Trip Idea

Trip Idea: A day in Eastern Market Historic District 

Exterior of brick building.
Topic(s) Arts, Scenic Views
Activities Arts and Culture, Hiking
Things to Do

  • Discover the murals

    • Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Arts and Culture
    • Pets: Yes
    • Duration: 1–2 Hours
    Colorful building on brick building.

    See how artists make their mark and explore Detroit’s public art hub.

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  • Picnic in the park

    • Activity Fee: Yes
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Arts and Culture
    • Pets: Yes
    • Duration: 30–60 Minutes
    Photo of people outside row of restaurants.

    Grab a bite to eat in Detroit’s historic commercial quarters.

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  • Experience market days

    • Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Arts and Culture
    • Pets: Yes
    • Duration: 1–3 Hours
    Man playing guitar at open market.

    Visit the hundreds of local vendors and retailers in America’s largest historic public market district.

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  • Take the scenic route to the Eastern Riverfront

    • Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Hiking
    • Pets: Yes
    • Duration: 2–3 Hours
    Underpass with murals.

    Cut through the Dequindre Cut from the Eastern Market to the Riverfront.

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Last updated: October 5, 2020