In Ann Arbor, getting around town is a breeze. When you’re here on business, you’ll never be confined to your hotel room, because this is one of America’s most walkable cities – where everything is easily accessible and interconnected.
So, get out there, stretch your legs and see and experience everything Ann Arbor has to offer.
Arriving in Ann Arbor
When you touchdown at the airport, you’ll be pleased to know that you’re less than a half-hour car or shuttle ride to downtown Ann Arbor. Get in and out with ease – no extra planning required.
Settle In and Set Out
Once you’ve arrived at your modern hotel equipped with state-of-the-art meeting spaces, you can step out and explore 67 walkable blocks across four distinct districts (Kerrytown, Main Street, South University and State Street. Each district is filled with its own unique shops, art venues and renowned restaurants to fill every niche and satisfy every taste.
We also encourage seeing the city on a scooter or bike. Ann Arbor was named one of the most bicycle-friendly places in the United States and provides cyclist-safe lanes for riders. There are plenty of wide-open greenspaces that invite you to switch gears, clear your head and soak in all the sights during your downtime.
You can also get around easily by car. The city has parking structures equipped with EV charging stations, and there is plenty of street and neighborhood parking within walking distance of the city’s major attractions.
Great Minds Meet and Eat Here
Following your meeting or event, you’ll want to get a bite to eat. Of course, you won’t have to travel far to get your fill. The city is home to a global dining scene (named one of the top dining destinations in the Midwest) and features some world-class comfort foods and traditional American dishes that have been serving locals, students and travelers for generations.
Plan a Perfect Day
For a sample itinerary, a perfect business trip day in Ann Arbor might look a little something like this:
● Catch a shuttle from the airport to downtown.
● Snag a coffee or vegan breakfast from Zingerman’s or the Detroit Street Filling Station.
● Knock out your daily meetings and work for the day.
● Connect with your colleagues at a steakhouse, speakeasy, restaurant or bar.
● Hit up downtown to feel the buzz of one of America’s most prized college towns.
Explore the city however you please and create your perfect work trip in Ann Arbor.
For more information visit annarbor.org/meetings.
