Very beautiful building with amazing architecture. The design is so unique. Definitely a must visit…read morefrom Detroit. There's a coffee place, and you can seat around and stay watching for a long time. Ps. Also has public restrooms, which sometimes are hard to find.

This is one of the must see buildings on the historical detriot tourist list! The Guardian Building…read moreis one of the most iconic landmarks in the city. It was completed in 1929 during the city's automotive boom. It is also often referred to as the Cathedral of Finance. It's a breathtaking Art Deco design inside and out. Make sure to take time to appreciate the detail, that makes it so special. The bold colors, the amazing tile work, and vaulted lobby are stunning. It history and beauty makes it so much more than "office building". We lucked out and found street parking but would have paid for a garage. It is absolutely worth stepping inside to look around. Website: www.guardianbuilding.com

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.

Beautiful building; I wished the theatre part had been open, but still, it is always beautiful to…read moresee an old building taken care of like this one. They have some nice shops inside, and also if you're exploring the city is a stop to make.

The Ambassador Bridge connects Detroit, Michigan to Windsor Ontario, Canada. It's the second time…read morethat I have been on this bridge and you get a great view of the skyline. It's a nice and smooth ride while you're on the bridge. They check passports entering Canada and coming back into the US. It's a $9 toll each way for using the bridge. Upon leaving Canada they have a duty free store at the border. I didn't find things that were that cheap. I did pick up a candy bar. Last time, I got myself a perfume.

I've never done the Ambassador Bridge before but have always wanted to since I moved back to…read moreDetroit. It's a long standing part of the Detroit skyline and I finally got to cross it yesterday. The ride was smooth but let me tell you, they have barricades up and it can be slightly confusing as to where to go. I almost followed two trucks to the truck zone! The customs agents are fine and they have a border shop on the Canadian side for purchases of alcohol, purses, jewelry and other items. I think it's all tax free! I love the skyline view when crossing the bridge because you can see the rencen and the updated train station that was reopened over the summer. You can pay cash when entering the US, which is weird because going through the tunnel on the way to the border you could only pay by card. I also enjoyed the large Canadian and American flags huge from above to show which country you're in.

So i need to warn you guys belle isle is fun its located in metro Detroit its an island basically…read morehas a nature center multiple playgrounds casino beach fountain and swimming pool and much more but i meed to warn you about 2 things here one is the giant slide DO NOT GO ON THE GIANT SLIDE I've been on it it was ok but you go at top speeds it is absolutely not like the carnival slides it has guard rails bit one on each slide and the second thing is the beach so there was breaking news so i received a news alert that there was an alligator found there for any of those non Michigan residents no there is no gators and for those michiganders who believe there are no jellyfish in Michigan you are so wrong there are fresh water jellyfish they have a very mild sting and they look like moon jellyfish

Belle Isle has changed dramatically over the last several years. Since the state took over…read moremanagement, the park feels cleaner, safer, and far more maintained than it once did. The investment really shows -- from the roads and landscaping to the public spaces along the water. It's one of the best places in Detroit to relax, walk, or ride, and the bike paths are perfect whether you're on a regular bike, e-bike, scooter, or just cruising around the island. The views of the Detroit River and skyline make it feel like a completely different environment from the city only minutes away.

I saw the huge black fist sculpture & after reading another one of Bruce's informative reviews…read moreunderstand it's a tribute to the boxer Joe Lewis. This monument represents the power of Lewis' punch both inside & outside the ring. Because of Louis' efforts to fight Jim Crow laws, the fist was symbolically intended as a statement against racism.

"The Fist" is a sculpture tribute to the great legendary boxer Joe Louis, well known as the "Brown…read moreBomber." A gift from the Sports Illustrated magazine to the people of the City of Detroit, it was installed near Hart Plaza in 1986. The 24-foot-long bronze forearm and clenched fist is suspended from a 24-foot-high pyramidal frame and weights an amazing 8000 pounds! Joe Louis was World Heavyweight Champion from 1937 to 1949. His 1938 victory over German boxer Max Schmeling was seen as a symbolic blow to Nazi ideology. There might be other "Fist" monuments in the world. This one is the best. [Round number review 700 of 2025 - 407 in Michigan - 24261 overall]

