Things To Do
Ann Arbor Restaurants
Max and Celina’s strongest bond: Ann Arbor restaurants! Check out some of our favorites: Casual: the famous Zingerman’s deli, Detroit Filling Station, Frita Batidos (an Ann Arbor initiation classic), Jolly Pumpkin (micro brewery, great food! Don’t forget the truffle fries), Cafe Zola (our faves: octopus and antipasto) Unique and Ethnic: Slurping Turtle is a must (we’ve gone almost every monday for 5 years!), Aventura (Spanish tapas), Chapala (great Mexican), Cafe Amadeus (eclectic European), TAQ (funky quaint place for great tacos) A Swankier Vibe: the Dixboro Project (the site of our engagement celebration), The Earle, West End Grille, Spencer, Pacific Rim. With over 300 restaurants in town, we have sampled over 200! Reach out anytime for recommendations.. we could speak on this topic for ages
Main Street Ann Arbor
Our historic downtown is full of funky shops and amazing eateries! Consider spending some time strolling through the state street and liberty area (don’t miss Nichols Arcade!). Find Literati book store, grab coffee at Hyperion or Comet coffee. Stop into our #1 restaurant Slurping Turtle for top notch sushi and ramen, grab tacos from TAQ and ice cream at Kilwins. Stop into some shops along the way. Find yourself in and out of the shops of Main Street. Find Rock Paper Scissors, Shinola, Cherry Republic for some Michigan favorite snacks, the magical Crazy Wisdom book store and more! Night Life: check out our speakeasy The Last Word, Babs Underground, 8Ball for a divey pool bar experience, Mash whiskey bar, Night Cap and Blue Llama jazz club.
Kerrytown Market & Shops
Explore the artsy side of downtown Ann Arbor! Walk around the market shops, grab some tea at tea haus, a sandwich from the famous Zingermans deli, and don’t forget the Bride’s favorite shop - Catching Fireflies!
Nichols Arboretum
A beautiful nature preserve downtown Ann Arbor. Check out the peony garden, be sure to walk down to the river and enjoy the beauty of our city!
Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Beautiful botanical gardens just outside the city limits
Law Quadrangle
Check out the stunning, historical, University of Michigan campus! Alma Mater of both the bride and groom. Be sure not to miss the Law Quadrangle, head over to the Diag, and walk towards the corner of State and Liberty. A perfect way to begin your downtown Ann Arbor adventures!
Nickels Arcade
Not an arcade! A historical walkway between campus and downtown Ann Arbor full of cute shops. Stop into Elmo’s, grab a top notch caffeinated beverage at Comet Coffee and a tasty treat at BonBonBon!
Argo Park Canoe & Kayak
Feeling adventurous? Head over to Argo Park for a variety of outdoor activities including a lovely hike, kayak trip, paddle boarding, and more. Reach out to the bride if you are interested - she will give you all the tips and tricks!
Gallup Park
Feeling outdoorsy? Head over to Gallup Park - the southern landing point of the Argo canoe/ kayak trips. Enjoy Stillwater paddle boarding/ kayaking. Take a long walk through the trails and down the river. Reach out to the bride if interested - she will give you all the tips and tricks to make the most of this trip! Have children with you? Gallup has the coolest playground in town!!