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The 20 best things to do in Detroit
  • Things to do

The list of the best things to do in Detroit is exhaustive, in all the best ways. Not only does the Motor City ooze history (hello, Motown Record Corporation and Ford Motor Company), but artists, creatives, chefs and the like are busy opening some of the country’s best coffee shops, bars, restaurants and bohemian stores. Detroit is also home to fab art museums, trendy markets, some of the best pizza in America and heaps more cool stuff. Check out our list below of the 20 best things to do in Detroit and start planning your next trip to Michigan's largest city.  Done something on this list and loved it? Share it with the hashtag #TimeOutDoList and tag @TimeOutEverywhere. Find out more about how Time Out selects the very best things to do all over the world.

The 10 best restaurants in Detroit
  • Restaurants

Detroit’s restaurant scene benefits from a roster of award-winning chefs, an array of well-cultivated newcomers who are bringing innovative experiences and incredible flavors to Motor City and, of course, a slew of palates craving top-notch food. In addition to offering tourists and locals a set of fun things to do, beautiful hotels and exciting vibes, the city bestows all with a gastronomical culture that is so ethnically varied that a single meal may feel like a trip around the world. How to find your way through the gridlock of both high-end and more casual eateries? Easy: follow our guide to the best restaurants in Detroit. Napkins at the ready.

  • Things to do

What’s the deal with Corktown?  Corktown has seen many iterations, from its origin as a haven for Irish immigrants to the era as the home of the Detroit Tigers (the city's major-league baseball team who moved downtown 20 years ago). But the neighborhood’s latest iteration is perhaps the most exciting yet, with boundary-pushing chefs, unique vintage finds, and a burgeoning cocktail scene waiting to be explored. More changes are already on the horizon: Ford Motor Company has purchased the old Michigan Central station as a campus to develop electric vehicles, and alongside retail and housing it’s investing $10 million into the Corktown community. There’s already plenty of new construction happening. But through it all, you’ll still find the creativity and grit that defines Detroit. Visit the new and trendy, but don’t forget about the stalwarts—this is an important and historic part of the city, and the people who live here don’t want you to forget it. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the 50 coolest neighbourhoods in the world If you only do one thing… Eldorado General Store. Photograph: Courtesy Eldorado General Store Hit up Eldorado General Store, which is like a collection of all of the best finds from the ultimate road trip. You’ll find everything vintage here, from killer suede boots to funky crystals. Get cultured Let us not forget the rich musical history of Detroit. The Motown Museum takes you through the history of Hitsville, and will become even more comprehensive after i

  • Shopping
  • Lifestyle

Celebrations marked Detroit's recent entrance into the world of legalized marijuana, and the state of Michigan has wasted no time in flinging open the door to dozens upon dozens of dispensaries. If you're in the Motor City and looking for an ‘elevated’ experience – or just hoping to unwind after a long day – these are our recommendations for the best dispensaries in Detroit.  There’s a little bit of everything sprinkled in here – from high-end, curated lounges to off-the-grid spots with surprisingly expansive selections of flower, edibles and more. Many of them even offer curbside pick-up or delivery straight to your... couch. (Assuming you've already stocked up on food from one of the best restaurants in Detroit, that is.)   RECOMMENDED: The 20 best things to do in Detroit

Belle Isle Aquarium
  • Attractions
  • Zoo and aquariums
  • Belle Isle
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One of Detroit’s truly historic icons, the Belle Isle Aquarium is the oldest public aquarium in the U.S. Opened in 1904, this ornate building features a single large gallery under an arched, green tile ceiling, to evoke a spookily-accurate underwater ambience. The aquarium (which also served as a speakeasy during Prohibition) is now run by volunteers and opens every Saturday and Sunday from 10am-4pm. If you’re heading over to Belle Isle—a 982-acre island park on the Detroit River—take time to check out the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory (7000 Inselruhe Ave, 313-331-7760) too, a beautiful 13-acre botanical garden and greenhouse a short walk from the aquarium.

HopCat
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • Restaurants
  • American
  • Midtown

With 130 beers on tap, this wood-trimmed Detroit bar is one of the city’s best spots for drinking—but its tasty, comfort food-stocked menu makes it one of the best for eating, too. Dine on brew-friendly snacks such as loaded baked potato dip, beer-battered French fries appropriately named Crack Fries, and the flavor-packed Madtown Grilled Cheese: dill havarti, smoked gouda and muenster piled onto sourdough along with sliced apples, garlic aioli and honey.

RiverWalk
  • Attractions
  • Parks and gardens
  • Waterfront
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Unfurling alongside the city’s spectacular waterfront, the RiverWalk is a 5.5-mile promenade boasting outstanding views of the Detroit River beyond. During the summer months it offers a cooler place to exercise than the heat of the city, with locals flocking in their thousands to run, walk or cycle its picturesque course. There are plenty of way stations en route too—for eating, drinking and bike or kayak renting. For those visiting for the first time, there are also free RiverWalk tours given by the excellent Detroit Experience Factory (23 Monroe St, 313-962-4590).

Eastern Market
  • Shopping
  • Markets and fairs
  • Eastern Market

A Saturday morning institution in these parts, Eastern Market is a one-stop, six-block shop of foodie heaven. The largest historic market in the country, it covers an enormous 43 acres, selling pretty much every kind of food imaginable—as well as hosting the largest open-air flowerbed market in the U.S. It can get very busy—some 45,000 people come here every Saturday—so if you need a breather, head to the Russell Street Deli (2465 Russell St, 313-567-2900), where a delicious breakfast menu is served all day, including their famous fresh hotcakes with roasted pecans and maple syrup.