Detroit Travel Guide
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Founded in 1701 as "la Ville d'Etroit"—the City at the Straits—Detroit is one of the Midwest's oldest cities. Originally a strategic Native American and French trading post, by the mid-19th century the city was compared to Paris because of its scenic parks and beautiful architecture. The 20th century saw Detroit's evolution into the modern Motor City, the city that put the world on wheels.
Detroit Hotels
In addition to those in downtown Detroit, accommodations are available in suburban Novi, Southfield, and Troy, with their high concentration of corporate...read more
Detroit Restaurants
Each wave of immigrants to Detroit has made a culinary mark: You'll find soul food in the inner city, a vibrant Mexican community on the West Side, and...read more
Things To Do in Detroit
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Detroit
- $140* & up -- Nationwide Flights on American, R/T American Airlines
- $104* & up -- Flights for Next Weekend on American, R/T — $104 American Airlines
Detroit Experiences
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In every sense of the word, Henry Ford was a complex man. On one hand, he may have contributed more than any other individual besides his friend... Read more
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Detroit casts a long shadow over downtown Windsor, Ontario, its Canadian neighbor to the south (yes, south). Just across the Detroit River, Windsor... Read more
News & Features
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Trip Ideas
You might not expect to find yourself amongst wine grapes a mere 75 miles outside of New York City. ... Read more
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Travel Tips
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Family, Trip Ideas
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