Hands-On Museum<\/h3>\n![\"Inverted](\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/hands-on.jpg\")
Inverted Pendulum<\/a> by Jason Kridner<\/a> is Licensed under CC by 2.0<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nGreat for kids under 10 (especially the ones who like to push buttons and grab everything<\/em>), the Hands-On Museum offers science lessons in a fun and interactive format. You could easily spend a whole afternoon here with the family.<\/p>\nPermanent exhibits include All About You, which focuses on the human body, the Legacy Gallery, where kids can experiment with machines, the Preschool Gallery, perfect for those 4 and under, and the World Around You, where kids can put themselves in a bubble or take on the climbing wall. To save money on admission, go on a Thursday after 5 p.m., when the entrance fee is reduced to just $5 per person!<\/p>\n
Nichols Arboretum & Matthaei Botanical Gardens<\/h3>\n![\"Peony](\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/botanical.jpg\")
Peony Garden-21<\/a> by AllieKF <\/a>is Licensed under CC by 2.0<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nThe Nichols Arboretum and Matthaei Botanical Gardens are approximately six miles apart but are both under the stewardship of the University of Michigan and have plenty of greenery to immerse yourself in. Best of all, both parks are open year-round and have free admission, though you might have to pay for parking.<\/p>\n
At the Arboretum (also known as the \u201cArb\u201d), the gorgeous Peony Garden is an excellent place for your teen to snap an artfully composed picture for Instagram. Dogs are allowed on-leash, which means your four-legged family member(s) can savor the extensive trails throughout the park.<\/p>\n
Over at the Botanical Gardens, you\u2019ll find more than 300 acres of diverse gardens and trails. Kids can learn a lot about the environment at the Michigan Solar House and the Conservatory, chill out while walking the Labyrinth, and enjoy a shaded picnic at the Norman Memorial Grove.<\/p>\n
Kerrytown<\/h3>\n![\"Mudpuddles](\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/kerrytown.jpg\")
Mudpuddles Toys in Kerrytown Ann Arbor<\/a> by Andypiper <\/a>is Licensed under CC by 2.0<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nAny kid would be happy to spend his or her allowance at Kerrytown Market and Shops, located in Ann Arbor\u2019s historic market district. This shopping center is full of one-of-a-kind stores and restaurants \u2014 Mudpuddles Toys is bound to please, with its creative playthings for all ages. Teach your kids to enjoy their vegetables at The Lunch Room, a vegan restaurant serving up tasty dishes like chili mac & cheese and buffalo wraps.<\/p>\n
Nearby in the neighborhood, the celebrated Ann Arbor Farmer\u2019s Market takes place a couple of times per week. Older or more artistically inclined children might appreciate a show at the Kerrytown Concert House, where you can catch intimate performances ranging from jazz to spoken word to cabaret.<\/p>\n
Hudson Mills Metropark<\/h3>\n
Inverted Pendulum<\/a> by Jason Kridner<\/a> is Licensed under CC by 2.0<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Great for kids under 10 (especially the ones who like to push buttons and grab everything<\/em>), the Hands-On Museum offers science lessons in a fun and interactive format. You could easily spend a whole afternoon here with the family.<\/p>\n Permanent exhibits include All About You, which focuses on the human body, the Legacy Gallery, where kids can experiment with machines, the Preschool Gallery, perfect for those 4 and under, and the World Around You, where kids can put themselves in a bubble or take on the climbing wall. To save money on admission, go on a Thursday after 5 p.m., when the entrance fee is reduced to just $5 per person!<\/p>\n Peony Garden-21<\/a> by AllieKF <\/a>is Licensed under CC by 2.0<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n The Nichols Arboretum and Matthaei Botanical Gardens are approximately six miles apart but are both under the stewardship of the University of Michigan and have plenty of greenery to immerse yourself in. Best of all, both parks are open year-round and have free admission, though you might have to pay for parking.<\/p>\n At the Arboretum (also known as the \u201cArb\u201d), the gorgeous Peony Garden is an excellent place for your teen to snap an artfully composed picture for Instagram. Dogs are allowed on-leash, which means your four-legged family member(s) can savor the extensive trails throughout the park.<\/p>\n Over at the Botanical Gardens, you\u2019ll find more than 300 acres of diverse gardens and trails. Kids can learn a lot about the environment at the Michigan Solar House and the Conservatory, chill out while walking the Labyrinth, and enjoy a shaded picnic at the Norman Memorial Grove.<\/p>\n Mudpuddles Toys in Kerrytown Ann Arbor<\/a> by Andypiper <\/a>is Licensed under CC by 2.0<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Any kid would be happy to spend his or her allowance at Kerrytown Market and Shops, located in Ann Arbor\u2019s historic market district. This shopping center is full of one-of-a-kind stores and restaurants \u2014 Mudpuddles Toys is bound to please, with its creative playthings for all ages. Teach your kids to enjoy their vegetables at The Lunch Room, a vegan restaurant serving up tasty dishes like chili mac & cheese and buffalo wraps.<\/p>\n Nearby in the neighborhood, the celebrated Ann Arbor Farmer\u2019s Market takes place a couple of times per week. Older or more artistically inclined children might appreciate a show at the Kerrytown Concert House, where you can catch intimate performances ranging from jazz to spoken word to cabaret.<\/p>\nNichols Arboretum & Matthaei Botanical Gardens<\/h3>\n
Kerrytown<\/h3>\n
Hudson Mills Metropark<\/h3>\n
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