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.
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.
Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals
Residence Inn Ann Arbor Downtown
The staff was very welcoming and the rooms were clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Weber's Hotel & Restaurant
All of the above, and excellent food!
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Ann Arbor
Lovely decor, great location, friendly staff. Very charming
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Saint John's Resort
I had an amazing stay here! I didn’t have much time to fully explore but everyone was super nice and food was great! Loved the style and aesthetic and the rooms were comfortable. My only complaint is my room could have been cleaner there was a stain in my bedding and things missing like coffee and ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Detroit Canton
Decently clean stay. Comfortable bed. Nothing fancy but good! Disappointing breakfast but IKEA cafeteria is right around the corner
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Brighton
Good stay. Breakfast was okay. Parking good. Clean room.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 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 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.
Central Campus Medical
While visiting Central Campus Medical, you might make a stop by sights like Exhibit Museum of Natural History at the University Of Michigan and Hill Auditorium.
