PUBLIC TOURS

**SPECIAL EVENT**

Southwest Detroit: A DIA Bus Tour with Photgrapher Michelle Andonian

Southwest Detroit: A DIA Bus Tour with Photographer Michelle Andonian

Saturday, February 25, 2012

10:00 am – 4:00 pm (departure and return at the DIA)

$60/$47 for DIA members (includes lunch at historic Vince’s Ristorante)

Inside Detroit and the Detroit Institute of Arts present a bus tour in conjunction with the museum’s exhibition Detroit Revealed: Photographs, 2000-2010. Exhibition artist Michelle Andonian grew up in Southwest Detroit, and on this bus tour she shares stories about her development as a photographer in this vibrant community and the factories that have been central to its history. Stops include vistas of the Rouge River Plant and Zug Island followed by lunch at Vince’s Restaurant. The bus returns to the DIA at 1:30 for a tour of Diego Rivera’s Detroit Industry murals and Detroit Revealed with Michelle Andonian.

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BAR TOURS

February 10th – Winter Blast Bar Tour

Come and check out all the great places around the Winter Blasts Festival

Guests will receive express entry at every bar, introductions to the owners and/or bartenders, reduced drink prices and maybe even some free shots!

Attendees must be 21 years of age
Meet at The Well 1228 Randolf St. 8pm – 12am

February 11th – Blue Collar Neighborhood Bar Tour

Come with us as we check out some of the most relaxed corner bar’s you can imagine. This tour will be right after the Boat Show lets out at Cobo. We’ll be checking out some of the bars that you might miss when you go into and out of Cobo Center.

Guests will receive express entry at every bar, introductions to the owners and/or bartenders, reduced drink prices and maybe even some free shots!

Attendees must be 21 years of age
Meet at The Anchor Bar 50 W Fort St # 100 8pm – 12am

2/10/12	8:00 PM - 12:00AM	Winter Blast Bar Tour Meet at The Well 1228 Randolph Street	$15
2/11/12	8:00 PM – 12:00AM	Blue Collar Neighborhood Bar Tour Meet at The Anchor Bar 50 W Fort St # 100	$15
2/29/12	5:30 PM - 8:30PM	Leap Year Bar Tour Meet at the Cliff Bells 2030 Park Avenue	$10
3/9/12	8:00 PM - 12:00AM	Know Before You Go – St. Patty’s Day Bar Tour Meet at St. Cece’s 1426 Bagley St	$15
3/24/12	8:00 PM - 12:00AM	Marche de le Nain Rouge Bar Tour Meet at Traffic Jam 511 West Canfield Street	$15
4/4/12	5:30 PM - 8:30PM	Baseball Bar Tour Meet at Coaches Corner 1465 Centre St	$10
4/19/12	5:30 PM - 8:30PM	Strolling Wine Tour Meet at Motor City Wine 608 Woodward Ave.	$10
5/11/12	8:00 PM - 12:00AM	Summer Kick Off Bar Tour Meet at Red Grape Lounge 1201 Woodward	$15
5/22/12	6:00 PM – 9:00PM	Dog friendly Detroit Meet at the Park Bar 2040 Park Avenue	$15
6/15/12	8:00 PM – 12:00AM	Patio Bar Tour Meet at The Whitney 4421 Woodward Ave	$15
6/21/12	5:30 PM - 8:30PM	Know Before You Go to Riverdays Meet at Tom’s Oyster Bar 519 Jefferson Ave	$10

Bus Tours as seen on Detroit 2020

We gave a tour to 13 Detroit skeptics – and changed their opinion of the city in just 4 hours. We have compiled all of the media from that tour and posted it here. If you wish to take a tour similar to the one on this video, check out our Greater Downtown Community Bus Tour on the 4th Friday of every month! All bus tours are Saturday from 11:00AM to 1:00PM and begin at the Welcome Center.

Special Event Bus Tours on January 14th and 21st. They will replace the below tours. Please see above for the description of the Detroit Auto Show Special, Motor City Then and Now.

