Darbi & Dominic
Things To Do
The Motown Museum
Darbi took this tour when she was a freshman in high school and still talks about it! The Motown Museum is a must when you are visiting Detroit. As a gift from us to you for making the trip to Detroit, we have provided complimentary tours of Hitsville USA on Monday the 29th, and Tuesday the 30th. Please see the RSVP to let us know you'd like to reserve a time.
The Rink at Campus Martius Park
The Rink at Campus Martius Park is a popular outdoor ice skating rink in downtown Detroit, known for its festive atmosphere, city skyline views, and its ranking as the #1 ice skating rink in the U.S. by USA Today readers. Also, enjoy the Christmas market!
The Henry Ford: Greenfield Village & Museum of American Innovation
Greenfield Village & the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation in Dearborn, MI, offer a unique, immersive experience showcasing America’s rich history of ingenuity and progress. Greenfield Village transports visitors back in time with historic homes, working farms, and demonstrations of early American craftsmanship, while the museum highlights groundbreaking innovations, from the Wright brothers’ airplane to the Rosa Parks bus. Together, they provide an inspiring journey through the country’s industrial and cultural advancements. Greenfield Village & Rouge Factory are open December 30 & 31.
Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA)
The DIA's collection is among the top six in the United States, with more than 65,000 works. Among the notable acquisitions for the DIA are Mexican artist Diego Rivera's Detroit Industry fresco cycle, which Rivera considered his most successful work, and Vincent van Gogh's Self-Portrait, the first Van Gogh painting to enter a U.S. museum collection. The DIA is closed on December 31.
Michigan Central
Michigan Central Station, located in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood, is a historic train station that first opened in 1913 as the main depot for the Michigan Central Railroad. The grand 18-story building once served thousands of passengers daily before closing in 1988 and standing vacant for decades. In 2018, Ford Motor Company purchased the station and began a six-year restoration to transform it into a hub for innovation and mobility. The newly renovated Michigan Central Station officially reopened on June 6, 2024.
The Yard at Corktown
The Yard at Corktown is a unique indoor/outdoor event venue and entertainment center in Detroit, offering games, axe throwing, and a full bar with food from a resident taco truck. It features a large selection of board games, pinball, shuffleboard, and giant beer pong.
The Brakeman
The Brakeman is a beer hall and sports bar in the heart of Detroit, known for its rotating selection of craft beers from the Midwest. The space also features classic bar games and many TVs, perfect for game days.
Green Dot Stables
Green Dot Stables is a popular Detroit restaurant known for its wide variety of inexpensive, creative sliders, including unique options like Korean and Cuban flavors, as well as classic bar food like truffle fries and mac & cheese. It's a casual, "hole-in-the-wall" spot with a laid-back atmosphere.
Lafayette Coney Island
Lafayette Coney Island is a beloved Detroit landmark known for serving up one of the city’s most iconic dishes — the coney dog. Established in 1917, this historic diner sits next to its longtime rival, American Coney Island, creating one of Detroit’s most famous food rivalries. The classic Detroit coney dog — a hot dog topped with chili, mustard, and onions — has become a symbol of the city’s working-class roots and culinary pride. Generations of Detroiters and visitors alike have made Lafayette a must-stop spot, celebrating the enduring tradition of the coney dog as a true taste of Detroit.
The Aladdin Sane
The Aladdin Sane is an intimate, Japanese-inspired cocktail bar located in the lower level of Detroit's historic Book Tower, named after David Bowie's album. It offers a curated experience with experimental and classic cocktails, rare Japanese whiskies, and an omakase-style tasting menu, all within a moody, dark-wood interior designed for conversation. The bar is known for its high-end spirits, unique cocktails inspired by Bowie, and a sophisticated, speakeasy-like atmosphere.
Candy Bar
Candy Bar, located inside The Siren Hotel in downtown Detroit, is a glamorous cocktail lounge known for its signature pink décor, vintage-inspired ambiance, and expertly crafted drinks.