Detroit, MI

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Find cultural and historical attractions, great spectator sports, a pretty waterfront promenade and fascinating automotive history in America’s Comeback City.

For over 100 years, Detroit has been a global leader in manufacturing automobiles. Learn about this history and see how the city has reinvented itself as an exciting place to live and visit.

Cultural attractions include numerous museums and art galleries. At the Detroit Institute of Arts, one of the nation’s top museums, browse 65,000 artworks from ancient to modern times. The Detroit Historical Museum covers the region’s interesting past, including the Motor City exhibit, relaying 100 years of automotive history. Bring kids to experiment in the Michigan Science Center.

Detroit is home to Motown Records, the innovative label that brought music from The Supremes, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and many others to the attention of everyone in the country. Relive the early days of Detroit’s music scene at the Motown Museum, also known as Hitsville U.S.A.

Walk along the Detroit Riverwalk presented by the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy. The Detroit Experience Factory offers a free tour, providing information about Detroit’s history, including its role in Prohibition and the Underground Railroad.

Detroit grew along with the automotive industry. Some of the most impressive architectural structures from the city’s heyday remain today. See the art deco skyscraper Guardian Building, once a major financial center for Detroit’s huge industrial complex. The Fisher Building is another tall tower built for automotive industrialists who contributed greatly to cultural and civic development in the city. Visit the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, where Henry Ford initiated mass production of the Model T in 1908.

Watch the NFL Detroit Lions play football at Ford Field and the MLB Detroit Tigers play baseball at Comerica Park. Use the fun Detroit People Mover light rail system to get around the city.

Escape to Belle Isle Park’s nature center, aquarium, golf range, the Dossin Great Lakes Museum and the popular Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory. For a quick international experience, cross the Detroit River for a visit to the Canadian city of Windsor – just remember to bring your passport.

Where to stay in Detroit

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Downtown Detroit

4/5(1,947 area reviews)

Central business district meets residential area, Downtown Detroit boasts historic architecture, skyscrapers, and parks. Explore attractions like Campus Martius Park, Fox Theatre, and Detroit Riverwalk, with convenient transport options nearby.

Downtown Detroit
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Rochester Hills

Live music, restaurants, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Rochester Hills. Check out The Village Of Rochester Hills or Meadow Brook Amphitheatre while you're exploring the area.

Rochester Hills
Cool atmosphere & excellent food!!

Midtown

4.5/5(113 area reviews)

Historic districts and cultural attractions abound in this area, with highlights like the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Independent retail outlets are on the rise, especially along the Cass Corridor.

Midtown
Love finding Ouizis work all around the city 😍

Corktown

Discover Detroit's oldest neighborhood, featuring historic Federal-style homes and charming Irish businesses. Enjoy a stay at the Trumbull & Porter boutique hotel or explore the walkable Mobility Innovation District around Michigan Central Station.

Corktown
Incredible VEGAN gyro at this great little place in downtown Detroit.  I’ve been hungry for it since I had it. Got it with chili cheese fries. Yum.  The menu is entirely vegan.  What a gem.  It is in an area that looks to be actively gentrifying, so a fair number of boarded up and vacant lots, but close to tons of venues.  #OnTheRoad

Brush Park

Brush Park might not have many top sights, but Comerica Park and MGM Grand Detroit Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brush Park
Greektown Historic District

Greektown Historic District

Indulge in authentic Greek cuisine at various themed restaurants and visit the Hollywood Casino while exploring this district. Easily accessible via the Detroit People Mover station at Beaubien Street.

Greektown Historic District

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Reviews of Detroit

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4 - Good 46%
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3 - Okay 14%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place to be

4/5 - Good

Shay

I love this city! Just wished the businesses would keep them up

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Masonic Temple is a great venue for a concert!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

There is the MGM that is close. Plus MotorCity has easy excess on and off the freeways. Which makes it very nice and easy for people whom may not be a frequent visitor

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love to see this great city's revival. Tons of creative energy and spunk!!

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

1 out of the 6 Lyft vehicles that I used was dirty. People from the Midwest are friendly people.

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