Pure Detroit Blog

Whether you're here to dive into Detroit’s storied past, snap pics of vibrant murals, or catch some live music, there’s a little bit of magic around every corner. So, grab your curiosity (and maybe an appetite for some Detroit-style pizza), and check out our list of the top 10 things to do in Detroit!

Embark on a captivating journey through Detroit's architectural marvels with the Pure Detroit Skyscraper Tour, starting at the historic Point of Origin in Campus Martius, the very heart of downtown Detroit. This walking tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the city's rich history and iconic structures, guided by a knowledgeable and passionate Pure Detroit tour guide. 

Detroit-style pizza. You’ve had it. You love it. It’s surging in popularity and seems to be all the pizza rage nationwide and even beyond...you may want to check out the new kid in town. The ridiculously-delicious Michigan & Trumbull Pizza. An instant legend. No kidding, it’s that good. The first electrifying bite feels like pizza heaven.

The 2024 NFL Draft  kicks off in Detroit in just a few weeks. The three-day event has NFL fans and many Detroiters eagerly anticipating the first-of-its-kind event in the Motor City. All eyes will be on downtown Detroit, especially Campus Martius, Hart Plaza and the Detroit Riverfront, where much of the activity takes place. The coming excitement is catchy - According to City of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan “The NFL Draft is going to be an incredible opportunity for hundreds of thousands of visitors to see the progress our city is making.”

With deep roots in Detroit's Techno music scene, the "313" moniker has become synonymous with Detroit itself. When you see it, when you hear the numbers, you know it means only one thing - Detroit. It's about pride, it's about celebrating all the greatness of our city.

It’s no secret that Detroit has a lot to offer when it comes to entertainment. Right now we are coming up on a particularly festive time of year – the celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, and it’s not just about drinking green beer, although there will plenty of that happening.

You see the celebrations all across the world. Carnival, Strove Tuesday, and Mardi Gras. A day of celebration, revelry, parades, and indulgence before a long period of abstention. Here in Detroit, we don’t tend to celebrate with beads or extravagant masks, but instead with a hearty and sweet treat that has become a religion all its own.

The Detroit pop is known for its unique flavors. From the famous names like Rock & Rye, Redpop, and Moon Mist to the cult favorite Artic Sun, Faygo has created a loyal following from soft drink fans who want to taste something unique.

In the early 1960s, Detroit-area architect Minoru Yamasaki was riding high on a wave of high profile architectural commissions. His designs had transformed the Wayne State University campus, were adding beauty to the Detroit skyline and would soon yield the world’s two tallest buildings.

Fredericks would create public art that would leave on lookers inspired. The work would have them pondering over the connection between the spiritual and natural world and force them wonder about there place in it.

In the Roaring Twenties, the only thing that Detroit was producing at a faster rate than cars was money. The automotive industry had turned Detroit into one of the largest and wealthiest cities in the world.