Old West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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
The staff was very welcoming and the rooms were clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Ann Arbor City Club Apartments
Spacious, comfortable apartments. This is my favorite place to stay on trips to Ann Arbor.
Reviewed on 16 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
Wingate by Wyndham Brighton
Good stay. Breakfast was okay. Parking good. Clean room.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
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.
