Although it is a small city, Ann Arbor has a lot of things you can do at your leisure. I am going to focus primarily on the outdoor activities one can do at Ann Arbor. The first thing one should do in Ann Arbor is to explore our own campus. The University of Michigan has a beautiful campus spread out along Ann Arbor with its many buildings, yards, and statues, which is a world on its own and deserves to be explored. The most iconic landmarks are the Michigan stadium and the law quadrangle. The law quadrangle is a part of Michigan law school and also houses its iconic library. It is located in the heart of the central campus. Its Gothic architecture rivals Ivy League schools and gives you a sense of going back in time. So, it's a place not to miss.
The Nichols Arboretum is another extremely popular Ann Arbor attraction that you can explore. It is located right by the Medical Center and the Huron River runs right through it. It has gardens and hiking trails and is an extremely peaceful oasis really close to the city. You can also indulge in activities like kayaking in the Huron River.
The next one is Matthaei botanical gardens. It is a 300-acre property located in North East Ann Arbor. here you can find a conservatory, display gardens like bonsai garden, lakes garden and others and of course many hiking trails and natural beauty. It is often called “the best kept secret in Ann Arbor “and I highly recommend you explore it.
In the heart of the city, is Main Street, one of the most fun streets in Ann Arbor. It has great restaurants and stores and is always bustling with life. You will enjoy its cosmopolitan culture, great food, and the M Den, which is a store where you can buy university merchandise. To explore Main Street is an adventure on its own!
There are so many more things that can be done which I leave you to explore on your own. But don't forget that Ann Arbor is a short drive away from many cities like Detroit, Dearborn, Toledo etc. that you can plan day trips around and explore further. Feel free to explore the Zipline just outside of town, or the world’s largest Christmas store at Frankenmuth. And when you seek a thrill out of the boredom of university, a thrilling adventure awaits at Cedar Point, amazing amusement park. Explore world cuisine like Turkish tea, Mediterranean food, and make memories with your friends at Dearborn. Ann Arbor is truly a remarkable city with so many things to do and I am sure you will have a wonderful time here.
Written by Diksha Agrawal
Summer Orientation Peer Advisor
Graduate Student
Nepal
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