Explore Detroit’s architecture, riverfront views, art, and history on foot
2.25 Hours
Professional guide, narrated tour
Explore Downtown Detroit with a professional guide and see its architecture, public art, riverfront, and historic districts up close. Make photo stops while hearing stories of the city’s past and new developments.
Free cancellation with at least 72 hours' notice. No refund for cancellations made less than 72 hours before the tour or for no-shows. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time. Tours generally start on time, and you may not be entitled to a refund or rescheduling if you arrive late or miss the activity.
Expect a walk-focused route at a fairly leisurely pace with lots of stops. The tour covers approximately 2.5 miles.
Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes, and dress for the weather. Flip-flops, high heels, and dress shoes are not recommended.
Detroit Food & City Tours, inside the Guardian Building, 500 Griswold St, Suite 250, Detroit, MI 48226
Detroit's architecture and food tours earn consistently glowing reviews, largely thanks to a roster of genuinely passionate guides. Melissa, Megan, Lorrie, Phil, and Davy are among those frequently called out by name, and reviewers describe them as knowledgeable, warm, and entertaining without being over-the-top. The Guardian Building tour in particular seems to be a crowd favorite, winning over even longtime Detroit residents who thought they already knew the building well. The walking and food tours round out a solid lineup, with one reviewer recommending the walking tour as the ideal first stop on any Detroit trip. Private and customized tours are also available and seem to deliver an especially personal experience. One reviewer noted that large group sizes can occasionally make it harder to catch every detail, particularly for those who move at a slower pace, so that's worth keeping in mind when choosing your format. Overall though, the guides clearly love what they do, and that enthusiasm tends to be contagious.
Our guide, Terry, was very knowledgeable about the redevelopment of downtown Detroit and was kind enough to share her insights! I especially enjoyed the Detroit pizza and the exquisite bonbons! 👍🏼👍🏼
Maryb Erwin
April 26, 2026
Our guide, Terry, was very knowledgeable about the redevelopment of downtown Detroit and was kind enough to share her insights! I especially enjoyed the Detroit pizza and the exquisite bonbons! 👍🏼👍🏼
Maryb Erwin
April 26, 2026
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