Grand Rapids travel guide
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You're Going to Love Grand Rapids
With a population of 10,869, Grand Rapids is a must-see destination in Minnesota, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Grand Rapids to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Grand Rapids
When to visit Grand Rapids
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Grand Rapids in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °F, with an average temperature of 8.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Grand Rapids, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.
How to Get to Grand Rapids
Plane
Although Grand Rapids doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bemidji Beltrami County (BJI), which is located 68 miles from Grand Rapids. Bemidji Beltrami County is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Grand Rapids departs from Asheville and takes around 23h 40m.
Car
Another option to get to Grand Rapids is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 156 miles from Grand Rapids. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Ace, among others, in Minneapolis.
Airlines serving Grand Rapids
Where to stay in Grand Rapids
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids, MN and Hotel Rapids.