Downtown Detroit Walking Tour, Historic Landmarks and Art Deco

Suspended at the busy intersection of Jefferson Avenue and Woodward Avenue, this striking 24-foot bronze sculpture honors one of Detroit's greatest sporting and cultural heroes. Commissioned in 1986, the 8,000-pound monument was created by sculptor Robert Graham as a gift from Sports Illustrated to the city.

The piece features a...

Dominating the western entrance of Hart Plaza near Jefferson Avenue, this spectacular public art installation stands as a powerful tribute to Detroit’s monumental contributions to the American labor movement. Dedicated in August 2003 to mark the movement's triumphs and sacrifices, the 30-ton masterpiece was co-designed by Michigan artists David Barr...

This stunning 1929 skyscraper stands as one of the world’s most significant masterpieces of Art Deco design. Famously dubbed the "Cathedral of Finance," the striking orange-brick tower features an explosion of vibrant color, complex masonry, and intricate geometric patterns that break completely away from traditional office building aesthetics. Steps open...

This 13-story office tower and former theater structural shell offers one of the most surreal visual spectacles in the world. Originally opened in 1926 as a lavish, 4,000-seat French Renaissance palace of entertainment, the theater space underwent a jaw-dropping transformation after closing its doors. Rather than completely demolishing the legendary...

This historic 5-acre green space serves as a major northern anchor for the downtown district, beautifully split into two half-moon sections by Woodward Avenue. Established in 1850 as part of Augustus Woodward's grand post-fire urban layout, the park features century-old trees, magnificent historic fountains, and statues dedicated to prominent civic...