Attractions and Places To See around Beechwood - Top 20

Many charming spots to visit in downtown Holland.

The Holland Historic District, located between Washington Boulevard and Pine Avenue, gained its spot on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, with the remaining portion added in 1990. Founded in 1847 by Dutch immigrants under the leadership of Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, this town endured a devastating forest fire in 1871 that nearly destroyed the city. Presently, downtown Holland has charming cobblestone sidewalks with over 100 locally owned shops, galleries, eateries, and brew pubs. If you ride by there on a Thursday evening during the summer, the downtown area hosts street performers from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

This park is one of the most popular in the area, offering captivating views of the beach and both Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan. With two campgrounds, playgrounds, fishing opportunities, and miles of trails, it caters to a wide range of outdoor activities.

Ottawa Beach is a white sand beach inside of the Ottawa Beach Historic District. The beach runs along Lake Macatawa (also known as Macatawa Bay) and along Lake Michigan for a short length.

The Holland Historic District is located west and south of Holland's primary business district and the adjacent Hope College. It is a primarily residential district, with a smattering of commercial, educational, municipal and religious structures.[3] The district contains a total of 194 buildings, of which 158 are considered as contributing to the historic nature of the district. Most of these are single-family residential houses. The houses in the district are significant as good representations of architectural styles characteristic of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, in particular the range of fine Queen Anne structures. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holland_Historic_District_(Holland,_Michigan)

The boardwalk and stair system, located in Holland State Park, helps you climb 157-foot high Mt. Pisgah Dune. From the boardwalk and multiple viewing platforms, you get views of Lake Macatawa, Lake Michigan and Big Red Lighthouse.

Ottawa Beach is one of the most popular beaches near Holland. With great views over Lake Michigan; it's a great place to watch the sunset over the water. There's a handy general store right by the beach too.

Great spot to freshen up (clean restrooms) and fill up on your hydration. While there relax on the grass. In 1902 Teunis TenHouten, a Dutch Immigrant, donated a rustic 20 foot fountain of rock, which was placed at this facility. The fountain was designed and built by Johannes Van Lente. Underground restrooms were added in 1904. In 1907 the bandstand was built on top of the restrooms. 1988 Mayor Philip Tanis directed a Buy-a-Brick campaign that paved the walks in this park. In 1991 the Holland Area Home Builders Association contributed a gazebo. Also, in 1991 the City of Holland installed Victorian lighting throughout the park to continue with the Victorian park theme of this facility. History Centennial Park was originally set aside as the village market area, but was redeveloped and dedicated to park use in 1876. This 5.6 acre park is located between 10th and 12th Streets and River and Central Avenues.