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Oct 18, 2024 • 6 min read
Long a center for design, art and architecture, industry and music, Detroit is one of America’s most intriguing cities. I fell in love with its soaring art deco skyscrapers, fascinating history and fierce spirit on my first visit in 2013, and every trip since has shown me something new. Start your own Detroit journey with this itinerary focused on the city’s downtown core, which has experienced remarkable revitalization over the past decade.
When to arrive: May to September are the prime months to visit Detroit, as spring can be cold and rainy and winters colder and snowy.
How to get from the airport: DTW is about 20 miles from downtown, so rideshares can be pricey. The Detroit Air XPress ($6 in advance, $8 on the bus) will get you there in about 40 minutes, with departures every 90 minutes. If you’re not in a hurry, you can take the FAST Michigan 261 for just $2 – these buses take over an hour to get downtown.
Getting around town: The home of Ford, Chrysler and GM was built for cars, so driving is the most efficient way to get from A to B: downtown alone covers 7.2 square miles. However, you can get to most central attractions with the QLINE, city buses and the occasional rideshare.
Where to stay: Many of Detroit’s historic buildings are now boutique hotels that make for memorable stays. My top recommendations are the Detroit Foundation Hotel, featuring locally designed decor in a former fire station; The Siren Hotel for its art nouveau glam and swanky bar; or the Victorian charm of The Inn on Ferry Street.
What to pack: The Midwest is notoriously casual and Detroit is no exception. While you’ll see people dressed more formally at upscale restaurants and bars, you won’t stand out in jeans and a sweatshirt. If you want to go to Canada, don’t forget your passport.
Morning: Start your weekend in Detroit at Michigan Central Station. Long a symbol of Detroit’s decline, the towering 1913 building – designed by the same firm that built New York City’s Grand Central Station – has been renovated by Ford. Book a guided tour to get the full story. Yellow Light Coffee will have a location in the station by the end of 2024; worthy nearby breakfast options include Folk and Summer Town Fresh Bar.
How to spend the day: Wander a few blocks up to Corktown (Michigan Ave, between Rosa Parks Blvd and 17th St), one of the first neighborhoods to bounce back in the early 2000s with the opening of hotspots like Slows Bar BQ and The Sugar House. Stroll the strip and pick a restaurant for a sure to be satisfying lunch.
If the weather is good, head over to Belle Isle, in the middle of the Detroit River, for a day of trail-walking or cycling. The whole island is a park, and it’s a terrific spot for families.
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