Location: Ann Arbor
Top Things to do in Ann Arbor
The 10 Best Gift & Specialty Shops in Ann Arbor, Michigan (MI)
Backpack-strapped students permeate the streets of Ann Arbor, home to The University Of Michigan. But there's more to the city than academia. A popular destination for families, Ann Arbor boasts child-friendly museums with exciting hands-on exhibits and art museums with prestigious collections. Couples and single travelers enjoy the eclectic shops, ethnic restaurants and hip night clubs, while book lovers are wowed by the more than 30 independent bookstores. From mysteries and crime to holistic healing and yoga, each store has a unique personality and area of expertise. Most of the major attractions are located in the same area, making it easy to hop from one to the next and enjoy all this vibrant city has to offer.
Restaurants in Ann Arbor
1. The M Den
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Sun305 - Miami, United States
The place to stop before and after the big game! Lots of merchandise! Something for everyone and more.
2. Argus Farm Stop
3. Aunt Agatha's
4. Vault of Midnight
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Vault of Midnight is the Eisner award winning, family owned comic shop based out of Ann Arbor, Michigan. We were sent from outer space to satisfy all of your comic book and board game needs. We pride ourselves on having the best customer service in this or any industry. We also carry numerous sundries such as designer toys from KidRobot and Toy2R, apparel, posters, action figures, and tons of more stuff. Visit us or regret not visiting us today!
5. Crazy Wisdom Bookstore & Tearoom
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Browsers can sip tea and meander through this new age bookstore that carries an array of mind, body and spirit books and accessories, from acupuncture to Zen and affirmations to yoga.
Reviewed By karenj424 - Lansing, United States
Books, candles, incense, gifts, statues...you name it and they have it! Looking for that "alternative book"--they probably have it! Gifts, jewelry and a tea room! They also offer classes.
6. The Himalayan Bazaar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
The Himalayan Bazaar - a little bit of the Himalayas in Ann Arbor. We are a fair trade, retail store, featuring a wide variety of gifts from Nepal, Tibet & India, including singing bowls, jewelry, Buddhist and Hindu statues and artifacts, monastery wall hangings, yoga accessories, prayer malas, wool hats, scarfs, bags, wool shawls, Pashmina shawls, Tapestry, women clothing, Man clothing, incenses, prayer flags and more. We also organize and lead tours trekking in the Himalayas in Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan.
Reviewed By RSzklarz - Cleveland, United States
My wife and I were traveling through on our anniversary and stopped at this shop. The sales clerk was very friendly and the shop is well maintained and organized. It can be a little pricy but my understanding is that everything is imported from the Himalayas so that’s understandable. There’s a lot of really cool stuff here though and the woman we spoke with was very informative about what everything is. Highly recommend stopping here if you’re in the area!
7. Encore Records
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
8. Dawn Treader Book Shop
9. Literati Bookstore
10. Cherry Republic of Ann Arbor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
There’s nothing like the energy of a college town, and our Ann Arbor store is living proof. Whether you’re a Wolverine, Spartan, or (dare we say?) Buckeye, you’ll love the cool vibe of this great location near the University of Michigan campus. Wander through this beautiful historic building and fill your basket with all things cherry from the Grand Traverse Region! We offer over 200+ cherry products including salsas, chocolate covered cherries, cherry nut mixes, salsas, and more!
Reviewed By rentfan626
They have most of their products out for you to try ( and suck you into buying because they are so good!) The salsa is a must try! It is amazing!
