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Explore Detroit
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items From iconic landmarks to tucked-away treasures, Detroit offers something for everyone. Cheer on your favorite team or catch a concert at Little Caesars Arena, then savor unique sliders at Green Dot Stables or enjoy the Irish pub vibes at The Old Shil...
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✨ Hidden Gems & Local Favorites
🎭 Arts & Culture
🍔 Food & Nightlife
🚆 Detroit Transportation Options
🌳 Parks & Outdoor Fun
🏟 Sports & Entertainment
✨ Hidden Gems & Local Favorites
Uncover Detroit’s best-kept secrets—quirky spots, unique finds, and neighborhood favorites you won’t see on every travel list.
Vibrant, bustling, and full of local flavor, Detroit Eastern Market is one of the nation’s oldest and largest public markets. Every week, farmers, artisans, and food vendors gather to offer fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious eats, and unique fi...
🥕🍅🧀Eastern Market 🎶🎨🛍️
Cruise Detroit’s scenic waterways aboard the Detroit Princess, a luxurious riverboat offering sightseeing tours, dinner cruises, and special events. Enjoy stunning city views, live entertainment, and delicious dining while floating along the Detroit ...
🚢 Detroit Princess Riverboat
A beloved neighborhood spot known for its intimate jazz nights, handcrafted cocktails, and laid-back vibe. Elwood Bar is the perfect place to unwind, enjoy live music, and soak up Detroit’s welcoming spirit.
🍸🎶 Elwood Bar & Grill
Step into Garden Bowl and you’ll find a historic Detroit bowling alley brimming with retro charm and community spirit. More than just lanes and pins, it features craft beers on tap, occasional live music, and a welcoming atmosphere that’s fun for all...
🎳🌿 Garden Bowl
Detroit’s first microdistillery, Two James Spirits crafts exceptional small-batch spirits with a nod to the city’s rich heritage. Visitors can tour the facility to watch the distillation process, sample their unique blends, and learn about Detroit’s ...
🥃🏭 Two James Spirits Detroit Tasting Room
Tucked away in an artsy Detroit neighborhood, Russell Street Deli is a hidden gem serving hearty, flavorful sandwiches made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Pair your meal with a rotating selection of local craft beers for the perfect casual ...
🥪🍻 Frank's Deli & Grill
Housed in an elegant historic mansion, The Whitney is a Detroit dining institution that offers an upscale American culinary experience. With meticulously prepared dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients, guests dine in rooms adorned with original ...
🏰🍽️ The Whitney
As America’s oldest jazz club, Baker’s Keyboard Lounge is a legendary Detroit hotspot where music history is alive every night. The intimate venue showcases world-class jazz performances in a setting that oozes character and tradition. Whether you’re...
🎹🎶 Baker's Keyboard Lounge
Step into the Detroit Historical Museum to explore the city’s rich and complex past through engaging exhibits and interactive displays. From the rise of the automotive industry to the vibrant cultural movements that shaped Detroit, the museum offers ...
🏛️📜 Detroit Historical Museum
🎭 Arts & Culture
Dive into Detroit’s creative side—where world-class art, historic theaters, and interactive museums bring the city’s rich history and imagination to life.
The Fox Theatre is a breathtaking historic landmark and one of Detroit’s crown jewels for live entertainment. Built in 1928, its opulent design features ornate gold accents, dazzling chandeliers, and intricate architecture that make every visit feel ...
🎭 Fox Theatre
The Michigan Science Center is an interactive, family-friendly destination that makes learning fun for all ages. Packed with hands-on exhibits, live science demonstrations, and a planetarium, it sparks curiosity about everything from space and engine...
🔬 Michigan Science Center
The Detroit Institute of Arts is a world-class museum boasting over 65,000 artworks spanning centuries and cultures. Famous for its stunning Diego Rivera murals, the DIA offers everything from classic European paintings to contemporary art, making it...
🖼️ Detroit Institute of Arts
An iconic outdoor art environment, The Heidelberg Project transforms an entire Detroit neighborhood into a colorful canvas of murals, found-object installations, and imaginative sculptures. It’s a powerful celebration of community, creativity, and re...
