Just outside the door of Pleasant Cottage you'll find Rutherford Pool - open to the public during the warmer months with day passes available. Head to Depot Town to access the Border-to-Border Trail, or visit Schultz Outfitters and get ready to fish. If you're in the mood to splash, check out Ypsilanti's own Rolling Hills Water Park.

 

Visit the Argo or Gallup canoe liveries in Ann Arbor and take a trip down the Huron River, or take a tube ride down the Argo Cascades. Take a day trip to Mt. Brighton in the winter for skiing, snowboarding, and more.

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In Ypsilanti, grab a beer at Arbor Brewing Company's Corner Brewery. Looking for a cocktail? Head to Ypsilanti Cocktail Club or Mash whiskey bar. If you didn't already visit Bellflower for the stellar food, stop in for the wine and cocktails.

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Visit HOMES Brewery in Ann Arbor for craft beer - and Korean food - or Bill's Beer Garden in the warmer months. Enjoy a speakeasy style cocktail - and some beignets at The Last Word, if you can find the door.

If you're in town for sports, chances are you already know about the University of Michigan - there's football and basketball of course, but don't sleep on the hockey, softball, lacrosse, and more!

 

Eastern Michigan University also has a full complement of sports, be sure to check it out.

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For something a little more unique, attend an Ann Arbor Derby Dimes roller derby bout.

Kids and adults alike will love a trip to The Rocket and Unicorn Feed and Supply - two colorful and quirky local shops in Downtown Ypsilanti. Grab a scoop at Go! Ice Cream and head to the playground at Riverside Park.

If you fancy a challenge, head to Decode Ypsilanti - the #2 Escape room in the USA.

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In Ann Arbor, visit the animals at Domino Farms Petting Farm, the Creature Conservancy, or the Leslie Science and Nature Center. Learn and have fun at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, and get your energy out at County Farm Park.

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Downtown and Depot Town in Ypsilanti are full of antique shops - our favorites are Salt City Antiques and A2 Vintage - and local shops and boutiques. Browse through both areas and see what catches your eye!

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In Ann Arbor, head to Kerrytown Market and Shops or stroll down Main Street and you'll find just what you need - don't miss the stellar comic and games shop Vault of Midnight, and magical local bookstore, Literati.

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Nearby Detroit is one of the few cities with a professional NHL, NBA, NFL, and MLB team - the Red Wings, the Pistons, the Lions, and the Tigers, respectively - take a quick trip and cheer on your favorite team at a big game!

 

Soccer fans will delight in the AFC Ann Arbor and Detroit City FC.

In Ypsi, our favorites are Latin American Cuban Cuisine - the name says it all, Casablanca for Moroccan fare, or Thompson & Co. for casual fare. For authentic Chinese, choose YP Sichuan, or warm up at Lan City Handpulled Noodles. For a fine dining experience, Bellflower is an absolute can't miss. Finish up with a late night sweet from Cravings Dessert Lounge.

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In Ann Arbor, head to Spencer or York for artisan food and wine, or Frita Batidos for a Cuban burger and milkshake. Zingerman's Deli is a must for any foodie, and Slurping Turtle has a great bowl of ramen. If you crave wood-fired pizza, head to Bigalora.

Within a short walk or drive you'll find everything you need at the Ypsi Food Co-Op and Dos Hermanos Market. Check seasonal listings and you may just catch the Ypsilanti Farmers Market.

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In Ann Arbor, head to Argus Farm Stop for local produce and groceries, or to Sparrow Market in Kerrytown on Farmers Market days - or any day- there is a grocery store and meat counter, and inside is also local favorite, Monahan's Seafood Market.

The University of Michigan offers many free museums - our favorites are the art museum, UMMA, and the museum of natural history, UMMNH.

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In Ypsilanti, you'll find the standout Yankee Air Museum, as well as the Michigan Firehouse Museum among other local gems.

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History buffs will love a day trip to Detroit for the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village.