Location: Ann Arbor
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What to do and see in Ann Arbor, Michigan (MI): The Best Nature & Parks
Backpack-strapped students permeate the streets of Ann Arbor, home to The University Of Michigan. But there's more to the city than academia. A popular destination for families, Ann Arbor boasts child-friendly museums with exciting hands-on exhibits and art museums with prestigious collections. Couples and single travelers enjoy the eclectic shops, ethnic restaurants and hip night clubs, while book lovers are wowed by the more than 30 independent bookstores. From mysteries and crime to holistic healing and yoga, each store has a unique personality and area of expertise. Most of the major attractions are located in the same area, making it easy to hop from one to the next and enjoy all this vibrant city has to offer.
Restaurants in Ann Arbor
1. The Creature Conservancy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
This is a wonderful up-close and personal wild animal conservancy with over 80 species of mostly exotic animals, many of whom are rescued former pets. Open to the public weekend afternoons 1-2:30pm and 3-4:30pm with featured presentations at 1:30 and 3. Tickets must be purchased in advance from the website in order to limit audience size due to COVID-19 concerns - $8 kids (age 2-12), $10 adults (age 13+), infants under 2 are free. Weekdays times are available by appointment for private tours, private group events, school field trips, summer camps. Birthday parties and other private events can be arranged for weekends or weekdays. Most of the animal display enclosures are under cover so this is a great afternoon event for both hot and cold weather! Handicap and stroller accessible. Free parking in main, paved parking lot.
Reviewed By sarahlK6095WX - Naples, United States
This a great opportunity to see and learn about some exotic animals while supporting a conservancy that works hard to educate the public on the perils of exotic pet ownership. The majority of the animals are surrendered and rescued former pets that do not qualify for release back into the wild. Walking though the tour with Alexander you can get a feel for how well cared for and loved these animals are. A great local experience. The private tour (great during these strange Covid times) can be booked for fair price and lasts about 90 minutes.
2. Bandemer Park
3. Buhr Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
4. Delhi Metropark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
5. Hudson Mills Metropark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
1,549-acre Park Has An 18-hole Golf Course.
Reviewed By kathyD2274 - Ann Arbor, United States
Or run or bike or roller blade. The loop is 3 miles and there are interior paths to go off on. They have cross country skiing trails also in the winter.
6. Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 393 reviews
A 300-acre garden with a variety of outdoor displays and nature trails for exploring.
Reviewed By virginiam990 - Ann Arbor, United States
There is much to see both inside and outside. A maze, play area. Inside wonderful plants and cute gift shop. Pillar area for wedding. Really beautiful watch for special events.
7. Furstenberg Nature Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
8. Veterans Memorial Park Pool and Ice Arena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
9. Gallup Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By dobostorte6 - Chicago, United States
I love Gallup Park. I've been here many times. I've gone canoeing several times (which is always great fun), I've picnicked here, and I love walking on the paths and trails. It's very peaceful. I've seen turtles and blue herons (and also tons of Canadian geese... could do without so many of those, though). Overall, Gallup Park is a great green space in Ann Arbor. Also, my husband worked there at the canoe livery when he was in high school :) Go here to enjoy the scenery and the greenery.
10. Mary Beth Doyle Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
