Detroit Travel
Detroit may be known for its grittiness and ailing economy, but the city takes great pride in its cultural offerings. To partake in the art, music and formidable architecture of Detroit, use the Detroit Travel Web Guide to uncover attractions, transportation and accommodations.
Expand All Guide SectionsThings to Do in Detroit
Discover things to do in Detroit, including entertainment options such as art galleries and restaurants, and sporting events like Red Wings hockey games.
Insights for Things to Do in Detroit
- Visit findingDulcinea’s Final Four Travel Web Guide for Web sites to help you plan a trip to the 2009 Men’s NCAA Final Four Tournament in Detroit.
Top Sites for Things to Do in Detroit
Visit Detroit
is helpful but tricky to navigate. Use the “Culture” and “Music” links to find information on museums, theaters, festivals, music venues and more.
Fodor’s
travel guide to Detroit begins with a bit of history, then discusses sights, restaurants and entertainment, and offers practical tips from Fodor’s editors.
Gadling
offers an article by New York Post editor David Landsel that provides an overview of Detroit attractions, and insider advice for enjoying the best of the city.
Inside Detroit
offers custom guided tours of the city, including tours of historic landmarks, arts and entertainment venues, and Detroit architecture.
Detroit Transportation
Travelers to Detroit must contend with a lack of public transportation. Despite some buses and trains, renting a car is the most practical option for Detroit transportation.
Insights for Detroit Transportation
- The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) buses travel around Detroit, but to get outside the city, hop on a SMART bus.
- Visit findingDulcinea’s Travel Web Guide for car rental and flight Web sites.
Top Sites for Detroit Transportation
GoCityKids
lists transportation options in Detroit, including buses, trains and car services, and provides tips for each, along with links to Web sites for fares and schedules.
Google Maps
(search for “detroit”) provides a map of the city that can zoom in or out, and user-created maps of landmarks and community organizations.
Detroit Hotels
To find Detroit hotels and inns, use the Web sites in this section. You’ll get hotel reviews from other travelers and price comparison tools for quicker, easier booking.
Top Sites for Detroit Hotels
Visit Detroit
has a lodging search tool that helps you find hotels in specific areas of Detroit, and redirects to lodging Web sites for booking.
TripAdvisor
has a helpful mix of traveler reviews and price comparisons from several meta search sites like Orbitz and Expedia.
Pure Michigan
lists historic inns in Detroit and outside the city, linking to each inn’s Web site for booking.
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