Woodward Corridor Tour 1st and 3rd Saturdays $25

Billions of dollars in development have happened along the Woodward Corridor in recent years from large-scale renovations of major institutions to numerous small creative businesses popping up. This tour will take you through Downtown, Midtown and New Center for a look at the history, culture and renaissance of Detroit’s vibrant city center. By the end of this tour you’ll have the inside scoop on how to get the most out of living, working and playing in Detroit. Highlights include:

Lofts at Merchants Row Development
Fabulous Guardian Building
The Cass Corridor
Unique shops
Wayne State University
Museum District
Motown Museum
Historic Woodbridge Neighborhood

Greater Downtown Community Tour 2nd and 4th Saturdays $25

The themes that are shaping the new Detroit are community, collaboration and opportunity and on this tour you’ll see how those themes are woven throughout a world class city. The route includes all the major landmarks as well as Earthworks Garden, the Heidelberg Project, Rivard Plaza/Dequindre Cut, Belle Isle, the Guardian Building and much more. By the end of this tour you’ll have an insider’s perspective of Detroit’s rich history, current Renaissance and limitless future.Highlights include:

Stadium and Theater District
Eastern Market
Midtown
The Heidelberg Project
Historic Indian Village
The Guardian Building

PEOPLE MOVER TOURS

Every Saturday 2PM – 4PM $10 per person

See all the major landmarks, the new development and some of the great historical spots downtown. You’ll stay warm by using the People Mover and going inside the Guardian Building, Renaissance Center and the Lofts at Merchants Row. From great places for food and drink to world renowned architecture this tour will show you downtown from an insider’s perspective. Highlights include:

Campus Martius Park
Guardian Building
Second Baptist Church/Underground Railroad
Theater District
Renaissance Center
Lofts at Merchants Row Development

Segway Tours

Will be provided by Segways2U in 2012, please feel free to contact them at 313-477-8941

Segway tours will show you what makes Detroit shine! Both tours include zooming along the beautiful Riverwalk and around town. On the downtown tour you’ll get up close and personal with the Stadiums and Fox Theater and even go into the gorgeous Guardian Building. The Dequindre Cut tour is more of a “country” tour and will take you to Eastern Market, Lafayette Park and the Dequindre Cut. All while enjoying the amazing speed and mobility of the revolutionary Segway!

Please review Rider Requirements before purchasing. Segway training begins at the appointed hour, not before. Closed-toe, flat shoes are recommended. Heels are not conducive to riding.

Rain Policy: Tours will be run in light rain. Please dress appropriately. In the case of severe weather, tours will be postponed until later in the day or reschedule for another day. Segways2U will make the decision to cancel a tour one hour before tour time. They’ll call the phone number you provide in the case of postponement or cancellation. If you do not hear from Segways2U the tour will go forward at the appointed time.

Refund policy: No refunds will be given unless a tour is canceled by Segways2U. Please consider the weather, temperature and other engagements when booking your tour date/time.

Walking Tours

Will return in 2012, if you signed up for the Living Social Walking Tour, during the winter we are giving the People Movers Tour, above!

Downtown Highlights Walking Tour

2 hours for $10

See all the major landmarks, the new development and some of the great historical spots from an Insider’s perspective. You’ll also learn about how the themes emerging from the new Detroit are community, collaboration and creativity. Highlights include:

Campus Martius Park
Guardian Building
Hart Plaza
Second Baptist Church/Underground Railroad
Theater District
The New Paradise Valley District
Lofts at Merchants Row Development

FREE 4th Friday’s Downtown Detroit Highlights Walking Tour

City Cycle with Inside Detroit

Our bike tours are over for this season, but will be back next year, so keep your bike in tip top shape and we’ll see you in the spring! There is no better way to see and experience our city than on a bicycle. The sights, sounds, and even the smells of Detroit stimulate and excite the senses. Bike Tours will be leisurely rides of 10 to 12 miles at a relaxed pace, suitable for all abilities. We’ll make a few stops along the way with a stop of about 45 minutes for food/drink in the middle. Please bring money for any purchases. Helmets and signed waivers are required for all riders. Tours start at Inside Detroit’s Welcome Center at 1253 Woodward promptly at 11AM on designated Sundays. All tours are guided by city residents who are active cyclists and city enthusiasts.

Cost is $20 person.

Bikes are not provided.

RIDER REQUIREMENTS

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy: Refunds will not be given for tours. If necessary, tours may be rescheduled for a later date according to availability. Walking tours may be postponed due to inclement weather which will be determined by the Inside Detroit guide one hour before tour start time. If more notice is required due to travel time to Detroit, please ensure Inside Detroit is aware of actual travel time. All tours cancelled due to weather will be rescheduled.