Quick Summary:
There are numerous things to do in Detroit covering a wide range of interests. Belle Isle, an island park in the city, is a treasure trove of free attractions, including a nature center with animals and an aquarium. There are many parks for visitors to spend some time relaxing and playing in. There are free tours in several parts of the city and festival at different times of the year. Some attractions are free only on certain days – please check before you go.
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Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory
Belle Isle Park
Cullen Plaza
Detroit Historical Museum
Detroit International Jazz Festival
Detroit RiverWalk
Dossin Great Lakes Museum
Eastern Market
Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum
The Dequindre Cut Freight Yard
Grand Circus Park
The Heidelberg Project
William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor
Mt. Elliott Park & Pavilion
Belle Isle Nature Center
The Belle Isle Aquarium
New Center Park
Gabriel Richard Park
GMRENCEN Tour
Sanders Candy Factory Tour
The Detroit Experience Factory
Annual African World Festival
Batman v Superman Tour
Experience Detroit Self Guided Tours
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