I recently had the chance to visit the Detroit Institute of Arts. The museum is a great balance…read morebetween being expansive and still manageable. You can easily spend a few hours here without feeling overwhelmed. What stood out most was the diversity of the collection. From classic European paintings to modern and contemporary works, there's something for every kind of art lover. The layout of the museum is intuitive, and I appreciated how easy it was to move between galleries without getting lost. Staff were friendly and helpful without being intrusive, and the overall atmosphere felt relaxed rather than stuffy. Overall, I'd highly recommend the Detroit Institute of Arts to anyone visiting Detroit or even locals who haven't been in a while. It's a thoughtfully curated, enriching experience that feels both accessible and inspiring.

I've been going to the DIA for years and it truly never lets me down. So beyond beautiful and it…read morereally reminds me of the spirit, culture, and love this city holds. I ended up going to the Kresge Court for the first time and got the chicken parm sandwich! Surprisingly it was really good, but definitely wished it was warm. While the space was gorgeous, I must say the vibes were slightly off-putting. When we sat down, multiple employees immediately came up to us asking if we were going to dine in and, if not, let us know that we'd have to sit elsewhere. I understand that that's how the space operates, but even after one employee came up to us, more just kept coming! We really didn't have a chance to settle in with our stuff as we felt a bit pressured to get our food before anyone else could say something to us. I think instead of having reserved signage on the tables, it should say "Dine-in customers only" to reduce any confusion. I was already confused on it saying "reserved" in the first place, but luckily a friend who'd been there before explained it to me.

I came here on a group tour and it was so wonderful! Jayden was our tour guide and did such a great…read morejob. I couldn't believe how much I learned about Detroit! It's so much more than just car manufacturing here! The museum was informative and curated well. I would recommend a visit if curious about Detroit!

The "Detroit Historical Museum" tells the story of Detroit through it's rich culture. The museum…read moredoes an incredible job with display. From the original cars in the Motor City, to there success hockey team. On the lower level, you can walk through a town and see what it was like in early Detroit. It was incredible to see the cobble roads, and the shops that sold goods for ten cents (Oh I wish). They also showed how Detroit helped with the war efforts. My favorite were the creatures that lived in Detroit. Aretha Franklin, Barry Sanders, and Sam Raimi lived in this historic city. They even have comic creatures from the city. I recommend coming here if you visit or even live in Detroit. Learn what makes the city.

While visiting Detroit, I stopped by The Wright Museum of African American History. I visited on a…read moreSaturday and surprisingly, it was not crowded! Admission was $15. I like that the main exhibit begins with African and leads into the history of enslavement, civil rights, into present times. As with most museums that provide such a wealth of history, you'll have to visit multiple times to get the full scope! I recommend if you are in Detroit to visit this museum!

This museum is an absolute must for everyone! My husband and I traveled from the east coast to…read morevisit this museum and it was well worth the trip. Firstly, the space itself is grand and such a site to see! There are many exhibits to choose from, but I highly recommend the "And Still We Rise" exhibit that shows the journeys from Africa! Very emotional and moving exhibit -- certain parts were hard to go through, but necessary. Definitely plan to spend the day here or two if you can. We came for about 3 hours and that wasn't nearly enough time.

What an awesome museum for kids to explore and learn! We had free tickets to come visit and check…read morethis place out and we were not disappointed. The kids were free because they are 2 as well. The parking in the lot next to it was $8 and its gated so it felt really safe. They have a ramp if you have a stroller. They offer stroller parking too. We walked around the main floor and checked out the exhibits. Then we went to the lower level and played in the kids area. The kids loved it. They do clean 12:30pm to 1:00pm. We were able to play for an hour. They loved the water section. There was dancing fruit in one of the rooms and my son was dancing a lot. Another room had soccer balls that he was throwing. They had a pretend kitchen area and a seated area with magnetic blocks. My kids did not want to leave. When we walked out they had a demonstration at the science stage at 12:30pm about fire. That was really cool. They also have IMAX theatre shows. We did not want to participate in that because our kids would just scream. We did go to the dinosaur exhibit on the third floor as well. Overall, it is a nice, clean, and fun museum for kids. We will definitely be back!

If I could rate 0 stars I would. 1 the place has mold and some of the exhibits are outdated and…read morebroken. I also wouldn't really call this a museum it feels more like a play house. there isn't alot of educational experiences.

Was in Detroit for the weekend and stopped by to sightsee. It was a great experience, the place is…read morewell kept and in great condition. There is street parking right in front of the museum and it didn't seem as if the street was a busy one--maybe I just lucked up that day idk. They have the Motown music playing over the speakers outside which I thought was pretty cool. It was a Sunday when I visited so unfortunately it was closed and there was no one onsite working, so the only option was to take pictures and soak up some of the history. But try to be courteous to other visitors who are also waiting to take pictures. Next time I'm in Detroit again I'm definitely gonna stop by for another visit.

