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DETROITCITY GUIDE
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Detroit is the largest city in Michigan with over 4 millionin population. A true gem of the Midwest, Detroitfostered the rise of automobiles and Motown music. It ishome to one of the finest art museums in the nation andprides itself on its up and coming nightlife. We definitelyrecommend this city as a vacation spot for your next trip!
AT T R A C T I O N SMotown Museum For all the music lovers out there, this museum isa destination not to be missed. The famed Motownrecording company is located at 2648 W Grand Street.Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Jackson5, Marvin Gaye, and many more all recorded here. Stepback in time to experience the history of this influentialcompany and driving force behind it to keep the musicalive today. [motownmuseum.org]Feather Bowling Originating in Belgium, feather bowling consists ofwooden balls with a shape similar to a cheese wheelthat are rolled down a concave lane to see how close it
can land to a feather at the end. It is truly a must-see!The Cadieux Cafe in Detroit is one of a few locations inthe U.S. that offers this unique sport. The official Leaguepractices on Tuesdays and Thursdays but the rest of theweek is open for all! [cadieuxcafe.com/featherbowling/]Detroit Institute of the Arts Detroit is home to one of the most prominent artmuseums in the United States, The Detroit Instituteof the Arts. The museum houses over 100 gallerieswithin 658,000 square feet. The permanent collectionis impressive with works by Van Gogh, Paul Gauguin,Paul Cézanne, Pablo Picasso and many more. Rotatingexhibits and educational programs are available.[dia.org]Dequindre Cut & Riverfront A former railroad turned urban walking, biking,rollerblading, and exercising path. It’s a wonderfulway to get a glimpse of the city without the bustle oftourists. You can view murals and graffiti along thepath. quindre-cut] The Detroit Riverfront, a 3.5 mile trail along theDetroit River, is also a great way to get out and view thecity. Connecting various parts of Milliken Park, you canview the wetlands, lighthouse, and various seasonalfestivals along the trail. [detroitriverfront.org/]
BOUTIQUE HOTELSFrom old school charm to cute B&Bs, Detroit has a lot tooffer for your rest and relaxation needs. Detroit has seena substantial growth in the city and more chic and uniquehotels are opening around town. Take a look at the listbelow to find the perfect spot for your next trip!Detroit Foundation Hotel ( ) 250 W Larned St 1 (313) 800-5500 detroitfoundationhotel.comTrumbull & Porter ( ) 1331 Trumbull St 1 (313) 496-1400 trumbullandporterhotel.com
Greektown Casino & Hotel ( ) 555 E Lafayette Ave 1 (313) 223-2999 greektowncasino.comThe Inn on Ferry Street ( ) 84 E Ferry St 1 (313) 871-6000 innonferrystreet.comThe Siren Hotel ( ) 1509 Broadway St 1 (313) 277-4736 thesirenhotel.comAloft Detroit ( ) One Park Ave 1 (313) 237-1700 he-david-whitney
LIVE MUSICWhen in Detroit, seeing live music is a must.For experiencing music like a local, we recommendlistening to jazz and blues at Cliff’s Bell. Hart Plaza is abeautiful outdoor concert space for listening to musicand enjoying a picnic!The Fillmore Detroit 2115 Woodward Ave 1 (313) 961-5451 Music Venue, Bar, Performing Arts thefillmoredetroit.comMagic Stick 4120 Woodward Ave 1 (313) 833-9700 Music Venue, Bar majesticdetroit.com
Fox Theater Detroit 2211 Woodward Ave 1 (313) 471-3200 Performing Arts, Music Venue ��s Bell 2030 Park Ave 1 (313) 961-2543 Jazz & Blues, Bar, Dining cliffbells.comCity Theatre 2301 Woodward Ave 1 (313) 471-3200 Performing Arts, Cinema olympiaentertainment.comHart Plaza One Hart Plz 1 (313) 877-8077 Outdoor venue aza
NIGHTLIFEIf you are looking for a great night out in Detroit, you’rein luck. From opera houses to karaoke dive bars, theDetroit nightlife scene has exploded in recent years.Enjoy delicious food at Cafe d’Mongo’s before heading toBaker’s Keyboard lounge for some live jazz and cocktails.Take a look at the list below for more ideas!El Club 4114 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209 1 (313) 279-7382 Music Venue, Event Space, Late Night Snacks elclubdetroit.comCafe d’Mongo’s Speakeasy 439 Griswold St 1 (215) 568-3131 Dining, Bar, Speakeasy