🖌️🏘️ The Heidelberg Project
The Belt is a vibrant, artsy alley in downtown Detroit, famous for its colorful murals, light installations, and creative energy. It’s the perfect spot for photos, exploring local art, and enjoying pop-up events in an urban playground that showcases ...
🎨🌈 The BELT
Bright, bold, and full of character, the murals around Detroit’s Eastern Market celebrate the city’s rich culture, history, and vibrant food scene. Wander the neighborhood streets to discover large-scale artwork that turns every corner into an open-a...
🎨🍅 Eastern Market Murals - Busy Bee Native American Mural by Victor Quinonez
A vibrant stretch of Detroit’s revitalized Grand River Avenue, this corridor is packed with galleries, murals, and creative spaces. Perfect for a leisurely stroll, it’s where art, culture, and community come together in a colorful urban playground.
🖼️🚶♀️Grand River Creative Corridor
Founded in 1903, Pewabic Pottery is a Detroit landmark known for its beautiful handcrafted tiles and ceramics. This historic studio and gallery showcases exquisite glazes and unique designs, offering workshops and a deep dive into the city’s rich art...
🎨Pewabic Pottery
🍔 Food & Nightlife
From legendary sliders to lively pubs, Detroit serves up flavors and fun that keep the night going.
Green Dot Stables in Detroit is a must-visit for food lovers, famous for its creative, budget-friendly sliders and laid-back vibe. The menu is packed with unique flavor combinations—everything from classic cheeseburgers to adventurous options like th...
🍔 Green Dot Stables 🍻
A Detroit classic since 1938, London Chop House is known for its timeless steakhouse atmosphere, featuring prime cuts, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine list. With its elegant, vintage decor and warm hospitality, it’s the perfect spot for a specia...
🥩 🍷 London Chop House
The Old Shillelagh is an iconic Irish pub in the heart of Detroit’s Greektown, known for its lively atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong pours. Spread across multiple floors with a rooftop patio, it’s the perfect spot for everything from game day c...
🍻 The Old Shillelagh - Detroit's #1 Irish Pub Since 1975 🍀
A hidden speakeasy-style bar tucked behind an unmarked door, The Sugar House offers expertly crafted cocktails and a smooth jazz soundtrack. With its intimate, vintage vibe, it’s the perfect spot for a cozy night out and a taste of Detroit’s undergro...
🍹🎷The Sugar House
A vibrant food hall made from repurposed shipping containers, offering a variety of local eats, craft drinks, live music, and art. It’s a lively spot to hang out, eat great food, and soak up Detroit’s creative vibe.
🍴🍹🎶Detroit Shipping Company
🚆 Detroit Transportation Options
The Detroit People Mover is a quick, elevated train that loops around downtown Detroit, offering an easy and affordable way to see the city from above. Perfect for tourists and locals alike, it connects major spots and gives riders a unique bird’s-ey...
🚝 Detroit People Mover
The QLine is Detroit’s modern streetcar running along Woodward Avenue, connecting key neighborhoods like Downtown, Midtown, and New Center. It’s a convenient, eco-friendly way to explore the city with stops near shops, restaurants, museums, and enter...
🚋 QLINE Detroit Street Car
The SMART Bus System offers affordable and extensive public transit throughout Detroit and its surrounding suburbs. With multiple routes and frequent stops, it’s a reliable way to get around the city and beyond without the hassle of driving.
🚌 Bus Stop for DDOT and F.A.S.T. Smart Bus Routes
MoGo is Detroit’s popular bike-share program, offering easy access to bikes and e-bikes across the city. Perfect for quick, eco-friendly rides through downtown, Midtown, and beyond—just grab a bike at any station and go!
🚴♂️ MoGo Bikeshare
Scoot around Detroit’s downtown and Midtown neighborhoods with convenient electric scooter rentals. Perfect for short trips, these eco-friendly scooters are easy to unlock via apps and offer a fun way to explore the city streets.
🛴E‑Scooter Rentals in Detroit
Detroit’s Amtrak station connects the city to major destinations like Chicago, Toronto, and beyond. Located downtown, it offers a comfortable and scenic way to travel long distances without the hassle of driving.
🚉 Amtrak
Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) is the city’s main international airport, offering flights across the U.S. and around the world. With modern terminals, plenty of dining and shopping options, and easy ground transportation, it’s the gateway for visitors c...
