Parking in the immediate area is operated by the City of Grand Rapids. Visitors will find metered street parking around The B.O.B., along with several nearby city-owned ramps and surface lots, including the Ottawa Fulton Ramp and the open parking lot at 51 Market Street. To explore parking and transportation options that fit your plans and budget, check out the Downtown Visitor Mobility & Parking Guide. Accessible parking is offered in all city-owned ramps and surface lots. The B.O.B. sits across the street from the Courtyard by Marriot which can be accessed via the Grand Rapids Skywalk which connects multiple locations throughout downtown Grand Rapids including The Amway Grand Hotel, DeVos Performance Center and Van Andel Area. Additionally The B.O.B. is situated in close proximity to several major entertainment venues including nextdoor to GLC Live at 20 Monroe, acrossed the street from the Van Andel Arena and a mere .3 miles from the new Acrisure Amphitheater! For real-time traffic conditions, visit MDOT’s Mi Drive Interactive Map.

The B.O.B. (an acronym for Big Old Building) is located in downtown Grand Rapids. The 70,000-square-foot, four-story, red brick building was constructed in 1903 as Judson's grocery warehouse. It stood vacant for decades before The Gilmore Collection began its transformation, saving it from demolition. Its casual appeal, large size and historic charm have given The B.O.B. destination status in downtown Grand Rapids. Ambitious, expansive, and versatile, The B.O.B. is a big old building of fun, offering a multitude of choices for each guest who walks through the door.