City Guide | Ann Arbor, MI
Are you heading to the University of Michigan this fall? Here's a list of my favorite places to explore in Ann Arbor and the surrounding areas for your time in Southeast Michigan!
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Places to Eat
A local favorite for paella and tapas dishes! The food is high-quality and the atmosphere is perfect for date night.
An upscale, yet casual, dining experience in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor!
Located on the outskirts of Northern Ann Arbor, the Dixboro Project is a gorgeous, upscale restaurant specializing in wood fired pizzas and seafood dishes. Also makes for a great event space.
Cuban-inspired fast-casual burgers and smoothies. It gets really popular when students are back and during lunch/dinner hours!
A well designed brewery with a great selection of sours, wheat ales, and IPAs that offers Korean-inspired cuisine. There's also great outdoor seating and it's dog-friendly!
What to Do
The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is perfect for families with children looking for an interactive experience with science and technology! Fun for everyone!
Argo Park is popular for locals to kayak or float down the river until they reach Gallup Park! The parking isn't great, but the park is wonderful.
Axe throwing located in downtown Ann Arbor! A fun activity for a range of ages.
Pedal-powered party bikes for rent in downtown Ann Arbor. A fun activity for exploring the town.
There's a few really fun escape rooms sprinkled throughout Ann Arbor. My friends and I have done Decode Ann Arbor and had a great experience! Perfect for a rainy day.
Where to Shop
Busch's is a cute grocery store local to Ann Arbor. It's a little pricey, but you'll find fresh dishes and local produce.
The Briarwood Mall is the best shopping plaza in Ann Arbor. It has plenty of high-demand stores like Apple, J. Crew, Victoria's Secret, and more!
A local, trendy clothing boutique located in downtown Ann Arbor!
Michigan Apparel
Love this Ann Arbor staple crewneck!
A timeless University of Michigan sweatshirt, perfect for game day!
Love this subtle nod to Ann Arbor :)
A simple, classic “hail” tee for the University of Michigan.
The best, simple Michigan hat - perfect for game day!