I was really looking forward to visiting the Motown Museum during my trip to Detroit, so I was…read moredisappointed to find out that the museum itself was closed due to ongoing construction. From what I was told, portions are expected to reopen between November and December 2026, with another extension planned for spring 2027, so unfortunately I wasn't able to experience the actual museum this visit. I still stopped by to see the property and take some photos outside. The security guard was extremely helpful and friendly and gave me some information about the construction and reopening. There was also a photo booth available where you could take your own pictures, and thankfully the gift shop was still open, so I was able to at least get a small taste of the Motown experience. I'm giving four stars because although I was disappointed that I couldn't tour the museum, the staff was welcoming and there were still a few things available for visitors. Motown is such an important part of Detroit's history, so now I have another reason to make a trip back to Detroit once everything is fully open. I definitely want to return and experience the museum the way it was intended!

As a native Detroiter who loved Greenfield Village and Henry Ford Museum and enjoys automotive…read morehistory, a tour of the Ford Piquette Avenue plant was a joy. This museum has the largest collection of model Ts on display. Fun fact: there were actually two model As, and no model P for, well, I think obvious reasons. Not only is every model Ford built at the plant on display, but also competitor's vehicles of the time, including an electric car that Mrs. Ford is reported to have loved driving. There are many surprises I will not spoil. If you love cars, history, old architecture, and friendly knowledgeable tour guides, this is a must see place on a visit to Detroit. Or for folks who live in Detroit who want to know more about its rich history.

We paid $20 admission & started with a short film about the factory, Ford & this plant. Tom, a…read moreretired engineer led us through a :75 tour including time for questions. The Model-T Automotive Heritage Complex, Inc., aka the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, was organized in 2000 as a nonprofit to preserve the Plant & keep it from being demolished. It's a museum & education center offering special programs & events. There are weddings here on weekends. In 1996 it was dedicated & was placed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. We spent about 2 hrs here & looked out the window at how part of this factory was converted to apartments. Over 1,600 men worked here over 100 years ago manufacturing Fords. There are over 65 rare automobiles including Henry Ford's "Letter Cars," unique Model T conversion vehicles, and other antique cars manufactured in Milwaukee Junction. We visited Henry Ford's office and Secret Experimental Room where the Model T was created in 1908. We experienced one of the world's oldest surviving automotive plants through a guided tour led by museum docents.

A pile of junk or art? The answers isn't the eye of the beholder…read more My take... someone has a passion here and is trying to do something. I did see some junk but I also saw that someone has taken the junk and madenit into art installations which I enjoyed looking at and trying to interpret. I would suggest getting out of the car and walking around. 2 odd things that occurred while visiting: 1. 3 cats circled the car in front of us and refused to move. The driver had to get out of the car and physically move them. They were not afraid of people. 2. A woman was walking around the project wearing a picture frame around her neck like it wasn't odd... It's something to experience.

Came to Detroit just for the art scene so, of course, we couldn't pass up The Heidelberg Project!…read more It was top of our list to see! If you're not familiar with The Heidelberg Project, read up on it before you visit so you can appreciate it and be knowledgeable on what you are seeing. While we were there, we were lucky enough to meet with the artist and creator, Tyree Guyton. He was so informative, so friendly, and just an all around pleasure to meet and speak with. Keep in mind that The Heidelberg Project is always in progress. Tyree is always inspired and adding to the art. Also, keep in mind that some things you may see online are no longer present. I had seen pictures of the vinyl record house and the teddy bear house and was disappointed to see they were no longer standing when I visited. I heard that they burned down. Either way, they were vacant homes which will only last for so long. The Heidelberg Project is a vital part of the Detroit art scene and is a must see for visitors!

The Fisher Building was completed in 1928 honored with a silver medal in architecture in 1929 by…read morethe Architecture League of New York. Currently, it's an office building with a theater showing Broadway quality shows, and some shops and restaurants on the ground floor. One of the most recognizable sights on Detroit's skyline, the building is also known as "The Golden Tower." The original gold-leaf tiles on the tower were covered with asphalt during WWII for fear of bombing. Following the war the damaged gold tiles were replaced with green terra cotta tiles that are illuminated gold at night.

The most beautiful architect in the city! Came here for a bday photoshoot and found beautiful…read moredetails throughout the building, having our own private tour. Only thing is I wish there were more floors to explore but definitely a great spot to stop by in the city.

This is a fabulous venue with great shows. Detroit has some awesome art and some of the best of it…read moreis here.

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