What to do in Detroit, MI

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Detroit

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Activities

Detroit Tigers Baseball Game at Comerica Park

Detroit Tigers Baseball Game at Comerica Park

NZ$44
per adult
Detroit Tigers Baseball Game at Comerica Park
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Michigan

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Michigan

NZ$48
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Michigan
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan

PEPPA PIG World of Play Michigan

NZ$61
per traveller
PEPPA PIG World of Play Michigan
Museum of Illusions Detroit Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Detroit Admission Ticket

NZ$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Detroit Admission Ticket
Macabre, Murder, & Mayhem in Motor City : Detroit Ghost Tour

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

NZ$56
per adult
Macabre, Murder, & Mayhem in Motor City : Detroit Ghost Tour
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Belle Isle

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Downtown Detroit

Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Comerica Park and Ford Field, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city.

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Corktown

You'll enjoy the live music and historical sites in Corktown. You might want to make time for a stop at Michigan Central or PJ's Lager House.

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Midtown

If you're spending time in Midtown, check out sights like Little Caesars Arena or The Majestic Theatre 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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Eastern Market

First-class casinos acclaimed theatres and top sights from Rocky's Historic Eastern Market to Historic Trinity Lutheran Church – discover Eastern Market, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

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Greektown Historic District

Visitors to Greektown Historic District love its first-class casinos, and you can check out Hollywood Casino at Greektown and Old St. Mary's Church. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Greektown Station.

 

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Day trip destinations from Detroit

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Allen Park

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Bloomfield Hills

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Southfield

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Dearborn

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Pontiac

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Sterling Heights

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Hamtramck

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Lincoln Park

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.

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