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Detroit's Hidden History Guided Walking Tour

4.9(82)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 82 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Detroit's Hidden History Tours
Detroit's Hidden History Guided Walking Tour

About this activity

Ready to venture beyond the history books and uncover the hidden past of Detroit? Join our historian-led, 90-minute tour and dive into the Motor City’s most gripping tales—stories that shaped a legend, told as you stroll through North America’s most stunning architectural gems.

- Intimate small-group atmosphere and plenty of time for questions

- Tour is perfect for history buffs and first-time visitors

- Walking tour lets you get to know the city intimately

- Hear 8 unique historical stories from Detroit’s past

For those hungry for more, an optional 30-minute extension reveals Detroit’s strangest and most enigmatic legends—mysteries that linger in the shadows, waiting to be explored.

What's included

  • ✓Stories to fascinate and delight
  • ✓A knowledgeable local guide
  • ✓Well researched history

Not included

  • ✕Gratuity for the guide

Meeting and pickup

  • We meet at Grand Circus Park on Woodward Ave, right across from the People Mover Station. Your guide will be waiting at the stone pillar at the corner of Woodward and Park Ave.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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