Your morning begins at one of Grand Rapids' favorite local cafés, where you'll enjoy a freshly brewed coffee or tea paired with a delicious locally made pastry. It's the perfect opportunity to meet your fellow art lovers before setting off to explore downtown.

Explore the open-air artwork surrounding McKay Tower, where ArtPrize extends beyond traditional galleries and into the streets of downtown Grand Rapids. As you stroll through this vibrant section of Monroe Center, you'll encounter a variety of outdoor installations, sculptures, murals, and public art while your guide shares stories about the artists, the ArtPrize event, and the city's thriving creative community.

Explore the Amway Grand Plaza, one of ArtPrize's most visited venues. Admire artwork throughout this iconic hotel while experiencing its historic lobby, an architectural masterpiece that's a work of art in its own right year-round.

Explore DeVos Place, one of ArtPrize's largest indoor venues, featuring more than 50 works of art during the 2026 competition. As you stroll through the spacious galleries and public areas, you'll experience a diverse collection of sculptures, paintings, photography, mixed media, digital works, and interactive installations while your guide shares highlights about the venue and select artists on display.

Your guided tour concludes at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, one of ArtPrize's premier and most award-winning venues. Featuring more than 30 artists and a diverse collection of sculptures, paintings, photography, and interactive works, it's the perfect place to continue exploring at your own pace. Before saying goodbye, your guide will treat you to a sweet snack to refuel, point out highlights outside the museum, and make sure you know the short walk back to your starting location whenever you're ready.