Returning this year as it has every Labor Day weekend since 1981, the Detroit Jazz Festival offers a great reason to plan a visit to the Motor City.
With hundreds of acts spread between Hart Plaza and Campus Martius Park, the festival runs Aug. 30-Sept. 2. Look for performances by Stanley Clarke, the Cameron Graves Quartet, Connie Han, Chucho Valdés and more. You'll also find fireworks, late-night jam sessions and opportunities to meet the artists. It's all free to enter.
Beyond the music, enjoy Detroit's indoor and outdoor art, historic theaters and noteworthy food and drink options.
Thankfully, there are plenty of regular, relatively inexpensive flights between San Jose and Detroit. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked for the occasion. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.)
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Flight deals to Detroit
The cheapest flights between San Jose and Detroit are if you leave on Aug. 28 and return from Michigan on Sept. 2. Alaska Airlines currently has roundtrip, nonstop tickets for $377.
There are also deals to be had later in the week. If you fly out of San Jose on Aug. 29 and return from Detroit on Sept. 2, Alaska Airlines can get you there and back for $386 roundtrip.
Top Detroit hotels
To plan your stay, 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.)
For an all-around top recommendation, 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, which has rooms for $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.)
If you're looking for an inexpensive place to stay, try 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 Joe Louis Arena.
Top picks for dining and drinking
If you're looking to grab a bite, Detroit has plenty of excellent eateries to choose from. Here are a few from Skyscanner's listings to help you get started.
Green Dot Stables (2200 W. Lafayette Blvd.)
For a popular option, check out Green Dot Stables, which has an average of five stars out of six reviews on Skyscanner.
"The menu of Green Dot Stables is very eclectic," wrote visitor Kenny. "This can lead to a fun meal of trying things you may not have considered normally ... one of my favorites is the Korean slider, which includes kimchi and peanut butter."
Public House (241 W. 9 Mile Road)
Another popular option is Public House, with five stars from five reviews.
"Cute little place that serves awesome sliders for a super low price," wrote reviewer Megan.
New Parthenon Restaurant (547 Monroe Ave.)
If you're looking for a local favorite restaurant pick, head to New Parthenon Restaurant.
"As a former Detroiter, this is a place I love to visit when I come back," wrote Richard. "This is my favorite place to go in Greektown! As others have mentioned, the starting dish is the flaming cheese."
Slows Bar BQ (2138 Michigan Ave.)
Finally, there's Slows Bar BQ.
"Now if you love baby back ribs, Slows has ribs that come sliding off the bone. They are so juicy need, you need to try it," wrote Lou.
Featured Detroit attractions
To round out your trip, Detroit offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are some top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews.
The Detroit Institute of Arts (5200 Woodward Ave.)
Visit The Detroit Institute of Arts for a chance to immerse yourself in beautiful artwork and robust collections. The museum features over 60,000 pieces, including collections spanning the globe. The performing arts also enjoy a place in this museum with a large collection of memorabilia and production items covering over 100 years of performing arts history.
"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 U.S. A must stop for all visiting or living in Detroit."
Motown Museum (2648 W. Grand Blvd.)
Then, there's the Motown Museum.
"This is the original site of the birth of Motown music," wrote visitor Amanda. "The Motown Historical Museum has been preserved just as founder Berry Gordy left it in 1972, right down to his living area above the studio, which is basically a walk-in time capsule."
Greenfield Village (20900 Oakwood Blvd.)
Lastly, spend some time at Greenfield Village in the nearby city of Dearborn.
"Great place to spend the day learning about history," wrote visitor Yvonne. "Lots of demos of glass blowing, pottery making, weaving, machinery, etc. A great family place."
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