Tour Detroit

Imagine the best of Detroit packaged in one neat itinerary to experience everything you want—with many exciting surprises. That’s right, we’re talking about taking a tour of Detroit!

1. Sightseeing Tours
2. ART & ARCHITECTURE TOURS
3. Food & Beverage Tours
4. History Tours
5. Sports Tours
6. Private/Customized Tours

Tours are one of the best ways to experience a city and Detroit has plenty to offer. Embark on scenic sightseeing tours to be wowed by our beautiful skyline. Immerse yourself in Detroit’s rich auto history with exclusive factory tours. Tap into your love of the arts inside museums, seeing larger-than-life murals, and one-of-a-kind sculpture parks. Explore eats and treats that you can only find in the D. Go behind the scenes of our sports arenas to keep the game day action going even during the off-season.

From full-day adventures to half-day excursions to fun ways to spend a couple of hours, we’ll highlight the best tours in Detroit and how you can be a part of them!

1 DAY | 1-3 HOURS

1. Sightseeing Tours

Dequindre Cut bike path by Bill Bowen
From skyline views to river cruises, these tours show off Detroit from a whole new perspective.

1. Cycling in the City Guided Tours (with Wheelhouse Detroit)

It’s pedal to the metal with Wheelhouse Detroit on a guided tour to many of Detroit’s hotspots. Cruise past Detroit’s architectural gems, gawk at endless public art, circle around Belle Isle, explore iconic neighborhoods, retrace the route of the Underground Railroad, and more.

How to book:
Bike tours available daily from mid-April to October. Make reservations for public tours online here.

2. Detroit Guided Tours (with Motor City Pedicab)

Sit back, relax, and let the Motor City Pedicab do all the work! Expert drivers mastered the art of multitasking—pedaling the open-air pedicabs through the streets of Downtown Detroit while simultaneously pointing out must-see landmarks, murals, and plenty of fun stories along the way.

How to book:
Book a 1-hour tour online here.

3. Detroit River Sightseeing Tours (with Diamond Jack River Tours)

All aboard! Climb into the iconic Diamond Belle ship and set sail down the Detroit River, the world’s busiest international waterway, with Diamond Jack River Tours. Enjoy riverside views of the Detroit Skyline, our neighboring Windsor, Canada’s skyline, and enjoy snacks and drinks.

How to book:
Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis for select dates between May and September. Check the schedule and get directions to the Cullen Plaza Dock online here.

2. Art & Architecture Tours

Credit: Nadir Ali

Discover masterpieces hanging inside a world-class museum…or the masterpieces dotting the skyline in these tours.

1. See the D: Downtown Detroit Walking Tour (with Detroit Food and City Tours)

Walk in the shadows of giants on this guided tour through Downtown Detroit to learn about the famous Art Deco Fisher Building, the RenCen (Michigan’s tallest building), famous plazas, and other landmarks with Detroit Food and City Tours.

How to book:
Check availability online here.

2. The Guardian Building: An Insider’s Tour (with Detroit Food and City Tours)

Get an exclusive inside look at the Guardian building, named the most beautiful building in Detroit. The 50-minute guided tour spotlights the building’s interior and exterior design, and even provides access to areas not open to the public.

How to book:
Check availability online here.

3. Detroit Institute of Arts Guided Tour

The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is one of the most renowned museums in the world, featuring works by Diego Rivera, Vincent Van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, and Benjamin West. Join this guided daily tour to explore the museum’s most famous works from a collection of more than 65,000 pieces.

How to book:
The tour is free with general admission tickets available here.

4. Murals in the Market (with RiDetroit)

Eastern Market is home to more than 125 colorful murals. See stunning creations from Detroit and International artists on a walking or biking tour through the district with RiDetroit to explore the city’s creative side.

How to book:
A minimum of 6 people are required to book the tour. Make reservations online here.

5. Outdoor Art & Sculpture Park (with RiDetroit)

Detroit is home to some unique art projects that are easy to miss when driving by. Slow down the pace on an eBike tour with RiDetroit to see how art projects like the Heidelberg Project and Lincoln Street Art Park have transformed the urban landscape.

How to book:
A minimum of 6 people are required to book the tour. Make reservations online here.

6. Thanksgiving Day Parade Studio Tour (with the Parade Company)

Nearly 1 million spectators line the streets of Detroit every year for America’s Thanksgiving Parade to see gigantic floats soaring above the D. But where do those floats go after the parade? They’re housed inside the 200,000 square-foot Parade Company studio. The facility proudly opens its doors to the public year-round, giving visitors a peek behind the scenes of putting on one of the nation’s largest Thanksgiving Day parades. See instantly recognizable floats, festive costumes, and learn how they’re made when you join this guided tour through the warehouse.

How to book:
Available via reservation only. Book your tour online here.

3. Food & Beverage Tours

Credit: Underground Donut Tour

Pack your appetite! These food-filled tours let you take a bite out of the D.

