Detroit Highlights Tour: Motown, Riverfront & Belle Isle
from $59.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Experience Detroit’s rich culture, music history, architecture, and waterfront beauty on this guided Detroit Highlights Tour. Travel comfortably in a climate-controlled executive shuttle van while exploring iconic Detroit destinations including Michigan Central Station, Corktown, the Detroit Riverfront, Motown culture, and Belle Isle.
Along the way, your local Experience Host will share insider stories, Detroit history, cultural insights, and comeback stories that bring the Motor City to life. Enjoy scenic skyline views, waterfront photo stops, and a relaxed touring experience designed for visitors, families, reunions, and private small groups.
• Private small-group experience for up to 14 guests
• Executive climate-controlled transportation
• Scenic Detroit skyline and waterfront photo stops
• Detroit storytelling and cultural insights
• Belle Isle scenic viewing experience
• Approximately 3-hour guided experience
2 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Meet at the front crosswalk/main entrance area of Michigan Central Station for check-in and departure. Your Experience Host/driver will contact you upon arrival. Vehicle: Black Executive Ford F350 Transit Van (15-passenger) with Michigan Shuttle, Inc. signage displayed.
Itinerary
- 1Michigan Central Station
Begin your Detroit experience at the iconic Michigan Central Station in historic Corktown. Guests will enjoy views of Detroit’s restored architectural landmark while learning about the city’s remarkable comeback, history, and transformation before departing for the tour.
- 2Motown Museum
Drive by the legendary Motown Museum, birthplace of the Motown sound and home to the early careers of artists like Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, and The Jackson 5. While the museum undergoes expansion and renovation, guests will enjoy exterior views, photo opportunities, and guided storytelling about Detroit’s global impact on music and culture.
- 3Detroit RiverFront
At the Detroit Riverwalk, travelers will step out to enjoy one of the city’s most scenic waterfront destinations. Guests will take a relaxed walk along the river’s edge with sweeping views of the Detroit skyline and the international waterfront across the river. Your guide will share stories about Detroit’s maritime history, the city’s transformation, and how the Riverwalk became a centerpiece of Detroit’s revitalization. Travelers will have time to take photos, enjoy the fresh air, and experience the energy of the riverfront as boats pass by and the city skyline frames the view. This stop offers a peaceful yet iconic moment of the tour—perfect for capturing memorable photos and seeing Detroit from one of its most beautiful vantage points.
- 4Belle Isle Park
Enjoy a scenic stop at Belle Isle Park, one of Detroit’s most iconic waterfront destinations. Travelers will have time to walk, take photos, and enjoy panoramic views of the Detroit skyline and riverfront while learning about the island’s history, architecture, and cultural significance.
What's included
- Detroit cultural and historical storytelling
- Detroit skyline and waterfront photo stops
- Executive climate-controlled transportation
- Local Detroit Experience Host narration
- Belle Isle scenic viewing experience
- Detroit-themed music experience
- Private small-group touring experience
Not included
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities (optional)
- Admission fees to optional attractions
- Personal expenses
- Hotel pickup/drop-off unless otherwise arranged
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This experience includes light walking and periodic vehicle entry/exit during sightseeing stops.
