Great dates in Ann Arbor don't have to be expensive. $20–$40/person (Kerrytown + brewery) — that range covers a genuinely fun night out with nothing to apologize for.. This guide builds a full three-stop itinerary around the city's best no-cost and low-cost options.
The Ann Arbor Budget-Friendly Date Itinerary
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The University of Michigan's campus is one of the most beautiful in America — the Diag, the Law Quad's gothic buildings, and the Arboretum's 150 acres of trees and meadows create an exceptional free date environment any time of year.
After university of michigan campus walk, head to Kerrytown Market for dinner. $50–$85/person — that range covers a full sit-down meal without feeling extravagant. Kerrytown's two-story indoor market includes antique dealers, specialty food shops, and artisan vendors — plus the Kerrytown Concert House for intimate evening performances.
End the night in Downtown. Kerrytown's two-story indoor market includes antique dealers, specialty food shops, and artisan vendors — plus the Kerrytown Concert House for intimate evening performances. The key is not calling it a night too early — the after-party is where the date moves from "good" to "unforgettable."
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