✈️ Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
🌳 Parks & Outdoor Fun
Escape into green spaces, riverside views, and family-friendly outdoor adventures right in the heart of the city.
Located right on Detroit’s riverfront, the Outdoor Adventure Center offers hands-on fun with rock climbing, archery, fishing simulators, and nature exhibits. It’s a perfect spot for families and outdoor lovers to experience adventure indoors, rain or...
🧗♂️🏹 Outdoor Adventure Center
Belle Isle Park is a beautiful 982-acre island oasis in the Detroit River, offering stunning skyline views, peaceful green spaces, and plenty of activities for all ages. You can stroll the walking trails, relax on the beach, or explore attractions li...
🏖️ 🛝 Belle Isle Park
Step into one of the oldest public aquariums in the country, nestled on beautiful Belle Isle Park. Discover fascinating freshwater and marine life in a historic Art Deco setting that feels both charming and timeless—a peaceful escape right in the hea...
🐠 Belle Isle Aquarium
The vibrant heart of downtown Detroit, Campus Martius Park is a lively gathering spot year-round. Enjoy summer concerts, outdoor dining, and winter ice skating—all surrounded by the city’s skyline and buzzing energy.
⛲️ ⛸️Campus Martius Park
Located in Royal Oak just north of Detroit, the Detroit Zoo is a beloved family destination featuring more than 2,000 animals from around the world. Explore naturalistic habitats, walk through the award-winning Arctic Ring of Life, and enjoy seasonal...
🦒🐘 Detroit Zoo 🦧🦏
🏟 Sports & Entertainment
Feel the rush of the crowd, catch a big game, or see your favorite artist light up the stage in Detroit’s top venues.
Little Caesars Arena in downtown Detroit is a state-of-the-art venue that delivers an incredible experience for sports fans and concert-goers alike. Home to the Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Pistons, it’s packed with energy on game days, with great s...
🏒🏀Little Caesars Arena
Catching a Detroit Tigers game is pure energy and tradition rolled into one. Comerica Park offers stunning views of the Detroit skyline, plenty of great food options, and a fun mix of old-school baseball charm with modern entertainment. From the crac...
⚾️ Detroit Tigers Game
Home to the Detroit Lions, Ford Field is a state-of-the-art indoor stadium in downtown Detroit. Beyond football, it hosts concerts, major sporting events, and large-scale entertainment. With its modern design and lively atmosphere, it’s a must-visit ...
🏈 Detroit Lions | Ford Field
🛏️ ✨ Lodging & Luxury
Experience Detroit in style with a curated selection of luxurious and charming places to stay. From beautifully restored historic hotels to sleek modern boutiques, these accommodations offer comfort, elegance, and prime locations close to the city’s ...
Once a Detroit landmark, The Westin Book Cadillac has been beautifully restored to its original grandeur while offering all the modern luxuries you’d expect from a top-tier hotel. Located in the heart of downtown, it boasts spacious, elegant rooms wi...
🏙️✨ Historic Detroit Hotel | The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit
Housed in a historic 1920s firehouse, The Detroit Foundation Hotel blends vintage architecture with contemporary artistic flair. The boutique hotel showcases local art throughout its stylish interiors, creating a dynamic and inviting atmosphere that ...
🏨🎨 Foundation Hotel Detroit
Located in the heart of Detroit’s bustling entertainment district, MGM Grand Detroit offers a sleek, upscale hotel experience combined with the excitement of a full-service casino. Guests enjoy stylish, well-appointed rooms and suites, multiple fine ...
🎰🛏️ MGM Grand Detroit
Aloft Detroit occupies the historic David Whitney Building, blending iconic architecture with a modern, energetic vibe. The hotel features contemporary rooms with bright, stylish décor, a lively bar known for creative cocktails, and communal spaces p...
🏢🎶 Hotel David Whitney | Independent Hotel in Detroit
For travelers seeking comfort and affordability without sacrificing style, Hotel St. Regis is a boutique gem just steps from downtown Detroit. This welcoming hotel offers cozy rooms with modern amenities and friendly service in a quieter neighborhood...
🛎️🌆 Hotel Saint Regis | Detroit, MI