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Charter Bus Rentals in Ann Arbor, Michigan
On game day at Michigan Stadium, during commencement weekend, or any time your group needs to move together across Ann Arbor and the surrounding area, Annarborcoachbuscompany.com makes finding the right bus fast and simple. Fill out one quick form and instantly compare vehicles and pricing from a large network of transportation companies serving Ann Arbor, Michigan — no account needed, no waiting on callbacks, and a free quote online or by phone at 734-430-3370!
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Annarborcoachbuscompany.com is not a local bus company. It's a quote-comparison and referral website. That means you're never limited to one fleet or whatever a single operator happens to have available.
You get choice — compare pictures and prices side by side, request the amenities you want, and choose the bus that actually fits your group. Buses are available statewide for local trips around campus and long-distance runs to Detroit, Lansing, Grand Rapids, and beyond. No account required, and a free quote is always available online or by phone at 734-430-3370!
Ann Arbor Charter Bus Rental Options
Annarborcoachbuscompany.com can connect you to minibuses, party buses, charter buses, sprinter vans, and school buses from a large network of transportation companies serving Ann Arbor and all of Washtenaw County. Whatever your group size and wherever you're headed, you'll find a vehicle that fits — and pricing to match!
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Ann Arbor Charter Bus Amenities That Keep Your Group Comfortable All Day
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Get Ann Arbor charter bus prices in under 30 seconds using the online quote tool on this page. Enter your date, group size, and pickup location, and you'll land on a results page showing available vehicles, photos, and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Ann Arbor — no account required, no waiting, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing. Pricing depends on the bus type and size, how many hours you need, how far you're traveling, and the time of year.
Michigan football Saturdays, commencement weekend in May, and the Ann Arbor Art Fair in July are the busiest stretches of the year — and the most expensive. Book early to lock in the best rate. Or if you'd rather talk it through, call 734-430-3370 any time and a live agent will build a custom quote around your exact itinerary!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
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| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205 – $385+ | $225 – $410+ | $1,650 – $2,950+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225 – $370+ | $255 – $385+ | $1,815 – $2,415+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.90 – $8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $350+ | $195 – $365+ | $1,420 – $2,180+ | $5.40 – $7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180 – $310+ | $180 – $330+ | $1,150 – $1,880+ | $4.75 – $6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $426+ | $265 – $460+ | $1,827 – $2,954+ | $6.75 – $9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190 – $373+ | $218 – $466+ | $1,395 – $2,848+ | $5.00 – $6.95+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 734-430-3370. | ||||
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Because Annarborcoachbuscompany.com is not a bus company and doesn't own any vehicles, you're never stuck with whatever one fleet has left on the calendar. That's exactly why you get more options, more price points, and more packages than any single company could ever offer. Whether you need a 15-passenger minibus for a small corporate group, a 50-passenger party bus for a bachelorette night, or a 56-passenger motorcoach for a Big House game-day charter, it's all right here.
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Find the Ann Arbor Charter Bus Service That Matches Your Event
Your next group trip in Ann Arbor is covered, whatever the occasion. From game-day shuttles and airport transfers to weddings, prom, field trips, and corporate events, Annarborcoachbuscompany.com helps you find the right bus for every service type. Browse the services below to find what fits your trip — and get a free quote in seconds!
Ann Arbor Airport Transportation
Give your group a smooth start and a stress-free return with airport transportation booked through Annarborcoachbuscompany.com. The closest major commercial airport to Ann Arbor is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) (1 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit, MI 48242), about 26 miles east on I-94 — roughly 30 to 40 minutes off-peak and 45 to 75 minutes during the morning and afternoon rush. Instead of splitting your group across multiple cars or waiting for rideshares after a long flight, one bus picks everyone up together at the arrivals curb and heads straight back to Ann Arbor.
Charter buses drop off and pick up at DTW's McNamara Terminal on the upper Departures level for outbound travel and at the Ground Transportation Center for pickup. For smaller groups, the Evans Terminal on Rogell Drive serves Spirit and Frontier with its own curbside access. At McNamara, charter buses use assigned stalls at the south end of the Ground Transportation Center; at Evans Terminal, charter-bus stalls are 2, 3, 8, and 9, as shown in DTW's charter-bus ground transportation instructions.
Your bus stages in the North or South Staging Lot until everyone has luggage at the meeting point, then pulls into the assigned stall. Compare minibuses, sprinter vans, and full-size charter buses for your airport run — and get pricing in under 30 seconds!
