The Diag, Ann Arbor

Name: The Diag
Address: Ann Arbor, United States

#15 among attractions in Ann Arbor

Park, Relax in park, Top attraction

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The Diag is a large open space in the middle of the University of Michigan's Central Campus. Originally known as the Diagonal Green, the Diag derives its name from the many sidewalks running near or through it in diagonal directions. Many of the University's most frequented buildings are situated around the Diag, including West Hall, Randall Lab, the Shapiro Undergraduate Library, the Hatcher Graduate Library, and Angell, Mason, Haven, and Tisch Halls, among others. ()

Elevation: 873 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°16'37"N, 83°44'18"W

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Central Ann Arbor (Downtown Ann Arbor)Ann Arbor United States

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The Diag – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Yost Ice Arena, University of Michigan Museum of Art, Nickels Arcade, Kempf House.

0.7 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Yost Ice Arena, Ann Arbor
17 min walk • Nestled in the bustling college town of Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Yost Ice Arena stands as a historic and beloved icon for ice sports enthusiasts and University of Michigan fans alike. This renowned arena is not just a venue for athletic contests; it's a storied hall...
~640 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Universities and schools
University of Michigan Museum of Art, Ann Arbor
4 min walk • The University of Michigan Museum of Art in Ann Arbor, Michigan with 94,000 sq ft is one of the largest university art museums in the United States.
~1070 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Historic walking areas
Nickels Arcade, Ann Arbor
6 min walk • Nickels Arcade is a commercial building located at 326-330 South State Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
~1840 ftNW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Kempf House, Ann Arbor
9 min walk • The Kempf House Museum, also known as the Henry Bennett House or the Reuben Kempf House, is a museum located at 312 South Division Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was originally built as a single-family home in 1853. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
~1470 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema
Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor
8 min walk • The Michigan Theater is a movie palace in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. It shows independent films and stage productions, and hosts musical concerts.
~840 ftN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Albert Kahn
Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor
5 min walk • Hill Auditorium is the largest performance venue on the University of Michigan campus, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The auditorium was named in honor of Arthur Hill, who served as a regent of the university from 1901 to 1909.
~840 ftW
Museum, History museum, Romanesque revival architecture
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, Ann Arbor
5 min walk • The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is a museum of archaeology located on the University of Michigan central campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in the United States.
~190 ftE
Victorian architecture
University of Michigan Central Campus Historic District, Ann Arbor
1 min walk • The University of Michigan Central Campus Historic District is a historic district consisting of a group of major buildings on the campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
0.6 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Ark, Ann Arbor
15 min walk • The Ark, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a nationally known acoustic and folk music venue. It has been in existence in various locations since 1965. It currently seats about 400 and features more than 300 live performances each year.
0.7 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Blind Pig, Ann Arbor
19 min walk • The Blind Pig is a music venue in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The club was established as a home for blues musicians, although today it books predominantly indie rock acts and local groups.
~1120 ftNW
Cinema, Theater
State Theater, Ann Arbor
6 min walk • The State Theatre is an operational former movie palace in Ann Arbor, Michigan, designed by C. Howard Crane in the Art Deco style. The State was built by W.S. Butterfield Theaters, which also operated the nearby Michigan Theater.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Diag?

Nearby attractions include University of Michigan Central Campus Historic District, Ann Arbor (1 min walk), University of Michigan Library, Ann Arbor (2 min walk), University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor (2 min walk), Angell Hall Observatory, Ann Arbor (3 min walk).

How to get to The Diag by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Diag:

Bus

N - SU opposite Tappan • Lines: 62 (4 min walk)
State + William • Lines: 6 (4 min walk)

Train

Ann Arbor (21 min walk)