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Ranked #1 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “A Must See!!” 06/19/2013
- “Amazing paintings” 06/19/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Considered to house one of the best art collections in the United States, the Institute showcases everything from mummies to...
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Considered to house one of the best art collections in the United States, the Institute showcases everything from mummies to modern art and African masks to Monets in its outstanding collection of over 65,000 works. Don't miss the General Motors Center for African American Art, a part of the DIA which showcases 400 pieces, in various media, by African American artists.
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Ranked #2 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Blown Away!!!” 06/19/2013
- “Highly entertaining!” 06/19/2013
Category: Specialty Museums; Historic Sites
The Motown Historical Museum at 2648 W. Grand Boulevard Detroit, Michigan 48208 was once the headquarters of Motown Records and Tamla Records during the heyday of the Motown Sound... more »
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Ranked #3 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “One of the most beautiful interiors in...” 05/28/2013
- “Very Unique Building” 05/27/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #4 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Very nice and clean ballpark” 06/19/2013
- “Tigers fans delight.” 06/18/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Home of the Detroit Tigers, this is no ordinary ballpark. Combination theme park, ballpark, and baseball museum, it features...
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Home of the Detroit Tigers, this is no ordinary ballpark. Combination theme park, ballpark, and baseball museum, it features huge statues of tigers, a Ferris wheel, carousel (with tigers, of course) and a fountain that celebrates each home run with colored lights and music.
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Ranked #5 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Very fine season...” 06/10/2013
- “Such a beautiful building” 05/31/2013
Category: Symphonies
A fantastic afternoon or evening should be spent with the DSO. Easy in/out parking garage only a less than 30 yards away from the front door-$7.00-$9.00! A beautiful 100 year... more »
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Ranked #6 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Stunning” 05/10/2013
- “Another gem of Detroit.” 04/23/2013
Category: Religious Sites
St. Mary Roman Catholic Church is the third oldest parish in Detroit, Michigan. (The parish is better known as Old St. Mary's Church to avoid confusion with other St. Mary's... more »
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Ranked #7 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “opera in Detroit?” 06/04/2013
- “Such a wonderful place!” 05/31/2013
Category: Theaters
The old Grand Circus Theater was transformed into this opera house.
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Ranked #8 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “nice for an indoor staudium...” 06/18/2013
- “Love this place!” 06/04/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #9 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “African American History” 05/28/2013
- “Great for special events” 05/07/2013
Category: History Museums; Libraries
Museum serves to document, preserve and educate the public on the history, life and culture of African Americans.
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Ranked #10 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Interesting exhibits and a nice way to...” 05/28/2013
- “I love this place!” 05/23/2013
Category: History Museums; Specialty Museums
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The Motor City Exhibition, where visitors see how a Cadillac is assembled, is just one of the many interesting displays at...
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The Motor City Exhibition, where visitors see how a Cadillac is assembled, is just one of the many interesting displays at this museum dedicated to telling the story of Detroit.
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Ranked #11 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Nothing to do.” 05/31/2013
- “Lots of fun.” 05/28/2013
Category: Specialty Museums; Specialty Shops; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #12 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Historic Gem!” 06/10/2013
- “Bad Neighborhood” 06/03/2013
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #13 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Very beautiful and relaxing” 06/19/2013
- “riverfront walk” 06/17/2013
Category: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
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Ranked #14 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Great acoustics” 05/15/2013
- “To: Orchestra Hall and the DSO with lo...” 04/23/2013
Category: Theaters
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Originally built for the symphony in 1919, this building was saved from destruction and now houses the Detroit Symphony...
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Originally built for the symphony in 1919, this building was saved from destruction and now houses the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.
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Ranked #15 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Artist in the House” 05/28/2013
- “Love it” 04/03/2013
Category: Educational Sites; Art Galleries
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Ranked #16 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Most beautiful church” 04/23/2013
- “beautiful architecture” 02/25/2013
Category: Religious Sites
Traditional cathedral ministry serves the greater metropolitan area of Detroit.
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Ranked #17 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “mexican town tour” 06/17/2013
- “Best mexican in metro Detroit” 06/13/2013
Category: Neighborhoods
Mexican section of southwest Detroit.
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Ranked #18 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Great Venue For Plays” 05/30/2013
- “I love this complex” 05/28/2013
Category: Concerts; Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #19 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “A Taste of Great Lakes Shipping Histor...” 05/28/2013
- “Dossin Museum Updated in May of 2013” 05/20/2013
Category: Specialty Museums
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Ranked #20 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Real movies in a real theater” 05/05/2013
- “Organ music and movies!” 03/14/2013
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #21 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Massive building for a massive company...” 06/14/2013
- “Complex to navigate. Feels old” 05/28/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Observation Decks/ Towers
Multi-towered skyscraper is the tallest building in Detroit that features an observation tower on the 72nd floor.
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Ranked #22 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “A piece of history, but it needs some...” 06/04/2013
- “Stupid Red Wings” 05/30/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Detroit sports center where the Red Wings won the 1997 Stanley Cup.
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Ranked #23 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “The people watching is an event in its...” 06/19/2013
- “Depressing and Disappointing!” 05/29/2013
Category: Neighborhoods
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The ouzo flows and the souvlaki sizzles on Monroe Street, the center of an ethnic section of Detroit dominated by Greek...
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The ouzo flows and the souvlaki sizzles on Monroe Street, the center of an ethnic section of Detroit dominated by Greek restaurants and businesses.
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Ranked #24 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Best Wy for Downtown to Downtown” 05/27/2013
- “its a tunnel” 05/15/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
first international vehicular tunnel
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Ranked #25 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Amazing look back in time!” 04/19/2013
- “Birthplace of the Model T Ford with ma...” 07/31/2012
Category: Specialty Museums
The Model T Automotive Heritage Complex is located at the former Ford Piquette Avenue Plant which is the birthplace of the Model T. The plant is well preserved and looks... more »
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Ranked #26 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Great place to get lost in” 06/09/2013
- “Poor customer services” 04/30/2013
Category: Libraries
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Ranked #27 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Not too much safe” 06/15/2013
- “Interesting” 06/15/2013
Category: Neighborhoods
Many major building attractions.
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Ranked #28 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Awesome Historic Place to See Your Fav...” 04/09/2013
- “Histortic place with great sound” 04/08/2013
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #29 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “The cemetery has been there forever.” 04/23/2013
- “Like a park” 03/26/2013
Category: Cemeteries
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Ranked #30 of 64 attractions in Detroit
- “Wonderful!” 03/17/2013
- “Literally Refreshing and Dependable Pe...” 12/23/2012
Category: Gardens
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