Ann Arbor Concert Transportation
If you're heading to a show at Hill Auditorium (825 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109), a performance at the Michigan Theater (603 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104), or a stadium-level concert at Michigan Stadium (1201 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104), a concert bus rental keeps your group together from the first pickup through the final encore. North University Avenue backs up significantly before and after major UMS performances at Hill Auditorium, and Liberty Street fills fast on Michigan Theater nights. Your bus drops everyone at the door and handles the parking — so nobody is hunting for a space or waiting on a surge-priced rideshare when the show lets out.
Compare party buses, minibuses, and charter buses for your night out, and get pricing in seconds!
Ann Arbor Corporate Event Transportation
Wherever your team needs to be — a client meeting in Detroit, a conference at the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest (1275 S Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197), or an off-site at a venue across Washtenaw County — corporate transportation through Annarborcoachbuscompany.com makes the logistics the easy part. Instead of reimbursing a dozen employees for gas and parking, one bus keeps your team on the same schedule, on the same vehicle, and on time. Compare minibuses and full-size charter buses with amenities like WiFi, power outlets, and reclining seats — and find the right fit for your group and your itinerary.
Get pricing in under 30 seconds, or call 734-430-3370 to build a custom package!
Ann Arbor Employee Transportation
If your company needs a recurring shuttle between downtown Ann Arbor and a North Campus office, a daily run to the University of Michigan's medical campus, or temporary transportation while a parking lot is under construction, employee shuttle service through Annarborcoachbuscompany.com is the answer. A dedicated employee shuttle turns dead commute time into a productive ride, keeps your team on a predictable schedule, and replaces the headache of parking reimbursements with one flat, manageable cost. Set your pickup points, your timing, and your headcount — then compare the available vehicle options for your route.
Daily, weekly, or long-term, your shuttle runs around the schedule your company actually keeps. Call 734-430-3370 or fill out the quote form to get started!
Ann Arbor Government & Military Transportation
Start coordinating group travel for government meetings, personnel moves, training events, and multi-day transportation needs across Washtenaw County and beyond with Annarborcoachbuscompany.com. Whether you're moving a small team between Ann Arbor city offices and a state facility in Lansing, or coordinating large-scale group travel for a military unit at Selfridge Air National Guard Base (42100 George Ave, Harrison Township, MI 48045), the network of transportation companies accessible through this site has the vehicle options to match. ADA-accessible buses with wheelchair lifts and wider aisle space are available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote.
Compare minibuses and full-size motorcoaches for your specific headcount and itinerary, and get pricing in seconds!
Ann Arbor Long-Distance Transportation
Annarborcoachbuscompany.com makes it easy to find and compare long-distance charter buses for trips that go well beyond Ann Arbor city limits. Whether your group is heading to a game in Columbus, a conference in Chicago, a casino in Detroit, or a multi-day trip to anywhere in the Midwest, full-size motorcoaches with reclining seats, climate control, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and large undercarriage luggage bays make the miles comfortable. Compare long-distance charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Ann Arbor and all of Michigan — and find the right vehicle for your group and your destination.
One form, one results page, instant pricing. Or call 734-430-3370 any time to put together a custom package!
Ann Arbor Private Event Transportation
Annarborcoachbuscompany.com is here to make group transportation for your next private event in Ann Arbor the easiest part of your planning. Birthday parties, family reunions, anniversary celebrations, graduation dinners — whatever brings your people together, a private bus rental keeps everyone on the same itinerary without anyone worrying about parking, designated driving, or how they're getting home. Whether you're spending an evening at a restaurant on Main Street, making a night of the downtown bar scene, or heading out to a venue across Washtenaw County, compare available buses, amenities, and pricing in one place.
Find the bus that fits your group and your plans — and get a free quote in under 30 seconds!
Ann Arbor Prom Transportation
Annarborcoachbuscompany.com makes finding a prom party bus in Ann Arbor easy — and booking early is the single most important thing you can do. Prom season in April and May is the busiest stretch of the year for party buses across Washtenaw County and the entire Metro Detroit area. Every high school in the region is looking for the same vehicles on the same weekends, which means availability tightens fast and prices go up the longer you wait.
Book three to six months out to lock in the best rate and the widest selection. Party buses come with a full-length bar, color-changing LED lighting, a premium Bluetooth sound system, flat-panel TVs, and wraparound perimeter seating — everything your group needs to make prom night unforgettable. Compare available party buses and get pricing in seconds!
