Kentwood

#8497 among destinations in the United States

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Kentwood, located in the state of Michigan, is a charming city with a mix of urban and suburban vibes. The city is known for its beautiful parks and outdoor recreational activities, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its close proximity to Grand Rapids, visitors can enjoy the best of both worlds - the tranquility of Kentwood and the vibrant city life of Grand Rapids.

One of the must-visit attractions in Kentwood is the Millennium Park, a sprawling green space with a beach, splash pad, and miles of walking and biking trails. Visitors can spend a relaxing day picnicking by the lake or exploring the park's natural beauty. For those interested in history and culture, the Gerald R. Ford Museum in nearby Grand Rapids offers an insightful look into the life and presidency of the 38th President of the United States.

Kentwood also boasts a diverse culinary scene, with an array of restaurants offering everything from farm-to-table dining to international cuisines. Foodies will delight in the opportunity to sample delicious dishes and discover new flavors.

In addition to its natural beauty and culinary offerings, Kentwood is also home to a variety of shopping destinations, including local boutiques and major retailers. Visitors can indulge in a day of retail therapy, browsing unique shops and finding one-of-a-kind souvenirs to take home.

Alternative names: Population: 51.4 thous.Area: 20.95 mi²Coordinates: 42°54'35"N, 85°35'18"W

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Nearby attractions include: Woodland Mall, Fulton Street Farmers Market, Shops at CenterPoint, Fisk Lake.

0.5 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Woodland Mall, Grand Rapids
12 min walk • Woodland Mall is an enclosed super-regional shopping mall located in Kentwood, Michigan, a suburb of Grand Rapids. It comprises over 100 tenants in 1,158,942 square feet of retail space, with three anchor stores, along with Barnes & Noble, Forever 21, H&M, Pottery Barn, and The North Face as junior anchors.
4.5 miNW
Market, Shopping, Flea market
Fulton Street Farmers Market, Grand Rapids
115 min walk • Fulton Street Farmers Market is a farmers market in the Grand Rapids area.
0.6 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Shops at CenterPoint, Grand Rapids
17 min walk • Shops at CenterPoint is an open air strip mall located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. It opened in 1967 as Eastbrook Mall, a year before the larger Woodland Mall opened across the street.
3.6 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Fisk Lake, Grand Rapids
92 min walk • Fisk Lake is a freshwater lake in East Grand Rapids, Michigan. It was named for John Fisk. Now primarily valued for scenic purposes, it was originally used as a source of ice for Grand Rapids, Michigan and the Chicago meatpacking industries.
2.9 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Reeds Lake, Grand Rapids
75 min walk • Reeds Lake is a fresh-water lake in the city of East Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. Formerly the site of an early-20th-century amusement park and resort popular with residents of nearby Grand Rapids, it is adjacent to the suburb's modern-day city center, and serves as a symbol for the community.
4.4 miNW
Italianate architecture, Neoclassical architecture
Paddock Place, Grand Rapids
113 min walk • Paddock Place, also known as the Augustus Paddock House is located at 1033 Lake Drive SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It was built as a single-family home and later converted into a banquet and event facility. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
1.6 miN
Nature and wildlife, Park, Universities and schools
Calvin University, Grand Rapids
41 min walk • Calvin University, formerly Calvin College, is a private evangelical university in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 1876, Calvin University is an educational institution of the Christian Reformed Church and stands in the Calvinist tradition.
4 miNW
Universities and schools
Aquinas College, Grand Rapids
102 min walk • Aquinas College is a private Catholic liberal arts college in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
2.8 miNW
Area
East Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids
72 min walk • East Grand Rapids is a city in Kent County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2010 census, the population was 10,694. The city is part of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area and is surrounded by Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Township, but the city is administered autonomously.
4.1 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Rock club
Wealthy Theatre, Grand Rapids
105 min walk • Wealthy Theatre is a historic movie theatre and performance center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is currently operated by the Grand Rapids Community Media Center, a non-profit corporation.
4.4 miN
Church
Wealthy Park Baptist Church, Grand Rapids
114 min walk • Wealthy Park Baptist Church was an American church, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, established in 1886. It had previously been a Sunday school mission of Fountain Street Baptist Church started in 1875.