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

Category: Museums & Culture
University of Michigan Museum of Art
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2. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
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3. Michigan Stadium

Michigan Stadium
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4. University of Michigan Museum of Natural History

Category: Museums & Culture
University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
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5. Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum

Category: Activities
Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum
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6. Kerrytown

Kerrytown
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7. Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor

Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor
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8. Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library

Category: Kids & Family
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
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9. University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance

Category: Entertainment
University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance
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10. Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

Category: Museums & Culture
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
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11. Yost Ice Arena

Yost Ice Arena
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12. Leslie Science & Nature Center

Category: Kids & Family
Leslie Science & Nature Center
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13. State Street, Ann Arbor

State Street, Ann Arbor
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14. Power Center for the Performing Arts

Category: Attractions
Power Center for the Performing Arts
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15. HopCat

16. The Creature Conservancy

The Creature Conservancy
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17. Zingerman’s Roadhouse, Ann Arbor

Zingerman’s Roadhouse, Ann Arbor
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18. The Petting Farm, Ann Arbor

Category: Activities
The Petting Farm, Ann Arbor
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19. Zingerman's Bakehouse Classes

Zingerman's Bakehouse Classes
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20. Stonebridge Golf Club

Stonebridge Golf Club
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21. Hudson Mills Metropark

Hudson Mills Metropark
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22. Buhr Park

Category: Activities
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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