Ann Arbor Religious Group Transportation
Don't let the logistics of getting your congregation to a weekend retreat, a regional conference, or a weekly service at an off-site venue slow you down. Annarborcoachbuscompany.com makes it easy to find and compare buses for religious group transportation in Ann Arbor and across Michigan. Whether you need a 15-passenger minibus for a small group or a 56-passenger motorcoach for a full congregation, the network of transportation companies accessible through this site has the options to match. ADA-accessible vehicles are available too — just mention it when you fill out the quote form.
Compare available buses, amenities, and pricing in one place, and get a free quote in under 30 seconds. Or call 734-430-3370 any time!
Ann Arbor School Event Transportation
Annarborcoachbuscompany.com makes finding school event and field trip transportation in Ann Arbor simple. Instead of coordinating parent carpools and packing students into multiple vehicles, one bus keeps the whole class together — from pickup at school through drop-off at the destination and back. Whether you're heading to the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum (220 E Ann St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104), the University of Michigan Museum of Art (525 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109), or Matthaei Botanical Gardens (1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105), compare minibuses and full-size charter buses sized to your student and chaperone headcount.
ADA-accessible buses are available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote. Get pricing in seconds!
Ann Arbor Sporting Event Transportation
Annarborcoachbuscompany.com is the easiest way to find sports team and sporting event transportation in Ann Arbor. Michigan home football Saturdays at Michigan Stadium are the single highest-demand transportation days of the year in Washtenaw County — 107,000+ fans, I-94 backed up from Detroit, and Stadium Boulevard locked down hours before kickoff. One charter bus keeps your fan group together, drops everyone at the South Main Street entrance, and skips the scramble for parking entirely.
For Michigan basketball at Crisler Center (2601 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48109), Plymouth Road fills fast on game nights — buses should plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before tipoff. Compare charter buses, minibuses, and party buses for your next game day, and get pricing in seconds!
Ann Arbor Wedding Transportation
Keep your wedding day running on schedule with wedding transportation booked through Annarborcoachbuscompany.com. Whether you're shuttling guests between a downtown hotel and a ceremony venue in the University of Michigan's historic district, arranging a rehearsal dinner run across Washtenaw County, or coordinating hotel pickups for out-of-town family, one bus keeps everyone together and on time. You can even request available white, black, or silver vehicles to match your wedding colors.
Compare minibuses, charter buses, and party buses from a network of transportation companies serving Ann Arbor — and find the right fit for every leg of your big day. Get pricing in seconds, or call 734-430-3370 to put together a custom package!
Ann Arbor Wine Tour & Brewery Transportation
Annarborcoachbuscompany.com puts the Ann Arbor area's growing craft brewery and winery scene right at your fingertips — without anyone worrying about who's driving home. The Washtenaw County Wine Trail winds through the rolling farmland surrounding Ann Arbor, and local favorites like Grizzly Peak Brewing Company (120 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) and Beercat Brewing in nearby Saline make for a great afternoon crawl. Your bus sets the stops, your group sets the pace, and nobody has to be the designated driver.
Compare available minibuses, sprinter vans, and party buses for your brewery or winery tour — and get pricing in seconds!
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Charter Bus Rentals in Ann Arbor and All Across Michigan
Keeping your group moving across all of Washtenaw County and beyond is easy with Annarborcoachbuscompany.com. Find buses serving Ann Arbor and every nearby city — including Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, Chelsea, Brighton, Plymouth, Canton, Livonia, Dearborn, and Detroit. One form, one results page, and instant pricing across the entire region!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ann Arbor Bus Rentals
Annarborcoachbuscompany.com is an advertising and quote-comparison website. It is not a local bus company, a motor carrier, or a transportation operator. Annarborcoachbuscompany.com makes it easy for anyone who needs group transportation to fill out one quick form and instantly compare vehicles, amenities, and pricing from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Ann Arbor and the surrounding area. Transportation is provided by independent operators; booking is completed through a national booking platform.
Fill out the online quote form with your pickup location, date, group size, and any stops on your itinerary. Once submitted, you'll be taken to a results page on a national booking platform showing available vehicles, photos, and pricing from transportation companies serving your area. Review your options side by side, choose the bus that fits your group and your budget, and book right online — all in just minutes.
No account required. A free quote is also available any time by phone at 734-430-3370.
Charter buses and motorcoaches serving Michigan Stadium use designated motorcoach parking in Lot SC (South Campus) off South Main Street. A prepaid parking pass purchased in advance through U-M Event Services is required — day-of cash is not accepted at the gate. Buses drop off passengers on South Main Street near the stadium's south entrance, then relocate to the designated lot.
