Detroit

If you want to visit a new city, here are the top 10 places to visit in Detroit and why. The city has plenty of attractions for you to enjoy.

 

Visit the Detroit Institute of Arts

DIA is the city’s most important museum and a building that was founded more than 100 years ago. The museum features collections coming from all corners of the world, including Africa and Europe.

 

Go to Comerica Park

Comerica Park is a stadium, but also an theme park. If you are interested in learning more about the history of baseball and perhaps see exhibits related to this sport, this is the right place for you.

 

Visit Henry Ford Estate

If you want to view the automobile maker’s house just the way it used to be, go to the Henry Ford Estate. The house is still in a restoring phase at the moment and includes a smaller summer house, kitchens as well as a birdhouse.

 

Tour the GM Renaissance Center

The Renaissance Center is the place to go if you simply wnat to enjoy your day and do some shopping. The tallest building in the city features shops, restaurants, but also an amazing view over the city.

 

Go to Motown Museum

The museum is actually an old recording studios where numerous hits were created over the time. You will get to experience how music was produced back in the 70’s, and see memorabilia of famous artists of the period.

 

Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History

Maybe you need to know more about the roots of Detroit and in that case, a trip to the Museum of African American History is your best bet. The museum showcases the importance of black public figures in the city, along with displaying their life.

 

Visit Detroit Historical Museum

This col museum showcases many of the things that happened in the history of Detroit. A trip here will enable you to watch seasonal exhibitions and events, but also see mode railways and learn more about the city.

 

Go to the Historic Fort Wayne

Although the building does not look impressive, don’t let yourself be deceived. Historic Fort Wayne features tunnels you may want to explore, and is the host for numerous events during summer.

 

Check out Detroit Public Library

Maybe you are a fan of reading, so check out the Detroit Public Library on a free day. The Library was established in 1865 and nowadays includes 10 departments full of books and magazines.

 

Go to Masonic Temple of Detroit

The Gothic building is one of the main attractions in Detroit, and has been opened since 1926. The Masonic Temple is split in between 3 sections and a place where music performances take place on an often basis.

 

Visit Belle Isle

If you want to get out of the city for a while, you should consider visit Belle Isle. You can explore the Belle Isle Conservatory, watch the sea life at the aquarium, and check out the famed Dossin Great Lakes Museum.