Whether you’ve lived in Detroit your whole life or are visiting for the first time, this tour will show you a Detroit that defies your expectations. See major landmarks, world renowned architecture, new developments, local small businesses and some of the great historical spots from an insider’s perspective. You’ll also learn about how Detroit’s history shaped where we are today, what’s happening now and what lies ahead for this influential city.

Total Walking Distance = ~2 miles

Tour Duration: ~2 hours

Your purchase of a ticket, tickets or redeemable gift cards to this tour support City Institute's ability to offer free public tours such as Detroit's Black History by the People That Lived It Walking Tour and our Redlining, Racism and Segregation in Detroit Virtual Tour.

Weather Policy:

Tours will occur indefinitely, rain or shine, unless a severe weather warning is issued by the national weather service on the date of the tour for the time of the tour. Weather related cancellation or ticket transfer requests will not be approved unless submitted at least 48 hours in advance of the event start time. If a severe weather warning or event causes the tour to be canceled, City Institute will offer to transfer participant tickets to another date or provide a refund.

Accessibility:

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To request accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact hello@thecityinstitute.com at least 2 weeks prior to your desired tour date.

Parking:

Utilizing special lots with shuttles or nearby transit lines is recommend and can be found by visiting this guide. On-street parking is expected to be extremely limited and is not recommended on this tour date.

This tour is produced by City Institute. Please visit www.thecityinstitute.com to hear interviews with Detroit residents, community leaders, and small business owners or to schedule a tour for your group on any number of topics.

Want to send someone a gift certificate to use for tickets to any of these dates? Purchase those here: https://www.thecityinstitute.com/gift-cards