Roads around the stadium including Stadium Boulevard, South Main Street, and Hill Street can close or restrict traffic up to two hours before kickoff, so plan your approach accordingly and confirm current lot assignments on the U-M Athletics transportation and parking page before game day.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the primary commercial airport serving Ann Arbor, approximately 26 miles east on I-94 — about 30 to 40 minutes off-peak and 45 to 75 minutes during rush hour. Charter buses drop off at the McNamara Terminal on the upper Departures level for outbound travel and pick up at the Ground Transportation Center after flights land. The Evans Terminal on Rogell Drive serves Spirit and Frontier with its own separate curbside.
Do not call for the bus until your entire group has luggage in hand and is standing at the curb — commercial vehicles cannot idle at DTW, so the bus stages nearby and pulls forward once your group is ready. At McNamara, motorcoaches use assigned stalls at the south end of the Ground Transportation Center; at Evans, charter buses use numbered stalls 2, 3, 8, and 9. Confirm current pickup locations on the DTW ground transportation page before your trip.
Charter buses drop off passengers on North University Avenue directly in front of the main entrance of Hill Auditorium. Active loading zones along North University Avenue have a 5-minute limit that is enforced during events. The city's current North University Avenue project designates a 10-foot bus loading and unloading zone across from Hill Auditorium; your bus uses that marked area for the quick unload instead of hunting for a downtown curb, as shown on Ann Arbor's Hill Auditorium bus-loading project page.
After drop-off, buses relocate to the Forest Avenue Parking Structure (1610 Student Activities Bldg, Ann Arbor, MI 48109) or surface lots along Thayer Street. North University Avenue backs up significantly before and after major University Musical Society performances, so plan your arrival and pickup windows with extra time built in.
For sold-out Michigan basketball games and major events at Crisler Center, buses should plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before tipoff. Plymouth Road backs up significantly as game time approaches, and there is no dedicated motorcoach lot on-site. Buses drop off on Plymouth Road at the main entrance, then stage in the North Campus parking structure or along Fuller Road after drop-off.
Confirm current drop-off and staging guidance on the U-M Athletics transportation and parking page before your event.
Matthaei Botanical Gardens is one of the few Ann Arbor venues with on-site bus parking available in the main parking lot off Dixboro Road. Groups should call ahead to reserve a space at 734-430-3370. Drop-off is at the main entrance directly adjacent to the parking lot, making Matthaei one of the most bus-friendly destinations in the Ann Arbor area.
Confirm availability and any current access changes with the gardens staff before your visit.
Charter buses drop off passengers on East Liberty Street curbside in front of the main entrance of Michigan Theater. There is no dedicated bus parking on Liberty Street, so buses relocate after drop-off to the Liberty Square Parking Structure (319 E Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) or the Fourth & William Parking Structure (115 W William St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104). During the Ann Arbor Film Festival in late March, downtown street congestion increases significantly — plan extra time for both arrival and pickup on those dates.
Book three to six months out for most Ann Arbor trips, and stretch that to six months or more for the city's highest-demand dates. Michigan home football Saturdays at Michigan Stadium are the single busiest days of the year — buses for those games disappear early, and waiting until the last minute means premium pricing or no availability at all. The 2026 Michigan home schedule includes games at Michigan Stadium on September 5, September 12, September 19, September 26, October 17, October 24, November 7, and November 21, so those dates need early bus planning; see the 2026 Michigan football schedule.
University of Michigan spring commencement is scheduled for Saturday, May 8, 2027, at Michigan Stadium, with the ceremony beginning at 10 a.m.; the U-M Spring Commencement venue details make that another date to reserve early. University of Michigan commencement in May, the Ann Arbor Art Fair in the third week of July, and prom season across Washtenaw County school districts in April and May all create the same crunch. The earlier you book, the better your options and the better your price.
Call 734-430-3370 right now to lock in your date!
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Charter a Bus to the Top Ann Arbor Destinations
Get a bus to the biggest and best destinations Ann Arbor has to offer! From the largest stadium in the Western Hemisphere to a world-class botanical garden, the venues below are among the most popular group destinations in the city — and every one of them is easier to reach when your group arrives together on one bus. Browse the destinations below and find your next trip!
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Michigan Stadium
Michigan Stadium is the largest stadium in the United States and the Western Hemisphere, with a capacity of 107,601. Home of the Michigan Wolverines football team, it hosts eight or more home games each fall and serves as the venue for University of Michigan commencement — the second-highest demand day of the year for group transportation. Charter buses drop off on South Main Street near the south entrance, then park in Lot SC with a prepaid pass purchased in advance.
