10/12/2026
Thereās something wonderful about staying in a small lakeshore town and taking a day trip to explore somewhere new. You get the best of both worlds: a change of scenery during the day and a relaxing place to return to in the evening.
Thatās exactly why Saugatuck makes such a nice home base for a visit to Grand Rapids. You can spend a day exploring the incredible Chihuly exhibit at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, then return to Saugatuck for a leisurely dinner, a stroll through town, or simply a quiet evening near Lake Michigan.
And honestly, that sounds like a pretty lovely way to spend a couple of days in West Michigan.