Michigan

Framed by four of the five Great Lakes, Michigan is all about the great outdoors—cherry blossoms in spring, swimming and boating around Lake Huron in summer, fiery foliage everywhere in fall, and skating and ice fishing on Lake Michigan come winter. Revitalized Detroit has become a cultural capital. Its dynamic food scene runs from East African dishes at Baobob Fare to the seasonal fruit pies at Sister Pie. Culture is everywhere, from outdoor walls that get fresh murals each year courtesy of the festival BLKOUT Walls to the Detroit Institute of Arts and Motown Museum.

Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior in Michigan with pine trees all along the coastline

Isle Royale National Park is among the natural wonders along Lake Superior in Michigan.

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Planning your trip

Use these articles, resources, and guides to plan and inspire your next trip to Michigan.

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From popular sports bars to swanky speakeasies, Detroit runs the gamut when it comes to drinking parlors. Wanna watch a Red Wings game? We’ve got you covered. Rather have an old-school cocktail made with high-end spirits? No problem. Wanna try a locally produced craft beer? We’ve got that, too. Detroit is an imbiber’s mecca, with many bars and watering holes within walking distance of cultural sites and hotels. Spend a night bar hopping the streets of Midtown or Downtown.
When you think of Detroit you often don’t think of natural sites and green spaces. Visions of factories spewing smoke come to mind, but Detroit is in Michigan: a state known for pristine beaches and lovely public land. While you might have to head further out of the city center to experience Michigan’s true natural beauty, Detroit and its surrounding areas do offer spots for reflection and relaxation. Here are our top five outdoor spaces in or near Detroit.
New York and Washington D.C. may have more cultural institutions per square mile but Detroit has plenty to offer any visitor looking for something that’s not food-, drink-, or sports-related. Start the day at the Detroit Institute of Arts, a world-class museum that almost had to sell its paintings a few years back. Luckily, you can still enjoy your Rembrandts and Rodins in peace. Take in a play or an opera or learn about the stars. You’ll need more than a day to see the cultural sites here.
Detroit is a city on the brink of rapid growth and change. No longer the butt of jokes, the Motor City is thriving, with a wealth of cultural, sporting, and culinary offerings. From the artistic wonders on display at the DIA, to the art deco beauty of the Fox Theatre, to cheering on the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park, the city boasts a wealth of exciting activities for every age and interest.
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