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Place #1
Distance: 0.15mi , Attraction : Park (Recommended selfie spot).
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1098 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Campus Martius Park - Heart of Downtown Detroit
We’re starting our Detroit adventure right in the heart of it all — Campus Martius Park. Known as Detroit’s “gathering place,” this lively spot has been bringing people together since 2004, when it was reimagined as the centerpiece of downtown revitalization.

The name “Campus Martius” actually means “Field of Mars” in Latin, and it harks back to 1788, when Detroit’s original city survey placed this exact spot as the official center point of the city. In fact, all the major streets once radiated from here like spokes on a wheel.

Today, the park is anything but historic trivia. It’s alive with year-round activities — summer brings outdoor concerts, food trucks, and even a sandy urban beach, while winter transforms the park into a festive wonderland with ice skating under twinkling lights.

Surrounding the park are some of Detroit’s most important buildings and businesses, making this not only a great place to relax but also a symbol of the city’s renewal. Whether you’re here to people-watch, grab a bite, or just soak in the vibe, Campus Martius is the perfect place to begin exploring Detroit.

  https://www.campusmartiuspark.org/
Place #2
Distance: 0.08mi , Attraction : Historic Building (Recommended selfie spot).
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Esplanade on Woodward Avenue, 600 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Guardian Building - Art Deco Skyscraper
Coming up on your right is one of Detroit’s most dazzling landmarks — the Guardian Building. Completed in 1929, this 40-story skyscraper is often called the “Cathedral of Finance,” and once you see it, you’ll understand why.

Designed by architect Wirt Rowland, the Guardian is a textbook example of Art Deco architecture, with its bold geometric shapes, colorful tilework, and dramatic interior spaces. The exterior glows with orange brick, while inside, you’ll find a breathtaking lobby filled with Pewabic and Rookwood tile, mosaics, and soaring vaulted ceilings. It feels more like stepping into a grand cathedral than a bank building.

When it opened, the Guardian Building symbolized Detroit’s booming economy, fueled by the auto industry. Today, it still stands as a proud reminder of that golden era, while serving as a hub for offices and visitors alike.

  https://www.guardianbuilding.com/
Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour

Map Pin Place 1 Campus Martius Park - Heart of Downtown Detroit
Map Pin Place 2 Guardian Building - Art Deco Skyscraper
Map Pin Place 3 The Spirit of Detroit - Iconic City Statue
Map Pin Place 4 Hart Plaza – Detroit’s Riverfront Gathering Place
Map Pin Place 5 Detroit Riverwalk
Map Pin Place 6 General Motors Renaissance Center – Detroit’s Skyline Icon
Map Pin Place 7 Ford Field – Home of the Detroit Lions
Map Pin Place 8 Comerica Park - Home of the Tigers
Map Pin Place 9 Fox Theatre – Detroit’s Showplace
Map Pin Place 10 Grand Circus Park – Detroit’s Historic Circle
Map Pin Place 11 Michigan Central Station – Detroit’s Grand Train Depot
Map Pin Place 12 Rosa Parks Boulevard – History in Motion
Map Pin Place 13 Motown Museum - Hitsville U.S.A.
Map Pin Place 14 Fisher Building - Detroit's Largest Art Object
Map Pin Place 15 Detroit Public Library - Architectural Gem Library
Map Pin Place 16 Detroit Institute of Arts – The Cultural Heart of the City
Map Pin Place 17 Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History – A Legacy Preserved
Map Pin Place 18 Historic Public Market
Map Pin Place 19 Mt. Elliott Cemetery
Map Pin Place 20 Belle Isle Park – Detroit’s Island Escape



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