Things to do in Detroit

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Tours & day trips

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Macabre, Murder, & Mayhem in Motor City: Detroit Ghost Tour

Macabre, Murder, & Mayhem in Motor City: Detroit Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 109 per adult
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Detroit Flavors Food Tour

Detroit Flavors Food Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 628 per adult
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Private Downtown Detroit Helicopter Ride

Private Downtown Detroit Helicopter Ride

Activity duration is 15 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 624 per adult
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What to do in Detroit

Popular places to visit

Henry Ford Museum

Henry Ford Museum

This vast museum complex houses some of the country's finest historical treasures, including vintage vehicles, antique machinery and iconic pieces of furniture.

Henry Ford Museum
Huntington Place

Huntington Place

During your trip, find out what's happening in Huntington Place, a top convention centre in Detroit. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.

Huntington Place
MGM Grand Detroit Casino

MGM Grand Detroit Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM Grand Detroit Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Detroit? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

MGM Grand Detroit Casino
Comerica Park

Comerica Park

Catch an event at Comerica Park during your trip to Detroit. Attend a baseball game or visit the casinos in this vibrant area.

Comerica Park
Hollywood Casino at Greektown

Hollywood Casino at Greektown

Why not try your luck with a visit to Hollywood Casino at Greektown during your visit to Detroit? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Hollywood Casino at Greektown
GM Renaissance Center featuring interior views and a skyscraper

GM Renaissance Center

This iconic seven-tower complex includes the tallest building in Michigan and is home to the General Motors global HQ and an incredible range of attractions.

GM Renaissance Center
Fox Theatre

Fox Theatre

Enjoy a show at Fox Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Detroit. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and casinos in this vibrant area.

Fox Theatre
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Greenfield Village

Discover Thomas Edison’s Menlo Park, where Abraham Lincoln practiced law and learn about how Henry Ford revolutionized manufacturing at this historic village.

Greenfield Village
Detroit Zoo

Detroit Zoo

This splendid and varied zoological park offers visitors a unique perspective on the mighty polar bear at the largest polar bear exhibit in the US.

Detroit Zoo

Areas of Detroit

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Downtown Detroit

4/5(9 area reviews)

Detroit is known for its architecture, industrialization and the arts. As creative entrepreneurs reclaim downtown, a new urban culture is rising next to the old.

Downtown Detroit
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Rochester Hills

Live music, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Rochester Hills. Make a stop by The Village Of Rochester Hills or Meadow Brook Amphitheatre while you're exploring.

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Midtown

5/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Midtown, check out sights like The Majestic Theatre or Orchestra Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canfield Street Station or Martin Luther King Boulevard/Mack Avenue Station.

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Corktown

Travellers enjoy Corktown for its live music and historical sites. Consider checking out Michigan Central while you're in the area.

Corktown
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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 showing a city and signage as well as a small group of people

Greektown Historic District

Experience the atmosphere of a Mediterranean town within the city center of Detroit as you dine on European food and enjoy a buzzing nightlife.

Greektown Historic District
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Frequently asked questions

Is Detroit worth visiting?
Famous for its festivals and culture, discovering awesome things to do in Detroit is easy. Remember to add Fox Theatre to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Detroit?
Once you've visited leading attractions like Motown Museum and Detroit Riverwalk, spend the rest of your day discovering the retail and food options in Detroit.
What is the top tourist attraction in Detroit?
You can't go home without exploring Fox Theatre, ranked the top tourist attraction in Detroit.
Is three days enough to stay in Detroit?
Three days will be enough time to tick off the leading city sights, such as Fox Theatre, Detroit Institute of Arts and Motown Museum. The average stay in Detroit is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Romulus isn't far away.
Is Detroit a walkable city?
Some top sights in Detroit, like Fox Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Only 0.16 kilometres from central Detroit is Downtown Detroit and Greektown Historic District is 0.64 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Detroit with kids?
If you are after activities and sights for all the family, check out these excellent ideas for what to do in Detroit with kids.

What to do in Detroit for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there's no shortage of things to do in Detroit for adults including The Belt and Woodlawn Cemetery.
Are there free things to do in Detroit?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Detroit is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without getting your cash out. Detroit Opera House is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.