Top 10 cultural & heritage things to do in Detroit

1. Detroit Tigers game at Comerica Park

A lively baseball game experience at Comerica Park, with urban views and classic Detroit cuisine, unmatched by any other venue.

2. Downtown Detroit history walking tour

Two-hour guided walk starting at Campus Martius Park — highlights include Spirit of Detroit, Joe Louis Monument, and more.

3. Downtown Detroit walking tour — Art Deco and historic landmarks

Two miles on foot through Downtown Detroit, exploring Art Deco architecture, key historic sites, and urban legends with an informed guide.

4. Detroit highlights tour with Motown, Riverfront, and Belle Isle

Three to three-and-a-half hours in a climate-controlled van — see the Motown Museum, stroll the Detroit Riverwalk, and enjoy views from Belle Isle with a local guide.

5. 1-hour guided pedicab tour of Detroit's neighborhoods

One-hour pedicab tour through Detroit — explore murals and architectural highlights while enjoying an eco-friendly ride with a knowledgeable guide.

“Maxwell has a deep understanding of his town. As a tour guide, he excels at his job. Following this experience, we left feeling well-informed about Detroit.”— KIMC

6. Luxury electric boat cruise around Belle Isle

Seventy-five minutes on the Belle Isle Breeze — a fully electric cruise with views of Belle Isle, Windsor waterfront, and historic mansions along the Detroit riverfront.

“I had a fantastic time! The captain and crew were outstanding. The boat was spotless, and the cruise was both informative and enjoyable. I highly recommend this experience.”— Jeo327

7. Sit & Snack food tour in Detroit

Two hours of seated tastings at various spots — sample classic and local bites while gaining insight into Detroit’s culinary landscape and history.

“As food enthusiasts, we found this tour to be ideal! We enjoyed six delightful desserts while exploring some of Detroit's most remarkable architectural landmarks. Kacie, our insightful guide, shared extensive knowledge about the history of the downtown buildings. It was certainly worth the cost.”— Carol_M

8. Detroit food tour — 3 hours of iconic local flavours

Three hours on foot — taste classic Detroit-style pizza, Coney dogs, local drinks, and sweets at historic and contemporary eateries with an engaging guide.

“Fantastic tour, even with the cold and windy weather! Lori was outstanding, sharing a wealth of fascinating historical insights about Detroit.”— DotZumbaB

9. Detroit culinary tour: donuts, coffee, and pastries

Three-hour walking tour through downtown Detroit, sampling donuts, coffee, and pastries from local bakeries along the way.

“Destiny was fantastic! We enjoyed a variety of delightful treats while discovering the history of different areas in the city. It was wonderful to explore neighborhoods we might not have ventured into by ourselves.”— christinadT1797WI

10. Detroit history walking tour with a local historian

Ninety-minute walking tour covering eight historical stories in Detroit’s architectural landmarks, with an option for an extra 30 minutes of enigmatic legends.

“The tour provided an excellent opportunity to explore Detroit. Our guide was both informative and engaging. I would definitely recommend this experience.”— Amy_T