The Spirit of Detroit isn't just a statue--it's the symbol of the city, and honestly, it hits…read moredifferent when you see it in person. Standing front and center downtown, this massive green figure holds a sphere in one hand and a family in the other, representing God and the people--basically everything Detroit stands for at its core: strength, unity, and community. It's one of the most photographed spots in the city, but it's way more than just a photo op. This is the heart of the 313. What makes it even more special is how connected it is to the people. Whenever Detroit sports teams make a run, you'll see the statue repping jerseys. Big moments, big celebrations, big comebacks--the Spirit of Detroit is always part of it. It's not just watching the city grow, it's growing with it. There's also so much history behind it. Installed in 1958, this piece has stood through every chapter of Detroit's story--the highs, the struggles, and the comeback. And through it all, it's remained a constant reminder of what the city stands for. You don't just look at it--you feel what it represents. The location makes it even better. Right near Woodward, surrounded by the movement of downtown, it feels alive. People gathering, taking pictures, passing by--it's always part of the action, just like Detroit itself. But more than anything, it's the pride. Real Detroit pride. The kind you can't fake. The Spirit of Detroit represents resilience, hustle, and heart--the things that make this city what it is. If you're in Detroit, you have to stop here. Not just for the picture, but for the feeling. This isn't just a statue--it's Detroit in its purest form. 313 forever.

This muscular man near the Detroit River is the Spirit of Detroit. It is cast bronze with a green…read morepatina that could be copper but isn't. He's 26 feet tall and was dedicated in 1958. At the time, it was the largest cast bronze statue since the Renaissance. In his left hand, he's holding a gilded sphere radiating rays, symbolizing divinity. In his right hand, a family, representing human relationships. Behind him, the marble wall is a quote from 2 Corinthians 3:17, "Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty." He seems to get a few people posing in front of him, mimicking his style and pose. I opted not to do that and waited to get clear pictures. [Review 699 of 2025 - 406 in Michigan - 24260 overall]

2024 Detroit Jazz Festival Great space! Beautiful event!…read more I can't wait until the next one. Delicious food, a variety of vendors, excellent music, and a lot of great people.

This plaza is dedicated to Philip Hart, the senator for Michigan. This 14-acre plaza opened in…read more1975 and has a capacity for about 40,000 people. At the center of the It is in downtown Detroit, along the river where Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac landed in 1701 when he founded Fort Pontchartrain du Détroit, the settlement that became Detroit. It was quiet & looked clean on a Thursday afternoon except for the men that were passed out on benches.

One of the easiest tourist attractions you'll ever visit... and you can't beat free!…read more Perched at the northern end of Canada's best-known border city, looking across the river at a world power and the magic that is the D, you'll find this park. It's actually part of a large strip of connected parks creating a fantastic waterfront enjoyed by many. With cycling and walking paths, beautiful lawns and flower gardens and impressive vistas in all directions, this spot is impressive at pretty much any time of day, in all weather and through the whole year! See you there!

This park is really a gem. I was only passing through in Windsor, and Lee and I had wanted to go…read morefind a geocache while we were in the area, as well as seeing the Detroit skyline, so looking at the map led us to here. I'm glad we came down here! The park is gorgeous, with many different sections along the waterfront. The Waterfront Trail, which is a 1600km bicycle path along the Great Lakes. There's a memorial garden, which is gorgeous, and there are a number of other little walkways and other public facilities. Even if you're just passing through, I highly recommend taking some time to stop at this park, the views are worth it!

Hamtramck ain't really the best neighborhood. Nonetheless, it's an opportunity for folks to learn…read moremore. They've got the Disneyland art installation that's def worth seeing. My GPS led me right in front of the house. Head out back. It stretches only across two backyards. You'll see lots of random things, like an old TV, the top half of a mannequin, paintings, an airplane, etc. Not sure what it all means. At the end of the day, we could invest more in neighborhoods like this.

Honestly thought this place was going to be interesting and fun but it was very small located in…read morethe heart of Hamtramck and very unique but could tell they had kind of let the place fall apart. But still a experience at least stop by and see for yourself. Does have a strong artistic vibe.

John Judson Bagley, Michigan's 16th governor (1873-1877), left $5,000 in his will for a public…read moredrinking fountain that would provide "water cold and pure as the coldest mountain stream." Bagley was also Detroit's police commissioner and a key figure in founding the Republican Party and Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Company. The fountain was designed in 1885 by Henry Hobson Richardson after one in Venice's St. Mark's Basilica and is made from pink granite. It features four lion heads. It has moved around Detroit a few times, landing here in Cadillac Square in 2007. It the only surviving work by Richardson in the Detroit area, making it a rare architectural gem and while it wasn't flowing today, it's still worth stopping to check out. [Review 690 of 2025 - 397 in Michigan - 24251 overall]

This is a neat thing to see while we were in Detroit visiting. When I came across the balor…read moreMemorial in Fountain this was actually Detroit first public water fountain. It was made in the 1800s and stand strong and tall right in Detroit still. It's cool thing to see you when you're in the area I like visiting things like this