and will approach you to eat right out of your hand. Even more lovely in this community are the Amish people that exude kindness, work, and devotion to one another and Christ. We felt so welcomed by everyone there. The only downside was leaving as our boys cried all the way home screaming that they wanted to go back to the farm. 😀

Absolutely loved it. We had never been. We brought family from out of town. A friend recommended it. You get to go in a wagon ride thru the farm and feed the animals from the wagon. They give you the feed. The animals that were in the cages could have fruit loops and carrots. You could buy them there too. Lots of fun stuff to see and do. We stayed for a couple hours. They have a place to wash your hands. The bathroom is a port-a-potty. It's ran by a sweet Amish family.

Such a cool experience! Love that we’re able to go in and pet the animals! One of my all time favorite places.Only thing I wish is that the bigger cows camels and zebras had a larger spot for shade, if we need to help set up a fundraiser to get that done, I’d be happy to contribute and spread the word!!!Also please hire someone or get volunteers to go around and make sure all the animals have water. I know caring for many animals is hard but I’m sure someone will come volunteer and help for free

This place is amazing and the website doesn't do it justice! For one price, cheaper than the zoo, you can do a wagon ride and feed all kinds of amazing animals that come right up to the wagon and also walk through a large area with different animals to pet and some you can even go into their cages. You can purchase food for $1 for these animals if you'd like. It's so worth the trip! Then you're about 5 minutes from the flea market and the amazing food at the Blue Gate and Das Dutchman Essenhaus.

My girls (9 & 13) had a blast here! They got to see many animals that they had never seen before, and feed them! The wagon guide was knowledgeable and entertaining, and unlike many of these types of attractions, they will keep refilling your food bucket as much as you want! The petting zoo was also a hit, and all the animals were friendly. Definitely a great value and the highlight of our trip!

Visited with my kiddos field trip. It ended up raining but we got to take a ride through the fields, which was awesome. The animals come right up to you and you can feed them. Downsides include that the only bathrooms are Port-a-Potties. It's also a bit chaotic with people running around everywhere.Overall, it's a great experience for the kids.

Great place to visit with your little ones. The wagon ride is a must. They have cute petting zoo and loads of farm animals to interact and feed with. Highly recommended for all ages

What a cool place! Grew up not too far from here and had no idea it existed! The wagon ride was awesome, the kids loved it. Lots of great animals to pet and see!

The kids had so much fun! Definitely can be pricey if you do the wagon ride, but it's a nice long ride and you get feed for the animals that come up to the wagon when it stops. There are only Port-o-John's available for restrooms. The wagon ride will not be handicap accessible.

This is a wonderful place! Great for kids, there was so much interaction with animals. I’d choose this over a zoo any day!

The most fun I had all summer!!! This is #1 most amazing place to visit and experience. There is no place else I have been to that compares to here. All the animals live as one. Together. In harmony. It is Heaven on Earth. Simple nature and fun. Anytime is a wonderful day to visit here. It is only 45 minutes from Kalamazoo. An easy and fun drive. Make time to visit the Greatest place on Earth. It's the only place you can reach out and touch such a variety of species. Enjoy your time here. It is so precious.

Went on a field trip with my daughters kindergarten class. It was very hands on. You can get in all cages. They also have a ride where they give you food to ride through the fields and feed the animals, that's included with the $10.00 entry fee. I will definitely go back.

The Dutch Creek Animal Park was an awesome undiscovered gem until just today. My son and I had a great time. Honestly, I was entertained just watching his expressions! It was surprising to see elk, buffalo, water buffalo, zebra, fox, monkeys, fallow deer, doves, ostrich, long horns, parrots, and countless hybrid herd animals so close to my home city. This place is maintained by people who obviously care about the 'pets', anyone is able to hand feed nearly everything they have along the wagon ride. The gargantuan antlers and horns in such close proximity was QUITE EXCITING! I definitely recommend this place for a Zoo type experience on a budget. Take a bottle of water, its not a short ride (40 minutes is my best guess).

Very fun and hands on experience for my 7 yr old

It was a great place to see animals. There were many areas to go into a pet friendly petting area and pet and hold baby lambs etc and also pet the older animals. This place sold carrots and front loops as snacks for most all the animals.They also had a covered wagon that took us for a ride where the bigger animals were. A big dish of feed was given to everyone on the wagon. The animals were awesome and seemed to enjoy our treats. This one gentleman on our wagon bought extra feed for everyone that wanted more feed for the animals. It was his wife's birthday and we all sang Happy Birthday to her. She seemed embarrassed and laughed but her hubby seemed to love it and he thanked all of us!! It was a hot day but amazing!!! Thanks for a great time!!!

I've been going there for three summers in a row and every time it's so much fun, the interaction with the different animals is amazing! Don't forget the wagon ride!

It is the most beautiful place for children at all. There are a lot of animals and my children enjoyed a lot. When you enter, you will pay two dollars for each child who wants to feed the animals and ride horses. There is a small and a large horse for $ 5, and there is a lot of fun with the small animals. Then we took ice cream. Soon we didn't feel it and the Amish people were so nice 🤗my kids were asking me to go again

Wonderful down on the farm experience. There are so many animals you can see and physically interact with. Saddle rides and hand feeding in the petting zoo are an extra cost. The family who runs the farm is very kind.

We had the best time at Dutch Creek Farm! The animals were interactive and seemed happy and well taken care of. My husband grew up on a farm and was so happy to see this. Our 3 year old loved being able to pet all of the animals. The wagon ride was most definitely the highlight. I was shocked that food for the animals is included.

