Detroit Michigan | By Sherry Trautman | Traveling Michigan
The Famous Motor City is home to a shocking amount of things to do, restaurants to try, museums to explore and fun galore! We have DAY TRIPS, tours, tips and so many fun things to do in the famous Motor City! LET'S GO!
Downtown Detroit is enjoying the most dynamic growth in decades – more than $5 billion of new development has taken shape over the course of the last few years.
From tours to museums to restaurants, this magnificent Motor City is just begging to be discovered. So let's dive in together and start exploring! Are you ready? Here we go!
Top Things to See in Detroit
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Top Things to Do in Detroit
Things to Do in Detroit: The Top 6 Incredible Attractions in the Motor City!
Epic Detroit Day Trip
Epic Detroit Day Trip: Great Eats and Must Sees!
We explored the Guardian Building, the Renaissance Building and places you'll want to check out!
Grab this easy to use, interactive Detroit Map to discover cool places you never knew existed! Easily plan your Detroit vacation or road trip!
We make it easy to find Detroit's top landmarks, historical places, art installations and museums. Don't miss any exciting things to see or things to do!
Discover the exciting history of Detroit! From destruction to toasting to a bright new future!
It's important to understand the city's history so we can respect where it's been and raise a toast to where it's going.
Detroit Attractions Worth Seeing Today
Detroit Attractions: 6 Bizarre and Amazing Places To Visit Today
From eclectic art exhibits to colorful alleyways, we've got some bizarre places for you to visit today!
The Fist
The Little-Known Story Behind the Massive Joe Lewis Fist
Just for a bit, we need to step back in time to when Hitler was marching into Austria. It was 1938 and ...
Detroit Institute of Arts
Seriously, who doesn't like mummies, ancient churches, 2 story murals and astounding architecture?! GO TODAY!
Detroit's Heidelberg Project
See who can spot the strangest items: A larger than life Homer Simpson? A polka dot house?
Detroit museums offer so many diverse and hands-on ways to learn about our automotive history: past, present and future.
Henry Ford Museum
Don't Miss These Top 8 Must-Sees During Your Visit to the Henry Ford Museum
See presidential vehicles, trains, futuristic homes, machinery, musical instruments and the restored Rosa Parks Bus.
Greenfield Village
Turn Back the Clock to When Model T's, Thomas Edison and the Wright Brothers Were Making History!
Ride on a steam train, see Thomas Edison's lab, peek into the Wright Brother's bicycle shop and see glassblowing!
Henry Ford Rouge Factory Tour
Rouge Factory Tour: Be the First to See New Ford F-150 Trucks Being Built on the Assembly Line
Get an insider view on how America’s most iconic truck, the Ford F-150 is produced!
The Detroit Auto Show-It's more than a car show, it's entertainment for the whole family! All terrain vehicle rides, fudge shops, VR experiences and concept vehicles! Plus we have lots of in-the-know tips you should know before you go. Click here for freakin' great tips!
When visiting these stunning buildings, please keep in mind they are places of business, study and worship. Keep your visiting time to a minimum, voices low and be respectful of residents in these locations especially if you are taking photos.
Detroit Public Library
Detroit Public Library: Breathtaking Architecture and Untapped Learning Resources for a Bright Future
The library is home to absolutely exquisite architecture and resources for Detroit residents.
Fisher Building
Discover the history of this magnificent building and see birds-eye views of the city skyline!
Guardian Building
Open to the public, be wowed by massive mosaics.
Detroit Pistons Performance Center
Massive New Detroit Pistons Practice Facility (why it's worth checking out!)
This new facility is part of a huge $5.1 billion building initiative happening in Detroit. Read about it here!
Detroit Renaissance Center (GMRENCEN)
GM Renaissance Center (GMRENCEN) Boasts Great Eats, Shopping and Magnificent Views of the City
The GMRENCEN houses the Detroit Marriott, shopping, businesses and great views of the RiverWalk and Canada.
Belle Isle
Belle Isle Park is a 2.5-mile-long, 982-acre island park housing the Belle Isle Conservatory, Aquarium, Memorial Fountain, Giant Slide and more!
Detroit Airport Maps, Tips and Information.
Navigate Detroit McNamara Airport Like a PRO!
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