Visit Old West Side
Popular places to visit
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.
Hill Auditorium
Enjoy classical music, a rock concert or performing arts event in this impressive century-old venue on the University of Michigan campus.
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.
Ann Arbor Art Center
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ann Arbor Art Center during your travels in Ann Arbor.
Our pick of the best Old West Side Hotel Deals
Residence Inn Ann Arbor Downtown
This is a well-situated hotel within easy walking of downtown shops and restaurants. What really stood out for us was the breakfast staff. Every morning they were so kind, cheery, and full of good bits of sports lore. This hotel’s staff were so helpful from the valets to the front desk, but what ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Ann Arbor
Clean and excellent stay! The place was great, and everyone was great and helpful!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Weber's Hotel & Restaurant
the room was great. it had been redone since I had stayed there many years ago.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Wyndham Garden Ann Arbor
The room is clean and comfortable. The front desk staff is very friendly.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Saint John's Resort
The room I was first offered was without window. When I complained I was offered a better room with window. The room was clean but the coffee machine and the hair dryer did not work and there was no electric kettle. The staff was courteous but not always competent. When I asked for hot water to make ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Ann Arbor-South
Room needs more cleaning, ventilation looks like it needs a good cleaning. Is dirty with cow webs in the ventilation bents. Also the toilet bowl is yellow due to lack of cleaning. Ceiling needs a fresh paint, it got some dark spots on it.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old West Side
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.
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Ann Arbor Hands On Museum and Kempf House Museum are top sights worth seeing.
South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Yost Ice Arena and Michigan Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Eberwhite Woods
Eberwhite Woods might not have many top sights, but Michigan Stadium and Crisler Arena are two attractions nearby that you can 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.
