So you have guests staying with you, and they want to see the city… what do you do? Plenty, that’s what.

Read on for our 22 picks of things you should do with out-of-towners — you just may find yourself falling in love with the D all over again, too.

Bad Luck Bar 1218 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226 If you’re feeling a little bad, head to this hard-to-find speak easy which makes specialty Tarot-card themed cocktails. Photo courtesy of @badluckbar
Fisher Building 3011 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202 This Art Deco skyscraper designed by Albert Kahn is New Center’s crowning glory. Photo courtesy of @brucedamonte
A tour of West Village Detroit, MI 48214 This adorable Detroit neighborhood is full of cute restaurants, homes, and boutique businesses that you’ll just gush over. Photo courtesy of @ctdetroit
Cafe D’Mongos 1439 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226 If you want to hear a good story, head to this eclectic downtown bar that is decorated in local Detroit history. Photo courtesy of @cafedmongo
Detroit Vegan Soul 8029 Agnes St, Detroit, MI 48214 This soul food meets vegan fusion is a great destination for foodies. Photo courtesy of @detvegansoul
Belle Isle East Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48207 The 982-acre island park is Detroit’s greatest recreational gem. With hiking trails, swimming beaches, and an aquarium, Belle Isle is worth exploring year-round. Photo courtesy of @belleislestat
Fowling Warehouse 3901 Christopher St, Hamtramck, MI 48211 Football? Bowling? Who knows but it’s a damn good time. Photo courtesy of @fowlingwarehouse
Sister Pie 8066 Kercheval Ave, Detroit, MI 48214 There’s pie, and then there’s Sister Pie. Treat your friends to a little slice of heaven. Photo courtesy of @sisterpiedetroit
St. Anne de Detroit Catholic Church 1000 St Anne St, Detroit, MI 48216 You don’t have to be Catholic to be able to enjoy this gorgeously constructed church in Southwest Detroit. Photo courtesy of @elitedet
Peoples Records 1464 Gratiot Ave., Detroit; peoplesdetroit.com At Peoples Records, it’s all about the people. With tons of old stuff for as low as just 94 cents, vinyl collectors and music lovers will be in heaven here. Credit: Layla McMurtrie
Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202 The Detroit Institute of Arts is one of the world’s largest art collections with over 100 galleries and is well-known for it’s sprawling mural by famous Mexican artist, Diego Rivera. Photo courtesy of @erol_is
The Whitney 4421 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201 The former home of lumber baron David Whitney Jr., The Whitney mansion has been transformed into a tasteful restaurant. Enjoy a decadent meal downstair, or head upstairs for a nice cocktail at the Ghost Bar. Photo courtesy of @egianopoulos
Motown Museum 2648 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48208 Feel the magic of music history by heading to the Motown Museum. Coined “Hitsville U.S.A,” this museum is your destination for the Motown sound. Photo courtesy of @peterkruder
Murals of Eastern Market 1357 Division St, Detroit, MI 48207 Each year, Eastern Market gets redecorated with art from muralists around the world during Murals in the Market. Drive or walk through the streets of Eastern Market to get a good look for yourself. Photo courtesy of @ehouser1221
Selden Standard 3921 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201 On the corner of Selden Street and Cass Ave., Selden Standard’s inspired New American fare is made from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Photo courtesy of @seldenstandard
John King Books 901 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226 With more than a million used books within its walls, John King Books is full of treasures waiting to be found. Photo courtesy of @johnkingbooksdetroit
The Siren Hotel 1509 Broadway St, Detroit, MI 48226 After several years of rehabilitation, The Siren Hotel opened in Detroit’s Wurlitzer building bringing chic, boutique charm to Broadway Street. Step behind the curtain into Candy Bar to take in the bubble gum pink walks and 70s era Parisian disco ball to get the full experience. Photo courtesy of @thesirenhotel
Murals of Milwaukee Junction 2967 E Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202 Everyone knows Eastern Market to be a haven for murals, but Milwaukee Junction has plenty of distinguished art that’s worthy of a second look. Photo courtesy of @playdetroit
Prime & Proper Address If you’re looking to flex the number of commas in your back account, then consider going to Prime & Proper, downtown Detroit’s newest high-end steakhouse. Photo courtesy of @primeandproperdetroit
Batch Brewing Company 1400 Porter St, Detroit, MI 48216 Nestled on the outskirts of Corktown, Batch Brewing Company is a low-key place to grab local craft beers and play board games for those times when you’re just looking for a place to hang. Photo courtesy of @skittnator
The Apparatus Room 250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226 Located in Detroit’s Foundation Hotel, The Apparatus Room’s New American fare is worth sticking your fork into. Photo courtesy of @theapparatusroom
Cliff Bell’s 2030 Park Ave., Detroit, MI 48226 If the Art Deco interior isn’t enough to make you swoon, Cliff Bell’s nightly jazz performances will definitely leave you feeling as though you took a step back in time. Photo courtesy of @lightsilove

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