I took my 13 and 11 year old grandkids yesterday. I've never been before but friends recommended it. The wagon ride was a good experience overall. They made many stops and we were able to feed the animals that came up to the wagon. The problem I experienced was with the petting farm area. It was quite warm and most of the animals did not have shelter from the Sun. If there was a shelter, all of the animals couldn't fit in it. Many of the animals did not have water. There were birds without water. And there was no supervision around that area. Many of the kids were chasing birds in the aviary even though there were signs and their parents were there. Several of the animals had goopy eyes and maggots. I have seen other reviews with the same concerns so I hope someone addresses it soon.

Such a great experience. The freedom to meter the enclosures at your own pace was really great. Our guide was super kind and really seemed to enjoy his job.

The price was reasonable especially for what you get it included entry into the farm a ride on the wagon to see a lot of the large animals, a big thing of food to feed while you're out there the wagon driver tells you all about the animals as you go and stops often so that you can feed them a lot of the animals will eat out of your hands and even let you pet them. Do they have lots of animals and pens that you can go into most of and pet the animals and feed most of them. Pony rides are only five dollars and grandkids loved it. All in all it was a great experience a lot of fun kids really enjoyed themselves. Only one thing I wish they could make a little better was that a lot of the animals did not have a lot of shade so when it was really hot they laid up against the fences or wherever they could to find a little shade and it being a hot day when we went and then the afternoon the water and a lot of the pins were either gone or knocked over. I would definitely recommend the place to have a good time for a reasonable rate where the kids can have a lot of fun

Amazing place, be prepared to get a bit dirty, but well worth the cost

Worth every penny for A full day of fun for both kids and adults. The perfect place to go if you're an animal lover. You can pet, hold and feed the animals. The family that owns and operates are very friendly. Thank you Dutch Creek for a day to remember. ☺️

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6255 N 1000 W, Shipshewana, IN 46565, USA

Been here a few times and it's always amazing to see how many cheeses they have. Very impressed with being able to see the cheese being made and even more impressive is how clean the vats and process room is. Even the motors on the floor shined clean! Forgot to take a picture though. :/

A nice discovery! A lot of fun to wander through and see all the cheeses that are available. During the day. You can actually see them as they make cheese. It is a nice place to purchase different types of cheeses.

Had some really nice tasting cheese, I couldn't wait to get home to try. Delicious

Wonderful place, you can watch them make cheese and their fresh cheese ( tons of different flavors ) are the best. So smooth and creamy. Plus bunches of other stuff, knickknacks and different foods. Stop on in. I don't think you'll leave empty handed.

This is a quaint little store that has amazing cheeses! So many varieties. Onion cheese, salsa cheese, bruschetta cheese and more. It's well worth a detour off the main road.

So many different cheese's as well as if your lucky you can actually watch as they make the cheese. Friendly service with a smile

90% of north american cheese. Including europian imported...contains an ingredient called fpc. Fpc is manufactured by Pfizer. This is why most of the cheese with the label “vegetable rennet” isn’t real vegetable rennet. It’s either microbial rennet (made from mold) or FPC (the GMO version) since there is no regulation on the terms used for what rennet is used in cheese labeling.3. Microbial rennet — Another alternative to animal rennet is “microbial rennet,” where the coagulating enzymes are produced by a specific type of mold, fungus or yeast organism grown and fermented in a lab setting (often fed soy). Yum. So while the microorganisms aren’t genetically modified, their food source likely is.This is considered vegetarian-friendly as the enzyme produced by the organism is not derived from an animal. There is again a large consensus in the cheesemaking world that cheeses made with this type of microbial rennet can lead to a final cheese product with a bitter taste. This option is commonly used in “certified organic” and “certified vegetarian” cheeses.

Cheese is always good, but make sure to check best by dates as a lot of the cheese was dated 3+ months ago.

Nice place, although I miss the cheese samples they use to have. However, they have an excellent selection of cheese, snacks and candy there and I enjoy visiting yearly.

Title: Amazing Cheese Selection and Friendly Staff!Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I recently visited Heritage Ridge Creamery and had an amazing experience! The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. They have an awesome selection of cheese products that cater to all tastes and preferences.However, I did have a little mishap at the checkout. Unfortunately, my ranch cheese curds 😞 fell out of the container and made a mess. It would be great if they could consider adding tape over the lip of the containers to prevent accidents like mine.Overall, I highly recommend Heritage Ridge Creamery for cheese lovers. The variety of cheeses available is impressive, and the staff goes above and beyond to make your visit enjoyable. Don't miss out on this cheese paradise! And also I highly recommend the sample jams. 😁

Always a fantastic visit. Cheese is very fresh and packaged well. Many choices to choose from and you can sample them. Staff is friendly too. Great hidden gem in the Shipshewana area.

Nice place! They had a lot of different flavors of cheese, couldn’t resist.. I purchased two I hadn’t tried before.After getting home, we put the cheese on crackers, they were delicious! Next time I’m bringing my small cooler to bring some things home.Another customer said the butter was amazingly delicious. I didn’t get it, because we didn’t have our cooler. 85° outside, it wouldn’t have made the two hour ride home.Staff was very kind, this place was super clean. Worth the few minutes to go a mile and a quater from the main road.I’d definitely go back.

Great cheese. Love stopping here everytime we come and visit. Cheese made on the premises never disappoints

Great stop for cheese, as always. When in Shipshewana, we al ways stop. There is never a disappointment.

Always very good cheese at a decent priceGreat selection

Cheese 🤠, they usually have a sale going on. When I went in last time, I got 5 lbs of cheddar cheese for about $10

Good selection of cheese made on site. Miscellaneous other food items in a clean and well organized business with plenty of parking.

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11275 W 250 N, Middlebury, IN 46540, USA