1. “Come Hungry, Leave Happy” Strolling Brunch Tours (with Feet on the Street Tours)

Voted one of the “Best Food Tours in America” by USA Today, Feet on the Street Tours has hosted food tours for more than 20 years in the tastiest districts in Detroit. Eat your way through the eclectic, locally-owned stalls of Eastern Market, boasting made-in-Detroit pizza, fresh produce, savory sweets, and more on this popular tour. Stroll Downtown’s Capitol Park for specialty brunch bites tucked between historic buildings preserving the stories of Detroit’s role as Michigan’s first capital city. Discover the clash of old and new in Midtown’s Cass Corridor full of eateries spanning the eras.

How to book:
Check ticket availability online here.

2. Downtown Detroit Donut & Pastry Tour (with Underground Donut Tour)

From finger-licking pastries in Greektown’s bakeries to artisanal treats in Parker’s Alley to a French-inspired Downtown patisserie, the Underground Donut Tour gives you delicious reasons to cheat on your diet for the day!

How to book:
Reserve your spot online here.

3. Iconic Foods of Detroit Walking Tour (with Detroit Food and City Tours)

Hot Coney dogs? Fizzy and fruity Faygos? Hearty Detroit-style pizza? It’s a full menu of iconic Detroit eats, and you’ll get a chance to taste them all with Detroit Food and City Tours.

How to book:
Check availability online here.

4. The Brewery Hop: Detroit’s Independent Brewery Tour (with Detroit Bus Co.)

Did you know that Michigan ranks #6 among US states for the most craft breweries? It has more than 400 craft breweries and Detroit Bus Co’s Brewery Hop Tour takes you to the best of the best locally in the 313. Complimentary pints are served at each stop in this spirited tour.

How to book:
Only available as a private tour. Make reservations online here.

4. History Tours

Greenfield Village

Uncover Detroit’s past by exploring major events and activities that shaped Detroit into what it is today.

1. Detroit History Tours

It’s a blast from the past as Detroit History Tours immerses you in more than 325 years of Detroit history. Learn how historic buildings became famous landmarks, delve into Detroit’s sports legacies, pull back the curtains of our iconic theaters, and even explore the bizarre that still has historians puzzled to this day.

How to book:
Check availability for your favorite tours online here.

2. Ford Rouge Factory Tour

See why Detroit is truly the “Motor City!” The Ford Rouge Factory was where the assembly line was invented, helping produce more than 4,000 vehicles per day at its peak, with more than 100,000 factory workers. Catwalk across the Plant Walkway above the assembly line floor to see how the F-150 is made. See the plant’s history brought back to life through archive films screened in the Legacy Theater. See iconic cars like the Model T, Thunderbird, and Ford Mustang that were produced onsite at the factory in the Legacy Gallery.

How to book:
Tickets available online here.

3. Prohibition in Detroit (with Detroit Bus Co.)

Buckle up on this ride through Detroit’s prohibition history. Visit the Riverfront that helped transport 75% of Canadian-imported alcohol into Detroit. Stop by the lavish Aniwa Club, which hosted invite-only, alcohol-friendly parties. Discover Eastern Market and Forest Park’s role in illegal alcohol production that spearheaded Detroit’s underworld.

How to book:
Check availability for upcoming tours online here.

4. Drunks of Antiquity: The Detroit Historic Bar Tour (with Detroit Bus Co.)

Detroit Bus Co. is your designated driver as you drink your way through Detroit’s history inside our storied bars. Explore barrooms frozen in time while hearing legendary tales still whispered by these aged walls.

How to book:
Check availability for upcoming tours online here.

5. Sports Tours

Every day is gameday when you immerse yourself in these tours for the ultimate sports fan!

1. Detroit Tigers Stadium Tour

Claw your way behind-the-scenes at Comerica Park, home to the Detroit Tigers. This 90-minute guided tour takes you to areas of the ballpark you typically don’t experience during game day. Enjoy the views from the Ernie Harwell Media Center Press Box, sit in the dugout, check out the official locker rooms, and you’ll even get a photo opportunity on the field.

How to book:
Request a tour online here.

2. Detroit Pistons/Red Wings Arena Tour

Little Caesars Arena (LCA) is the newest stadium built in Downtown Detroit to host the Detroit Pistons (NBA) and Detroit Red Wings (NHL). Tour this state-of-the-art facility to see views from luxurious suites, photo ops with preserved memorabilia from past stadiums, the visitors’ locker rooms, and more. Note that the home team locker rooms are not included.

How to book:
Request a tour online here.

Private/Customized Tours

Craving something more unique? Many local Detroit tour companies offer private, group, and customizable tours tailored to your interests to ensure you see everything you want during your visit to Detroit. Start planning with these companies:

Bianco Charter and Tours
Distinctively Detroit Tours
Show Me Detroit Tours

Self-Guided Tours

Want to experience Detroit at your own pace? Check out our Digital Detroit Maps to plan your own route around the D. These interactive maps spotlight top attractions, museums, green spaces, and more to help you get around. Search for your favorite attractions or see what’s nearby your hotel and start exploring!

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