Location: Detroit
Top Things to do in Detroit
Things to do in Detroit, Michigan (MI): The Best Traveler Resources
With a vibrant, revitalized downtown, it’s revival time in Detroit. Renowned
as the birthplace of Motown and techno, the city boasts one of the largest
theater districts in America — as well as four pro sports teams, set just blocks apart. The city’s transformation includes a dynamic culinary scene, featuring everything from high-end dining with international tastes to Coney dogs. Visitors also love Detroit’s outstanding shopping, exciting outdoor activities, and world-class cultural attractions.
Restaurants in Detroit
1. Russell Industrial Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
The Russell Industrial Center in Detroit, Michigan, is a complex of seven buildings that cover 2.2 million square feet with studios, lofts and shops and serves as a professional center for commercial and creative arts. By contrast, Chicago's Merchandise Mart covers over 4 million square feet. But the RIC, as it is known locally, is an example of Detroit's urban development with more than 150 tenants, including architects, painters, clothing designers, photographers, musicians, filmmakers and art galleries. Located at 1600 Clay Street, it was designed and built by the noted architect Albert Kahn in 1915 for the Murray Body Corporation, supplier of bodies for the Ford Motor Company and the third largest auto-body company in the United States. In 2003, Dennis Kefallinos purchased the property and converted the space into art studios and lofts as part of Detroit's revitalization and urban renewal. The RIC is a popular destination for people seeking original or unique merchandise in an indoor marketplace. It's a fascinating place to browse and observe craftsmen at work. Or listen to budding musicians. Among the tenants are designer Stacey Ellis of B. Black Apparel, artist Madeline Stillwell of the Detroit Industrial Project, Russell Gallery, Helderop Pipe Organs and Motor City Movie House. There are booths for architecture, antiques, woodworking, clothing, furniture, sewing, photography, printing, candles, performing arts, health food, music and kitchen and bath remodeling.
2. Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 288 reviews
Museum serves to document, preserve and educate the public on the history, life and culture of African Americans.
Reviewed By DaMookR - Brownstown Township, United States
An excellent museum especially for history buffs. The guided tour takes you through many different aspects of African history and provides a very broad base including cultural influences. Recommended for all ages 8 and above.
3. Detroit Public Library
4. TCF Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 265 reviews
Free, ultra high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout Cobo Center. Cobo Center is a Green Venues Michigan facility with recycling stations throughout the building. Registration space available in the concourse. Registration booths are available for rent. The Cobo Center Business Center is available for computer access, copying, faxing and business supplies. ATM and mailing services. Visitor information center. Preferred in-house A/V provider with complete inventory of equipment and professional technicians. Cobo Center is ADA compliant. Cobo Center has a comprehensive Crisis Communications Plan in place. Parking is available at prevailing rates. The Detroit People Mover has a station on the third floor of Cobo Center with numerous stops throughout the downtown district. Superior air lift capacity at award winning Detroit Metro Airport (ranked #1 by many industry analysts). Majority of rooms in downtown convention hotel block less than 5 years old - over 1,850 new, competitively priced rooms on line since 2007. Overall campus on the riverfront includes Joe Louis Arena and Hart Plaza and makes outdoor festival or special event space easily accessible.
Reviewed By therealtkefan29 - Detroit, United States
The TCF Center is a very nice facility. Originally built in the 60s as the Cobo Center, it got a massive renovation and expansion a few years ago, and changed its name less than a week ago. The facilities are clean and convenient, plenty of lifts and escalators (mostly KONE but with some Westinghouse escalators still around) and beautiful restrooms. It does get a little crazy during the NAIAS, but on a quieter day it's a very nice place to stop and use a restroom, fun to explore and great for meetings. There is a People Mover station conveniently located on the fourth floor, so transit access is very easy if you're coming from elsewhere downtown. And the views of both Detroit and Windsor from atop the rooftop parking lot are nothing short of stunning, probably the best in the city that the public can access.
5. Detroit Public Library - Skillman Branch
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
