15 Best Things To Do in Detroit, Michigan

About Detroit

While most people are not entirely ecstatic at the idea of vacationing in Detroit, the city’s real beauty and worth are often overlooked by tourists coming to Michigan. First off, the Belle Isle Island is a small three-mile island that has just enough island feels for the nature enthusiasts to make it their sanctuary in Detroit.

Secondly, the Detroit Public Library is another iconic building in the city, standing tall since 1865, when it only had 5000 books. Today, the library is not only on the United States National Register of Historic Places but also has countless books, although the main attraction is the building itself. The architecture is bound to blow you away and change your views about Detroit.

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Detroit Weather by Month

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Places to Stay in Detroit

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Best Tours in Detroit

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Best Things to do in Detroit, MI

These are the best things to do in the greater Detroit area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.

Outdoor Activities in Detroit

Nafas Fitness & Yoga Studio

Based on 55 Reviews

The Fit Park

Based on 20 Reviews

Detroit Derby Girls

Based on 17 Reviews

Museums in Detroit

Charles H Wright Museum of African American History

Based on 71 Reviews

Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory

Based on 66 Reviews

Ford Piquette Avenue Plant

Based on 54 Reviews

Restaurants in Detroit

Ernie's Market

Based on 478 Reviews

Qahwah House

Based on 233 Reviews

Boostan Cafe

Based on 223 Reviews

Nightlife in Detroit

Motor City Gas

Based on 93 Reviews

Castalia

Based on 51 Reviews

Bumbo's

Based on 36 Reviews

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