At the heart of the Great Lakes region, Detroit was one of Conde Nast's must-visit destinations for 2018. Not only is Detroit known as a leader of American industry, the city's diverse communities also boast major contributions to music, art and architecture. Detroit was the first U.S. city to be named a "City of Design" by UNESCO, and is known as the home of Motown Records and the birthplace of techno. The city also offers many historic museums and arts institutions.
Thankfully, there are plenty of regular, relatively inexpensive flights between Boston and Detroit. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked with the trendy adventurer in mind. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.)
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Flight deals to Detroit
Currently, the cheapest flights between Boston and Detroit are if you leave on Aug. 21 and return from Michigan on Aug. 24. Spirit Airlines currently has roundtrip tickets for $93.
There are also deals to be had in June. If you fly out of Boston on June 15 and return from Detroit on June 18, Spirit Airlines can get you there and back for $102 roundtrip.
Top Detroit hotels
To plan your accommodations, here are some of Detroit’s top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction.
The MotorCity Casino Hotel (2901 Grand River Ave.)
If you're looking to treat yourself, consider The MotorCity Casino Hotel. The hotel has a 4.7-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $178.
This Detroit casino hotel is near the Masonic Temple and Fox Theatre.
The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit (1114 Washington Blvd.)
Another 4.7-star option is The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit. Rooms are currently set at $179/night.
"The Westin Book Cadillac is an iconic hotel that embodies Detroit’s revolution. The Book Cadillac building was built in a neo-classical style ... the hotel rooms are luxurious and comfortable, featuring the heavenly bed, which is standard across all Westin properties," wrote Samantha.
The Atheneum (1000 Brush Ave.)
A third option is The Atheneum. The 4.7-star hotel has rooms for $129/night. This family-friendly hotel is near Campus Martius Park, GM Renaissance Center and Ford Field. Additional attractions include the Joe Louis Arena.
Featured Detroit restaurants
Detroit has plenty of top-notch dining options. Here are a few of the most popular, according to Skyscanner.
Slows Bar BQ (2138 Michigan Ave.)
Let's start with the basics: barbecue. For a popular option, check out Slows Bar BQ, which has an average of 4.8 stars out of 22 reviews on Skyscanner.
"Now if you love baby back ribs, Slows has ribs that come sliding off the bone," wrote visitor Lou.
Green Dot Stables (2200 W. Lafayette Blvd.)
For a popular option, check out Green Dot Stables, with five stars from six reviews.
"The menu of Green Dot Stables is very eclectic," wrote reviewer Kenny. "This can lead to a fun meal of trying things you may not have considered normally. Such as one of my favorites the Korean slider, which includes kimchi and peanut butter."
New Parthenon Restaurant (547 Monroe Ave.)
If you're looking for a local favorite restaurant pick, head to New Parthenon Restaurant.
"This is my favorite place to go in Greektown," wrote Richard. "As others have mentioned, the starring dish is the flaming cheese. Then, of course, the lamb."
Public House (241 W. 9 Mile Road)
Finally, there's Public House.
"Cute little place that serves awesome sliders for a super low price," wrote Megan."If you know what's good for ya, you'll get at least three sandwiches!"
Featured Detroit attractions
Not sure what to do in Detroit, besides eat and drink? Here are a few recommendations, provided by Skyscanner.
The Detroit Institute of Arts (5200 Woodward Ave.)
First up is The Detroit Institute of Arts.
Visit the museum for a chance to immerse yourself in beautiful artwork and robust collections. It features over 60,000 pieces, including collections spanning the globe.
"What a fantastic house of art and culture," wrote visitor Dj. "This has to be one of the most unique and special museums in the USA. A must stop for all visiting or living in Detroit."
Greenfield Village (20900 Oakwood Blvd.)
Then, there's Greenfield Village.
"Great place to spend the day learning about history," wrote visitor Yvonne. "Lots of demos of glass blowing, pottery making, weaving, machinery, etc. My favorite was Edison's workshop and also all the Model T cars driving around. A great family place."
Michigan Science Center (5020 John R St.)
Lastly, spend some time at the Michigan Science Center.
"It’s not your typical museum, you can actually do stuff, as in hands-on interactive exhibits dealing with everything from life science to space," wrote visitor Amanda. "The gem here though is the IMAX dome theater, in which the screen surrounds the entire audience for the ultimate 3D entertainment experience."
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