7 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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Merry-Go-Round Museum and Michigan International Speedway. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Detroit: Liberty Aviation Museum (in Port Clinton), Put in Bay (Put In Bay Winery & Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial) and Cedar Point Amusement Park (in Sandusky). Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Detroit Institute of Arts, examine the collection at The Henry Ford, meet the residents at Toledo Zoo, and admire all the interesting features of Comerica Park.

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If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major airports are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Oakland County International Airport and Bishop International Airport. In June, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.