Sightseeing
Belle Isle Beach
2 Inselruhe AveI ride my bike here during lunch when in town. They have nice picnic areas, bike & walking trails, tennis & basketball courts.
14 locals recommend
Palmer Park
910 Merrill Plaisance StI ride my bike here during lunch when in town. They have nice picnic areas, bike & walking trails, tennis & basketball courts.
Food scene
Ferndale
It’s close so you can drive or Uber if you want to drink
Everything
This is where young professionals hangout
Greektown
Great food, bars, casinos and sight seeing
Royal Oak
This is my absolute favorite thing to do on Saturdays. Bargain hunt for fresh food and flowers
294 locals recommend
Eastern Market
This is my absolute favorite thing to do on Saturdays. Bargain hunt for fresh food and flowers
Ride your bike or walk along the beautiful waterfront. There are restaurants, bike trails and lots of sites to see
142 locals recommend
Detroit River Walk
Detroit RiverWalkRide your bike or walk along the beautiful waterfront. There are restaurants, bike trails and lots of sites to see
Theatre, food & shoping
Great area for festivals during the Summer
New Center Park
2998 E Grand BlvdGolf
This is a Beautiful Detroit Treasure within walking distance from the house. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant. The food is delicious!!!!
Detroit Golf Club
17911 Hamilton RdTraveler advice
Don't miss
Central to everything Detroit
You are just a short drive or Uber/Lyft ride from New Center, Downtown and most of the surrounding suburbs l. Top 10 things you MUST do in Detroit. You can get to all these in less than 15 minutes - https://youtu.be/zS-hOAkWvK4
Getting around
Very quiet neighborhood
This is the “Motor City.”While most people have cars, we are located on the bus line. Active block club. They offer services such as snow removal. Martin Park boarders the prestigious Detroit Golf Course & University District Subdivisions. You can get downtown, Ferndale, Southfield or Royal Oak in 10-15 minutes
Customs and culture
Be aware of your surroundings
I walk my dogs often really early morning and late at night, but you never know what can happen in a city known for crime. People let their dogs off the leash at the park across the street so I walk with a taser.