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.
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.
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.
Hill Auditorium
Enjoy classical music, a rock concert or performing arts event in this impressive century-old venue on the University of Michigan campus.
Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals
Exhibit A2
Ideally located for enjoying downtown Ann Arbor. Property manager was responsive and helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Residence Inn Ann Arbor Downtown
Staff was great . Helpful and friendly .
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Ann Arbor
Quirky hotel (in a good way) within walking distance to restaurants and campus. Only issue we had was the air-conditioning was already turned off for the season and our room was hot.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Ann Arbor Regent Hotel & Suites
All good.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Ann Arbor
The room was perfect pillows super soft and comfortable very clean and the pool and hottub was great
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Ann Arbor Univ Michigan Area by IHG
Good! Enjoyed staying for three nights.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
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.
