Michigan’s Largest City

This thriving Michigan city, home to classic American car culture and the origins of Motown music, also created that irresistible techno beat, the famous Coney Dog and unwavering local pride.

Abundant arts & culture

Discover museums, galleries and attractions that make this city an American culture capital.

Legendary legacies

Trace the roots of Motown, the American auto industry and the Civil Rights Movement all in one city.

Sights, bites & big leagues

See city landmarks, savor a dynamic food scene & rally behind beloved hometown teams.

Detroit Originals

Motor City musts

  • Visit Hitsville U.S.A., the small studio that launched icons like Michael Jackson into superstardom.

  • Stand where Henry Ford’s team assembled the first 12,000 Model T automobiles and changed the world.

  • See the famous bus where Rosa Parks staged her protest, presidential limos and revolutionary American artifacts.

Cultural Attractions

  • Browse 100-plus galleries showcasing masterworks from Diego Rivera murals to Van Gogh’s “Self-Portrait.”

  • Explore artifacts of the African American experience, from Underground Railroad documents to Civil Rights letters.

  • Enjoy parks, public art, a marina, and restaurants along this award-winning waterfront attraction.

Experiences

Trip Ideas & Itineraries

Browse articles featuring the best of Detroit from iconic music history and riverfront escapes to a thriving arts and culture scene.

Belle Isle Park in Detroit, Michigan