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1. University of Michigan Museum of Art ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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2. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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3. Michigan Stadium

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4. University of Michigan Museum of Natural History

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5. Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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6. Kerrytown

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7. Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor

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8. Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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9. University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance

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10. Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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11. Yost Ice Arena

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12. Leslie Science & Nature Center

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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13. State Street, Ann Arbor

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14. Power Center for the Performing Arts

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15. HopCat

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16. The Creature Conservancy

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17. Zingerman’s Roadhouse, Ann Arbor

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18. The Petting Farm, Ann Arbor

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19. Zingerman's Bakehouse Classes

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20. Stonebridge Golf Club

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21. Hudson Mills Metropark

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22. Buhr Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Ann Arbo , is a great weekend destination, home to excellent museums, beautiful parks, sports events and a vibrant performing arts scene. The city is well known for its beautiful downtown which offers an array of restaurants, shops and cafés. Best things to do in Ann Arbor with kids include the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History and Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum.

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