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Things to see in Ann Arbor, Michigan (United States): 20 places and when to go
Ann Arbor, Michigan is a city in United States with around 266,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (9), Museums and art (4), History (2). The best known are Detroit Observatory, University of Michigan Museum of Art and Kelsey Museum of Archaeology. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 05 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 55. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 42.3004, -83.72
- Population
- About 266,000
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (9) · Museums and art (4) · History (2) · Stargazing (2) · Wildlife (2) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 347 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ann Arbor, Michigan
The places in and around Ann Arbor, Michigan, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Detroit ObservatoryAstronomical observatory in Ann Arbor, United States of America2.3 km
- University of Michigan Museum of ArtArt museum in Ann Arbor, Michigan3.2 km
- Kelsey Museum of ArchaeologyArchaeology museum in Newberry Hall3.2 km
- Portage Lake ObservatoryObservatory20 km
- Ypsilanti Water TowerHistoric water tower in Ypsilanti, Michigan9.9 km
- Ann Arbor Hands-On MuseumMuseum in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA3.0 km
- Matthaei Botanical GardensBotanical garden4.8 km
- Michigan Firehouse MuseumMuseum in Ypsilanti, Michigan11 km
- Saline First Presbyterian ChurchChurch building in Michigan, United States of America16 km
- German ParkPark in Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States of America7.3 km
- Corner BreweryBrewery11 km
- Dexter Winter Farmers MarketFarmers' market in Dexter, Michigan, USA14 km
- Erratic Brewing CompanyBrewery15 km
- Hearsay BreweryBrewery5.7 km
- Old GermanBrewery3.3 km
- Salt Springs BreweryBrewery16 km
- The Petting Farm at Domino's FarmsWith kids · Wildlife4.1 km
- Unity VibrationBrewery12 km
- Water Tower Distilling Co.Distillery11 km
- Witch's Hat Brewing CoBrewery18 km
When to go to Ann Arbor, Michigan
The best time to visit Ann Arbor, Michigan is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:14
- FebPossible10:21
- MarBest time11:39
- AprBest time13:09
- MayBest time14:24
- JunBest time15:05
- JulBest time14:48
- AugBest time13:43
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:49
- NovPossible9:33
- DecPossible8:55
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 05 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 55. In April, 19 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ann Arbor, Michigan
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 347 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Northville6 places25 km
- Ridgefield5 places36 km
- Detroit40 places53 km
- Pontiac, Michigan8 places53 km
- Toledo, Ohio18 places71 km
- Lansing, Michigan12 places83 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ann Arbor, Michigan?
The best known: Detroit Observatory, University of Michigan Museum of Art, Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, Portage Lake Observatory, Ypsilanti Water Tower. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ann Arbor, Michigan?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 05 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 55.
How do you get to Ann Arbor, Michigan?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 347 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ann Arbor, Michigan as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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