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    Explore Detroit's Guardian Building Insider Tour

    Tour Detroit’s Guardian Building with insider-only access

    4.9 stars• 268 reviews
    From$15/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1 Hour

    Includes

    Guided tour, Exclusive access

    Highlights

    Explore the Guardian Building, Detroit’s art-deco “Cathedral of Finance,” on a guided one-hour tour. Learn its history and step into spaces that are usually off-limits to the public.

    • Follow a professional Detroit guide through the Guardian Building
    • Discover art-deco details throughout this landmark skyscraper
    • Enter insider-only areas that are off-limits to the public
    • Visit hidden bank vaults and hear stories of the gold they once held
    • Stop by the Guardian Building gift shop after the tour

    What's Included

    • Narrated building tour with a professional Detroit guide
    • Access to insider areas of the Guardian Building

    Things to know

    The building is not fully accessible; some areas are only reachable by stairs. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent. Gratuities are not included; clarify the expected amount with Greetwell before booking.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 72+ hours before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations with less than 72 hours notice are not refunded. No-shows are charged full price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    FAQs

    Arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time.

    Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Flip-flops, high heels, and dress shoes are not recommended.

    No. Leave pets at home or at your hotel.

    Meeting details

    500 Griswold St, Ste 250, Detroit, Michigan 48226

    Experience provided by City Tour Detroit
    Experience provided by City Tour Detroit

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    $15.90

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    Youth

    $7.42

    Ages 6-10

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    268 reviews•Google Maps

    Detroit locals and visitors consistently rave about these tours, particularly the Guardian Building experience. The guides steal the show here: Lorrie, Melissa, Phil, and Davy all get enthusiastic shoutouts for being knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely excellent at their craft. People love the access you get beyond the stunning lobby—the basement vault and 32nd floor panoramic views are frequent highlights. The walking tours also impress, with guides who bring real energy and insider perspective to the city's architecture and history. One reviewer who's done tours worldwide ranked their guide among the very best. Group size can occasionally be an issue. A couple reviewers noted that large groups made it challenging to hear everything or keep pace, with some wishing for headphones to catch all the commentary. There was one unfortunate incident involving a sick guide that the company reportedly didn't handle well, though this seems to be an isolated event among otherwise glowing feedback. The tours work well for families and different age groups, and the team can customize private experiences if you reach out. Most people leave wanting to book another tour, which speaks volumes.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    I recently took a tour of the Guardian Building for a class. The tour was fantastic and so fun. Our tour guide was so funny and so knowledgeable. He made the tour even better, he made jokes while keeping a professional manor. The tour was definitely a great experience and one I wouldn’t even mind doing again because of the tour guide.

    Photo of Catabrie Boisvert

    Catabrie Boisvert

    April 6, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I recently took a tour of the Guardian Building for a class. The tour was fantastic and so fun. Our tour guide was so funny and so knowledgeable. He made the tour even better, he made jokes while keeping a professional manor. The tour was definitely a great experience and one I wouldn’t even mind doing again because of the tour guide.

    Photo of Catabrie Boisvert

    Catabrie Boisvert

    April 6, 2026

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