Experience · Ann Arbor
Kerrytown Kids' Discovery Day
Kick off a fun-filled day with a quick coffee and pastry before heading to the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum for hours of interactive play. Refuel with a casual lunch nearby, then finish with a sweet treat that everyone will enjoy.
A 6-hour Kerrytown full_day plan for families — Comet Coffee, Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, The Hen Ann Arbor.
- Duration
- 6 hrs
- Cost
- $50–$120
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Kerrytown
- Walking
- Moderate walking · Total 0.6-mile driving route
- Ideal for
- Families · Kids · Friends
The plan
The plan
- 1Comet Coffee(30 min)→
- 2Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum(3 hrs)→
- 3The Hen Ann Arbor(1 hr 15 min)
Why this plan works
Every stop sits in Kerrytown, so the whole plan happens inside one neighborhood. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at The Hen Ann Arbor — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to families, families with kids, and friends who want a planned Ann Arbor outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Kick off a fun-filled day with a quick coffee and pastry before heading to the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum for hours of interactive play. Refuel with a casual lunch nearby, then finish with a sweet treat that everyone will enjoy.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 130 minComet Coffee
Food & Drink
Hip java house with coffee drinks, locally made pastries, latte art & branded merchandise.
What to do — Pick up your morning coffee and a delicious pastry to fuel up before a day of discovery.
0.4 mi · 8 min walk or 4 min drive
Then Walk just a few blocks to the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum.
23 hrsAnn Arbor Hands-On MuseumArts & Culture · Kerrytown
Colorful, 4-story space invites children to play & learn through 250+ science-focused exhibits.
What to do — Let the kids engage with the colorful, interactive exhibits for hours of educational fun.
Scout Side QuestFind the weirdest machine in the room and agree on what silly superhero gadget it was actually built to be.
0.2 mi · 4 min walk or 3 min drive
Then Head a short walk across the street for a casual lunch.
3Optional 1h 15mThe Hen Ann ArborFood & Drink
What to do — Gather for a relaxed lunch, choosing from a variety of options that cater to both adults and children.
Scout Side QuestInvent the fanciest, most dramatic five-star review for the first bite of food you take.
Scout Stories
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Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good Ann Arbor itinerary for families?
- Yes. It's built for families, families with kids, and friends and runs about 6 hrs across 3 stops, starting at Comet Coffee.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 6 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Ann Arbor itinerary cost?
- Roughly $50–$120 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Yes — every hop is under a mile, about 0.6 miles of walking in total.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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