Attractions

The Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti area has earned the distinction"The Sizzle in Southeastern Michigan" . Here are just a few of the fun attractions you might want to schedule your visit around. 

Note: Additional attractions can be found under the Arts and Museums sections.

Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor, (734) 995-5439
www.aahom.org
Ignite your imagination! Explore nine unique galleries containing more than 250 interactive exhibits. Learning made fun for all ages in an informal environment where hands-on experience is the best teacher.

Charles Baird Carillon

881 N. University Ave. (Burton Memorial Tower), Ann Arbor, (734) 764-1817
www.music.umich.edu/resources/facilities/carillon/
The carillon, third heaviest in the world, contains 55 bells, weighing from 21 pounds to 12 tons. Performances when school is in session.

Chelsea Milling Company

201 W. North, Chelsea, (734) 475-1361
www.jiffymix.com
Home to the world famous Jiffy Mix line of baking products. Take a tour that includes a slide show, walk through our packaging plant and product testing. Reservations required.

Chelsea Teddy Bear Factory Store

400 N. Main St, Chelsea, (734) 433-5499
www.chelseateddybear.com
New 35,000 square foot factory tour. See the world's largest teddy bear flag and the world's largest real teddy bear. Learn how teddy bears are made and the history of the teddy bear. Antique bears. Factory outlet store.

Chelsea TreeHouse

320 North Main Street, Chelsea, 734-475-1555
thechelseatreehouse.com
Indoor play area with full coffee bar & cafe. Homemade healthy choices.

Domino's Petting Farm

24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 998-0182
www.pettingfarm.com
Conveniently located in Ann Arbor, Domino's Petting Farm gives children and adults a chance to interact with farm animals. Hayrides, group rates, and Birthday packages available. Pony rides on weekends.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library

1000 Beal Ave., Ann Arbor, (734) 205-0555
www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov
Ford's presidential materials are here. See special exhibits, schedule a group tour, hear guest speakers, or conduct research. Free on-site parking for visitors.

Hill Auditorium

825 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor, (734) 764-8350
www.umich.edu/~muto/email.html
Designed by architect Albert Kahn, this internationally acclaimed auditorium has been an architectural and cultural fixture in Ann Arbor for over a quarter of a century. Hosts the finest in world renowned classical and contemporary music.

Michigan Stadium - "The Big House"

1201 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, (734) 647-2583
www.mgoblue.com
View the nation's largest college-owned stadium; capacity 107,501. Enter at Gate 9.

Michigan Theater

603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor, (734) 668-TIME
www.michtheater.org
The Theatre continues to be an essential part of Ann Arbor's cultural fabric - presenting specialty films, serving as home to the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, and offering the "Not Just for Kids" series of live on-stage programs for children.

Milan Dragway

10860 Plank Rd., Milan, (734) 439-7368
www.milandragway.com
An IHRA sanctioned race track with racing every Weds, Fri, Sat & Sun. Feature events through out the season. (April - Early November). Call for complete schedule.

Motawi Tileworks

170 Enterprise Dr, Ann Arbor, (734) 213-0017
www.motawi.com
This locally owned, nationally known art studio creates unique handmade tile reflecting the classic style and craftsmanship of America's historic Arts & Crafts potteries. Free tours offered, reservations required.

Planet Rock

82 Aprill Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 827-2680
www.planet-rock.com
A full day of adventure for the whole family! One of the biggest indoor climbing gyms is North America. A professionally trained and experienced staff combined with five story tall walls make climbing at Planet Rick an experince you won't forget.

Rolling Hills Water Park

7660 Stony Creek Road , Ypsilanti, (734) 848-9676
parks.ewashtenaw.org
Cool off at the only water park in Washtenaw County! Open Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day, the park reatures water slides, zero-depth wave pool and leisure pool, lazy river ride, spray playground, tot water play, tot sand play and sun deck. Concession features grilled foods, healthy choices and fruit smoothies. Located in Rolling Hills country Park, park entry fee, Water Park fee.

Spring Valley Trout Farm

12190 Island Lake Rd., Dexter, (734) 426-4772
www.springvalleytroutfarm.com
Catch your own fish from the spring-fed, pollution-free ponds that are stocked weekly with fish grown right on the farm. A children's trout pond is reserved for little anglers under 10. Environment is so perfect in the ponds that a catch is guaranteed on every outing!

The Wave Field

Hayward Ave, Ann Arbor,
Designed by artist Maya Lin (Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall), this outdoor waves of earth sculpture is a relaxing place located behind the Francois-Xavier Bagnould Building located on the U of M North Campus.

Underground Railroad Tours (African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County)

(734)994-6513/996-0603
www.anotherannarbor.org
Take the Journey to Freedom Tour that visits area historical stops on the Underground Railroad, including the site where one of Michigan's first abolitionist newspapers were printed.

University of Michigan Detroit Observatory

1398 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor, (734) 763-2230
www.bentley.umich.edu
Detroit Observatory retains its original 19th century telescopes, and houses collections and exhibits that highlight the history of this restored Victorian observatory and 19th century life on the campus. Now administered by UM Bentlry Historical Library. (734) 764-3482 Aside from the twice monthly weekend open houses, the observatory is not staffed or open. Weekdays is better to call the Bentley directly.

University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens

1800 N. Dixboro Rd., Ann Arbor, (734) 647-7600
sitemaker.umich.edu/mbgna
The Botanical Gardens offers a beautiful indoor conservatory, trails, extensive formal gardens and gift shop.

University of Michigan Museum of Art Off/Site

1301 South University , Ann Arbor, (734) 763-UMMA
www.umma.umich.edu
UMMA Off/Site is a temporary gallery space open during the historic expansion and restoration of the University of Michigan Museum of Art devoted to photography, film and video.

University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum

Washington Hgts. @ Nichols Dr., Ann Arbor, (734) 647-7600
http://sitemaker.umich.edu/mbgna
The Arb, near U-M hospital and downtown, offers trails, riverfront, and peony and lilac gardens.

Urban Fairy Doors

Throughout Downtown Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, (734) 995-7281
www.urban-fairies.com
Catch these tiny doors on the front of select area businesses in downtown Ann Arbor. Consult Web site for locations.

Wiard's Orchard and Country Fairs

5565 Meritt Rd., Ypsilanti, (734) 482-7744
www.wiards.com
Offering company picnics in summer. Mid-Sept. through October features apples, pumpkins, country fair, cider mill, donut shop, pies, pony rides (weekends), giant inflates, and fun for all. October Fri-Sun evenings feature Night Terrors - Michigan's Chills & Thrills Park.

Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Collection & Miller Motors Hudson

100 E. Cross St., Ypsilanti, (734) 482-5200
www.ypsiautoheritage.org
Learn about the unusual role Ypsilanti and its pioneers played in the history of the American automobile. See vehicles of bygone eras, study signs and records of early area auto dealers and solve the mystery of the world's most notorious highway map.

Zingerman's Delicatessen

422 Detroit St., Ann Arbor, (734) 663-DELI (3354)
www.zingermans.com
Might be the best deli you’ve ever experienced. This "corner deli" has spent 20 years searching out a bounty of flavorful foods. Rated "extraordinary" by ZAGAT 2006: "a national treasure that locals laud as the best deli in America".