www.facebook.com/Cafe-dMongos-SpeakeasyMichigan Opera Theatre 1526 Broadway 1 (313) 961-3500 Performing Arts, Ballet michiganopera.orgOtus Supply 345 E 9 Mile Rd 1 (248) 291-6160 Dining, Late Night, Bars otussupply.comBaker’s Keyboard Lounge 20510 Livernois Ave 1 (313) 345-6300 Dining, Jazz & Blues Club, Bar theofficialbakerskeyboardlounge.comSneakers Pub 22628 Woodward Ave 1 (248) 545-8243 Dive Bar, Karaoke sneakerspubferndale.com
R E S TA U R A N T SFrom fine dining to late night snacks, Detroit has youcovered. We recommend checking out the chef’s menuat The Apparatus for a fine dining experience and thenGreen Dot Stables for a late night drink.Selden Standard ( ) 3921 2nd Ave 1 (313) 438-5055 American, Brunch, Sandwiches seldenstandard.comThe Apparatus Room ( ) 250 W Larned St 1 (313) 800-5600 American, Bar, Late Night detroitfoundationhotel.com/apparatus-room
Rocco’s Italian Deli ( ) 3627 Cass Ave 1 (313) 315-3033 Italian roccosdetroit.comSlows Bar BQ ( ) 2138 Michigan Ave 1 (313) 962-9828 BBQ, Beer slowsbarbq.comNorma G Caribbean Cuisine ( ) 14628 E Jefferson Ave 1 (313) 290-2938 West Indian, Caribbean normagscuisine.comVicente’s Cuban Cuisine ( ) 1250 Library St 1 (313) 962-8800 Cuban, Dancing vicentesdetroit.comSister Pie ( ) 8066 Kercheval St 1 (313) 447-5550 Desserts, Coffee sisterpie.comGreen Dot Stables ( ) 2200 W Lafayette Blvd 1 (313) 962-5588 American, Bar greendotstables.com
SHOPPINGDetroit Shopping is full of hometown pride! Carharttand Shinola, which were founded in Detroit, are twowell-known shopping locations in the city. We alsorecommend stopping in the Guardian Building for a tourand then checking out the gift shop inside.Carhartt 5800 Cass Ave 1 (313) 831-1274 Started in Detroit, Carhartt is a well-known nationalbrand for sturdy, reliable clothing. Mainly used for workand outdoor activities. [carhartt.com]Pure Detroit 500 Griswold, Guardian Bldg, Ste 250 1 (313) 873-6004
Detroit gift shop located in the architecturallybeautiful Guardian Building. Find super hip and cutet-shirts, magnets, postcards, purses, books and more.[puredetroit.com]John K. King Used and Rare Books 901 W Lafayette Blvd 1 (313) 961-0622 Four floors of books spanning every genre. Makesure to check out the Rare Book room in the back.[kingbooksdetroit.com]Shinola 441 W Canfield St 1 (313) 285-2390 Another Detroit original, Shinola is known for qualitywatches, bikes, and leather goods. This location is notonly cool to shop in but also a great location for hangingout and relaxing. [shinola.com]Hello Records 1459 Bagley St 1 (313) 300-5654 Retro vibe abounds in this quaint music shop. Agreat selection of vinyl across all genres. If you havetime, peruse the 1 section to find that hidden gem.[hellorecordsdetroit.com]
TRAVEL TIPSTransportation While staying in Detroit, you’ve got lots of options.Downtown Detroit has multiple options for public transitincluding the People Mover, QLine, & MoGo. For only 75cents, People Mover can drop you off along 13 differentstops around downtown. The QLine travels up and downWoodward Ave, taking you from downtown to NorthwestDetroit. MoGo is the city’s newest bike share program,charging by the half hour. It’s perfect for fresh air jauntsaround the city.Don’t Miss Motor City While in town, don’t forget to check out The HenryFord Museum of American Innovation. The fifth largestcar maker in the world, The Ford Motor Company, wasfounded in Detroit in 1903. The museum is an awe-
inspiring walk through history. Hands-on activities,exhibits, educational tours, and exploring GreenfieldVillage are all part of this museum’s experience. [www.thehenryford.org]Summer Festival Destination Detroit in the summer is a sight for sore eyes. Withtemperatures averaging in the high seventies, Detroitis an escape for some, and those who do, come for thefestivals! Between the months of May and August, youcan experience the Detroit Jazz Festival, MovementElectronic Music Festival, Arts & Apples Festival,Michigan Renaissance Festival, and the Armada Fair, justto name a few! /]
DETROITCITY GUIDE
Otus Supply 345 E 9 Mile Rd 1 (248) 291-6160 Dining, Late Night, Bars otussupply.com Baker’s Keyboard Lounge 20510 Livernois Ave 1 (313) 345-6300 Dining, Jazz & Blues Club, Bar theofficialbakerskeyboardlounge.com Sneakers Pub 22628 Woodward Ave 1 (248) 545-8243
