5 days in Detroit Itinerary

Founded in 1701 by a French explorer and adventurer, Detroit exerted a profound impact on the world for most of the 20th century.

Get in touch with nature at Maumee Bay State Park and Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Old Woman Creek State Nature Preserve and Fisher Building. When in Detroit, make a side trip to see Paint Creek Trail in Rochester, approximately Rochester away. The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Detroit Institute of Arts, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, contemplate the long history of Motown Museum, and learn more about the world around you at DNR Outdoor Adventure Center.

To see maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Detroit trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Ukraine, the closest major aiports are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Bishop International Airport, Oakland County International Airport and St Clair County International Airport. February in Detroit sees daily highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C at night.