I Live Near Detroit, Michigan, and This Is the One Tour I’d Tell Any Visitor to Book

If you've read any of my work, it’s no secret that I love two things: living in Detroit and eating food. If there were Olympic medals for snacking my way through the Motor City, I’d have at least one gold right now. Detroit isn’t just where I live, y'all, it’s my favorite adventure: full of stories, music, and flavors you can’t find anywhere else.

Every time I think I’ve tasted it all, the city surprises me with something new. I’m telling you, eating here is like opening one of those mystery boxes, except instead of random stuff, you get the best bites of your life.

That’s why, when someone asks me what to do in Detroit, I have one answer for you: book the Private Walking Food Tour with Secret Food Tours. This is much more than just walking around looking at buildings. This is a full-on flavor expedition. Picture this: you're strolling through downtown with someone who knows the coolest spots, the secret stories, and, of course, the best bites in the city. You’ll hear how Detroit became a food powerhouse, taste the dishes that fueled the auto industry, and see the places that make this city what it is today. All while you’re eating like royalty.

And let’s talk about the food because, wow. This tour hits all the greatest hits and then some. Corned beef egg rolls? Yep. A real Detroit Coney dog? Absolutely. Pizza that makes Chicago blush? Detroit-style pizza is its own legend, and you’re getting a slice. There’s also a Boston Cooler. Don’t let the name fool you, it’s not a sweater, it’s a frosty vanilla ice cream and ginger ale combo that might change your life. Add baklava from Greektown, plus a secret dish I can’t even tell you about, and you’ll wish your stomach had extra storage.

But this isn’t just about eating. You’ll see the Spirit of Detroit statue standing proud like the city’s personal superhero (which it kind of is). You’ll walk past the famous Joe Louis “Fist” monument, basically the world’s most powerful punch. Step inside the Guardian Building and prepare to have your jaw drop at its Art Deco glory. You’ll even wander through alleys covered in murals that turn every corner into an outdoor art gallery. Every stop has a story, and by the end, you’ll feel like you didn’t just visit Detroit... you lived it.

Booking is super easy with Viator. They make the whole process simple so you can focus on the fun part: showing up hungry. You’ll meet at the Spirit of Detroit Plaza and finish in Greektown at Astoria Pastry Shop, because all great tours end with something sweet. Plus, it’s a private tour, so it’s just your group, your pace, your laughs, your inside jokes. No strangers awkwardly hovering over the last piece of pizza. Just you and the Motor City.

Detroit is a city that loves to feed people... body and soul. This tour gives you both. You’ll leave full, happy, and with stories to tell. And maybe, just maybe, you’ll start planning your next trip back before you even finish dessert.

So here’s my advice: If you’re coming to Michigan, save time for Detroit. Skip the boring stuff and dive right into the good stuff: the food, the history, the energy that makes this city so special. Book this food tour—your taste buds will thank you, and honestly, so will your heart.

Feeling inspired? Try planning your own trip using Only In Your State’s itinerary planner.