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Metro Detroit Favorites
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items Finding spots that keep the kids entertained and actually have food they will eat is a huge win! These are our go-to Metro Detroit favorites, featuring everything from the hands-on exhibits at the Michigan Science Center to our reliable dinner spots ...
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Best Detroit-Style Pizza for Families in Metro Detroit
Best Things to Do in Detroit with Kids
Best Detroit-Style Pizza for Families in Metro Detroit
A quick guide to the best square slices in the city! Whether we need a fast weeknight dinner or a fun family night out, these are our go-to spots for crispy corners and kid-approved pies.
This is the legendary birthplace of Detroit-style pizza, established back in 1946 right at their original location on Six Mile and Conant Street. They craft their famous square pies by hand with that unbeatable crispy cheese crust. It is a lifesaver ...
Buddy's Pizza
When we need a reliable, quick dinner that the kids will devour without any complaints, Jet's is our go-to. The deep-dish crust with those deliciously crispy cheese corners is always a massive hit in our house. It takes the stress out of busy weeknig...
Jets Pizza
Our ultimate fast-food pizza staple for busy weekends and after-school rushes. It is super affordable, lightning-fast, and always reliable when we are heading home from exploring the city and need a quick meal that everyone agrees on.
Little Caesars Pizza
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Domino's Pizza
Best Things to Do in Detroit with Kids
Planning a trip downtown with the family? Here are the best spots that my son and daughter absolutely love, from catching a ballgame to stepping back in time.
There is nothing quite like a sunny day at the ballpark with the family! When we take the kids, we always make sure to hit the Hi-Chew Fly Ball Ferris Wheel located right behind Section 131. The rides are only $2, and kids 14 and under ride completel...
⚾️ Detroit Tigers Game
If you grew up in the Metro Detroit area, a field trip here is practically a rite of passage, but visiting as a family is just as magical. It is the absolute best place to let the kids burn off some energy walking around the historic buildings, ridin...
Greenfield Village
This is our favorite indoor stop when we want to dive into the Motor City's rich roots. The exhibits are incredibly interactive and engaging, keeping both kids entertained while offering a fascinating look at the history of the city we love.
🏛️📜 Detroit Historical Museum
This is the coolest spot because it brings the beauty of "up north" right into downtown Detroit! Kids can climb up the canopy of a massive oak tree, try out a fishing simulator, and walk past a beautiful waterfall that looks just like the Upper Penin...
Outdoor Adventure Center
Run by the Detroit Zoological Society, this is a fantastic hidden gem on Belle Isle. Admission to the nature center itself is completely free, though you do need a $14 Recreation Passport to drive your vehicle onto the island. Our kids absolutely lov...
Belle Isle Nature Center
This is our go-to spot for a rainy day in Midtown Detroit! Everything here is totally hands-on, and it is great for all ages starting with toddlers. Kids can learn about STEM, catch a show in the Planetarium or 4D Theater, and then run across the str...
Michigan Science Center
Located right in the cultural corridor, the DIA is an absolute must-visit. The best part is that general admission is always completely FREE if you are a resident of Wayne, Oakland, or Macomb counties! We love taking the kids to see the massive River...
🖼️ Detroit Institute of Arts
This massive indoor museum is open daily and is completely packed with incredible artifacts, like the actual bus Rosa Parks protested on. The kids always love the "Heroes In The Sky" exhibit where they can make and test their own paper airplanes, as ...
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
There is absolutely nothing like the energy of a Lions game, but taking kids into that environment takes a little bit of planning! First and foremost: bring ear protection. The crowd gets incredibly loud, and noise-canceling headphones are a must to ...
🏈 Detroit Lions | Ford Field
Taking the kids to see the Red Wings is such a fun experience, and Little Caesars Arena makes it surprisingly easy on parents! Doors open 90 minutes before the puck drops, and I highly recommend getting there early. During warmups, you can take the k...
Little Caesars Arena