The Detroit Zoo is home to 125 acres of expansive habitats that house more than 2,000 animals of 233 species in the heart of Metro Detroit. Known as being the first U.S. zoo to feature barless habitats, the Detroit Zoo is an internationally recognized leader in animal welfare, conservation and sustainability.
The beautiful Detroit RiverWalk offers the best view of the Detroit skyline and Windsor across the river. Enjoy the carousel, parks, gardens and views
The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) has one of the largest and most significant art collections in the United States. With over 100 galleries, the DIA collection is regarded as among the top six museums in the United States with an encyclopedic collection which spans the globe from ancient Egyptian and European works to contemporary art. The museum’s central courtyard is decorated with a series of 27 murals by the Mexican painter Diego Rivera that depict Detroit’s automobile industry.
A vibrant exploration of genius in all its forms, Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation allows you to experience the strides of America’s greatest minds while fully immersing yourself in their stories.
Experience firsthand the sights, sounds and sensations of America’s fascinating formation, where over 80 acres brim with resourcefulness and ingenuity. Here, 300 years of American perseverance serve as a living reminder that anything is possible. Step foot in the lab where Thomas Edison had his lightbulb moment or the workshop where the Wright brothers taught us to reach for the sky. Take a ride in a real Model T, or a walk through four working farms.
The Edsel and Eleanor Ford House was the home of the family of Eleanor Clay Ford and Edsel Ford, son of Henry Ford and president of Ford Motor Company. The buildings of the home were designed by notable Detroit architect Albert Kahn, and its gardens and grounds were created by Jens Jensen, a renowned landscape designer. Both Edsel and Eleanor lived at the home until their deaths, in 1943 and 1976, respectively. Eleanor wanted the estate to be used for the benefit of the public, and the house, in its original condition, and grounds are open for guided tours. Additionally, the house also hosts special events, lectures, and classes.