Roads including Stadium Boulevard and Hill Street close or restrict traffic up to two hours before kickoff. Confirm current parking assignments on the U-M Athletics transportation page before game day.
Address: 1201 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Phone: (734) 764-0247
Crisler Center
Crisler Center is the home of Michigan Wolverines men's and women's basketball, with a seating capacity of 12,707. It also hosts concerts, graduation ceremonies, and major university events throughout the year. Charter buses drop off on Plymouth Road at the main entrance; there is no dedicated motorcoach lot on-site, so buses stage in the North Campus parking structure or along Fuller Road after drop-off.
For sold-out basketball games, Plymouth Road backs up considerably — plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before tipoff. Confirm current access and staging guidance on the U-M Athletics transportation and parking page.
Address: 2601 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Phone: (734) 763-4232
Hill Auditorium
Hill Auditorium is one of the most celebrated concert halls in the United States, with a seating capacity of 3,538 and near-perfect acoustics. Home of the University Musical Society (UMS) season, it hosts world-class classical, jazz, and world music performances from September through April. Charter buses drop off on North University Avenue at the main entrance, with a 5-minute active loading limit enforced during events.
The city's current project includes a 10-foot bus loading and unloading zone across from Hill Auditorium on North University Avenue, giving your bus a marked curb for the quick unload; see Ann Arbor's Hill Auditorium bus-loading project page. Buses then relocate to the Forest Avenue Parking Structure or Thayer Street surface lots. North University Avenue congestion before and after major performances is significant — build extra time into your pickup window.
Address: 825 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Phone: (734) 763-3333
Michigan Theater
Michigan Theater is a beautifully restored 1928 movie palace and performing arts venue in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. With a capacity of approximately 1,700, it hosts independent and foreign films, live performances, the Ann Arbor Film Festival, and special community events year-round. Charter buses drop off on East Liberty Street curbside at the main entrance, then relocate to the Liberty Square Parking Structure (319 E Washington St) or the Fourth & William Parking Structure (115 W William St).
During the Ann Arbor Film Festival in late March, downtown congestion increases — plan extra arrival and pickup time on those dates.
Address: 603 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Phone: (734) 668-8397
University of Michigan Museum of Art
University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) is one of the largest university art museums in the United States, housing more than 23,000 works spanning five millennia. Open Tuesday through Saturday 11am–5pm and Sunday noon–5pm, it is a popular destination for school field trips, academic groups, and art enthusiasts visiting from across Michigan. Charter buses drop off on South State Street curbside at the main entrance, then relocate to the Maynard Street Parking Structure (324 Maynard St) or the Forest Avenue Parking Structure.
Admission is free, making it one of the most accessible group destinations in Ann Arbor.
Address: 525 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Phone: (734) 764-0395
Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Matthaei Botanical Gardens spans more than 300 acres of natural areas, themed gardens, and a conservatory housing tropical, arid, and temperate plant collections. Open daily with grounds accessible 7am–dusk and the Conservatory open Tuesday through Sunday 10am–4:30pm, it is one of the most popular group destinations in Washtenaw County. Importantly, Matthaei is one of the few Ann Arbor venues with on-site bus parking in the main lot off Dixboro Road — call 734-430-3370 in advance to reserve a space.
Drop-off is at the main entrance directly adjacent to the lot.
Address: 1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 Phone: 734-430-3370
Nichols Arboretum
Nichols Arboretum (1610 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) — known locally as "The Arb" — is a 123-acre living museum of trees, native plants, and natural landscapes managed by the University of Michigan. It is a beloved destination for student groups, nature walks, and seasonal events, with a famous peony garden that blooms each June. The primary entrance is at Washington Heights off Fuller Road; a secondary access point sits at Geddes Avenue.
Full-size coaches cannot navigate the Arb's interior roads — buses drop off at the Washington Heights entrance and stage along Fuller Road or at the Fuller Road Station parking area (2800 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105).
Address: 1610 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Phone: 734-430-3370
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is a beloved interactive science and technology museum housed in a historic downtown firehouse, drawing school groups, families, and youth organizations from across Southeast Michigan. Open Monday through Saturday 10am–5pm and Sunday noon–5pm, it features more than 250 hands-on exhibits across four floors. Charter buses drop off on East Ann Street curbside at the main entrance, then relocate to the Ann Ashley Parking Structure (120 W Ann St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104), approximately one block west, or the Maynard Street Parking Structure.
School and group visits must be booked in advance by calling 734-430-3370.
Address: 220 E Ann St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Phone: 734-430-3370