Discover the best places to visit in Detroit, Michigan for your family reunion. From the Henry Ford Museum to downtown riverfront, explore Motor City's renaissance attractions.
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The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Explore America's greatest innovations at this world-renowned museum. See the Rosa Parks bus, JFK's presidential limousine, and countless automotive treasures. The adjacent Greenfield Village offers historic buildings and demonstrations, creating an immersive experience for all ages.
SCOUT LOGISTICS
Adult admission is $28 and groups of 15 or more receive a 20 percent discount when booked at least 3 weeks in advance through the group sales office. The museum is fully ADA accessible with wheelchair rentals available for $5 at the main entrance and accessible restrooms on both levels. The parking lot holds over 3000 vehicles at $7 per car and indoor exhibits make this an ideal stop during lake-effect snow days from November through March when outdoor plans may be disrupted.
Website: thehenryford.org
Detroit Institute of Arts
Home to one of the most significant art collections in the United States, including Diego Rivera's famous Detroit Industry Murals. The museum features works from ancient to contemporary times, with special family programs and interactive exhibits perfect for reunion visits.
SCOUT LOGISTICS
Admission is free for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties and $15 for all others with group rates of $10 per person for parties of 10 or more booked 2 weeks in advance. The museum is fully ADA accessible on all 4 levels with elevators and free wheelchair loans at the coat check. Parking in the museum garage on John R Street costs $9 for up to 3 hours and the Cultural Center lot 1 block east offers $6 all-day parking for larger family groups.
Website: dia.org
Detroit Riverfront & Hart Plaza
Stroll along the beautiful Detroit Riverfront with stunning views of Canada across the Detroit River. Hart Plaza hosts festivals and events, while the RiverWalk offers 5.5 miles of parks, plazas, and pavilions perfect for family gatherings and photos.
SCOUT LOGISTICS
The riverwalk is free to access and open 24 hours with 5.5 miles of paved ADA-accessible pathways along the Detroit River suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. Metered parking along Jefferson Avenue costs $2 per hour and the Millender Center garage holds 1200 vehicles at $10 for up to 4 hours. Lake-effect winds off the Great Lakes make the riverfront significantly colder than inland from November through March so bring extra layers and plan shorter outdoor visits during winter months.
Website: detroitriverfront.org
Motown Museum - Hitsville U.S.A.
Visit the birthplace of the legendary Motown sound at Berry Gordy's original recording studio. See Studio A where countless hits were recorded, explore memorabilia from The Supremes, Temptations, and Stevie Wonder, and experience the magic of Detroit's musical heritage.
SCOUT LOGISTICS
Adult admission is $17 and timed-entry tickets must be purchased online in advance as walk-ins are not accepted and weekend slots sell out 3 to 4 weeks ahead during summer peak season. Groups of 15 or more receive a $3 discount per person and private tours for up to 25 guests can be arranged at $500 for the group when booked 6 weeks in advance. The ground floor and Studio A are ADA accessible via ramp entry but the upper floors of the original house are not wheelchair accessible due to narrow historic staircases.
Website: motownmuseum.org
Ken O.
Founder of AmazingReunion and veteran reunion organizer who has coordinated 50+ family gatherings across the US.