Downtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Kempf House Museum
A lovely home created more than 150 years ago now hosts art and cultural events within its preserved space in downtown Ann Arbor.
University of Michigan
Come to see the ivied halls, grassy quads, cultural performances and athletic events at this renowned university, one of the world’s most prestigious.
Michigan Stadium
Catch an event at Michigan Stadium during your trip to Ann Arbor. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
University of Michigan Museum of Art
Browse one of the nation’s greatest and oldest university art collections at this museum on the prestigious University of Michigan campus.
Exhibit Museum of Natural History at the University Of Michigan
Science and history are fun to explore at this family-friendly museum. Exhibits are geared to appeal to students, community members and visitors.
Hill Auditorium
Enjoy classical music, a rock concert or performing arts event in this impressive century-old venue on the University of Michigan campus.
Activities
Shaanxi Archaeological Museum English-speaking Guide Service
Private Dinner Cooking and Cocktails Class
Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals
Residence Inn Ann Arbor Downtown
The staff was delightful and the room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
AC Hotel Ann Arbor Downtown
Great hotel and the location is not far from campus and food. Ethiopian food right next door is excellent too. The bartenders there made it a blast. Chatted with us all evening and convinced us on some cool new drinks we hadn’t had. This will now be our preferred hotel when we visit.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Weber's Hotel & Restaurant
Everything was fantastic
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Ann Arbor
Awesome location, nice rooms, onsite restaurant and bar.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Ann Arbor Regent Hotel & Suites
We've been staying in the same hotel when we're in the area! Staff are friendly and the place is clean. We love the game room and the pool. Hot tub was big. The gym is well equipt. Breakfast is normal. Rooms are clean. The cookies at the front desk are a nice touch! Only 2 things to point out: They ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hyatt Place Ann Arbor
This Hyatt location is very nice and appealing. Our bed and room was clean. The only thing that was non cleaned was our shower. That was a bummer, so I cleaned it myself. It was overall clean, but there was hair on the walls Im guessing from the previous person. Breakfast was delicious and upscale ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Main Street
Main Street is well liked for its museums and art galleries. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Ann Arbor Hands On Museum and Hill Auditorium are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Kerrytown
Travellers enjoy Kerrytown for its museums and art galleries. Consider checking out Ann Arbor Hands On Museum while you're in the area.
North Central
When in North Central, you can plan a visit to Ann Arbor Hands On Museum and Hill Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Old Fourth Ward
If you're spending some time in Old Fourth Ward, Huron River and Power Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.
Old West Side
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Old West Side and surrounding area, you can visit Ann Arbor Hands On Museum and University of Michigan Museum of Art.
South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Yost Ice Arena and Michigan Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
