Searching for a fun adventure that will take your five senses on a total trip? There’s one unique destination near the Motor City that certainly belongs at the top of your must-visit list. If you’re in the mood to experience public art, snap a few photos, and explore one of the most fantastic cities near Detroit, make your way to Ann Arbor for a one-of-a-kind outing.

Ann Arbor’s Graffiti Alley can be accessed off Liberty Street in the heart of downtown.
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Whether you come to the alley deliberately or simply stumble upon it while exploring the city’s many attractions, you’ll be completely mesmerized once you arrive.
Flickr/Barbara Eckstein
As its name suggests, this large alleyway is covered from top to bottom in graffiti, murals, word art, and more. It’s hard to imagine a more colorful locale.
Flickr/Michigan Municipal League
The Graffiti Alley has its roots in 1999, when an artist was commissioned to liven up the space with an original piece. Since then, the walls have exploded with color.
Flickr/Dan Bruell

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There’s no telling what you might uncover as you stroll through this amazing spot. With everything from poetry to cartoons to political statements, the art is varied.
Flickr/Barbara Eckstein
Snap a few photos against one of the vibrant walls or watch as an artist creates a new piece. You could visit the Graffiti Alley daily and see something new each time.
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The Graffiti Alley frequently bustles with activity, from photoshoots to student projects from Ann Arbor’s University of Michigan to tourists simply strolling through.
Flickr/Ben Seese
The next time you’re hunting for a burst of color to add excitement to your day, make your way to Ann Arbor for an exploration of this eclectic and inspiring space.
Flickr/Ben Seese

Address: East Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Have you added a piece of art to the Graffiti Alley in Ann Arbor? We’d love to see your photos and hear about your experiences. If you’re interested in another public art space in Detroit that will completely enchant you, read our previous piece by clicking here.

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