Local Things to do. Check 'em Out!
All times are approximations from the ConCorde Inn. In case you are looking to find distances and directions, here are some zip codes in the area:
Saint Clair Shores (Church): 48081
Clinton Township (Hotel\Reception): 48036
Warren: 48092
Downtown Detroit: 48226
Royal Oak: 48067
Museums and Attractions
Detroit Zoo
Animal attraction is inevitable, and the Detroit Zoo has been filling that need since 1928, an era when the Egyptian-styled concrete pens in the back were first built and Detroit put itself on the zoological map. While a bit of that history remains (check out the giraffe surroundings), the zoo itself has changed. Constantly reinventing itself with attitudes and habitats that are more natural and animal-friendly, our zoo is a mix of the old favorites (Reptile House, Penguinarium) and new stuff (Ape Island, Amphibianville, Butterfly House). There are big exotics, (cats, hippos, rhinos, apes) as well as farm animals and a huge playground for the wee ones. The habitat with the biggest buzz is The Arctic Ring of Life, where from within an underwater glass tube, you observe the antics of a polar habitat filled with seals and those cuddly white bears. Check out the Australian Outback Adventure and get face to face with ‘roos and wallabies. There is also the Wild Adventure Simulator ride—a virtual reality ride that manages to be both thrilling and educational. 20 minute drive.
The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village
The Henry Ford Museum, along with the other attractions on the campus of The Henry Ford, provides an unparalleled chronicle of American life and of the people and ideas that changed lives through innovation. The museum houses an array of exhibits showcasing the results of American genius at work. In addition to one of the finest automotive history collections in the country, exhibits include the world's most accurate replica of the Wright brothers' Flyer, the only remaining prototype of the Dymaxion house, and John F. Kennedy's fateful Dallas limousine. Time permitting, visit Greenfield Village, the Benson Ford Library, IMAX theater, and the Automotive Hall of Fame (all are located adjacent to the museum). 35 minute drive
Frankenmuth
Frankenmuth is Michigan's Little Bavaria. There are many attractions, shops, and restaurants to visit in our area. To name a few of the most popular things, visit Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, the world’s largest Christmas store which is open 361 days of the year. Walk through the Frankenmuth River Place with over thirty shops and attractions including the Bavarian Belle Riverboat, a relaxing hour-long narrated tour of the Cass River(seasonal). Enjoy a delicious world famous all you can eat chicken dinner at Zehnder’s or the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. 90 minute drive
Detroit Historical Museum
Your exploration into Detroit's and southeastern Michigan's rich history begins at the Detroit Historical Museum. The museum traces the region through over 300 years of history through a number of creative displays. Of particular interest is the 8,000 square foot Motor City exhibition focused on automotive heritage and featuring an actual working auto body drop from the General Motors Clark Avenue facility. 30 minute drive.
Detroit Institute of Arts
The recently renovated DIA has been a hallmark of Detroit culture since its founding in 1885. The museum covers over 600,000 square feet and houses one of the largest and most diverse collections of multicultural art in the United States, including the priceless Vincent van Gogh Self Portrait and the masterpiece sculpture Nail Figure from Zaire. To top it off, visitors are treated to Mexican artist Diego Rivera's Detroit Industry fresco cycle, considered Rivera's most important work in the U.S. Rivera painted 27 fresco panels, many of them modeled after the Ford Rouge Plant, on the walls of the large garden court inside the DIA. 30 minute drive.
Detroit Science Center
In the early 1970s, Detroit banker and philanthropist Dexter Ferry believed Detroit's youth lacked the same learning opportunities available in other major cities and led efforts to establish a major science center in the City. Construction on the original science center began in 1976 and a major renovation and expansion was completed in 2001. Today's Detroit Science Center encompasses over 110,000 square feet and offers Michigan's only IMAX Dome Theatre, a state-of-the-art digital planetarium, and multiple exhibit laboratories and learning environments. Situated in the heart of Detroit's Cultural Center, the Detroit Science Center is the perfect family venue that both educates and entertains. 30 minute drive.
Charles H Wright Museum of African American History
This is the largest museum in America devoted to over 600 years of rich African-American history. The building was opened in 1997 in the Cultural Center with constantly changing exhibits and events including the African diaspora and the civil rights struggle. 30 minute drive.
Dossin Great Lakes Museum and Belle Islle
Discover Detroit's maritime history at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum located on Belle Isle in the Detroit River. The museum tells the story of boats, sailors and cargoes on America's inland seas. Dossin visitors can take the helm of a Great Lakes freighter or admire the carved oak and stained glass of an early passenger steamer's grand salon or visit one of the three changing exhibit galleries. 30 minute drive.
Morley Candy Factory Tour
Morley Candy Makers free factory tour is perfect for all ages. Your video journey begins with the story of chocolate, how chocolate is made and how Morley Candy Makers got its start in Detroit, Michigan. After watching our experts create luscious treats such as Pecan Torties® and Coconut Clusters in our 100 foot observation walkway, a free sample and a stop in our unique candy & gift shop put the finishing touch on your visit. 5 minute drive
Theaters
Detroit Opera House
The Detroit Opera House is the home to Michigan Opera Theatre, one of the few American opera companies to own and operate its performance facility. Opening in 1996, the Opera House is the company's fifth venue since its founding in 1869. Gilded balconies, Tiffany-style glass, and Art Deco and Italian Renaissance décor highlight the interior. The Opera House offers exceptional original interpretations and classic operas, performances by the American Ballet Theatre, and touring productions such as Rent and Madame Butterfly. 30 minute drive.
The Fisher Theatre
The Fisher Theatre has entertained Detroit audiences since its opening as a movie and vaudeville house in 1928. In 1961, the Fisher was remodeled as a live theatre after being acquired by the Nederlander family, well-known theatre aficionados with ownership of venues nationwide. An elegant theatre housed in the Art Deco style Fisher Building, the Fisher Theatre hosts a variety of Broadway performances and has held world premieres of Hello Dolly, Fiddler on the Roof, Sweet Charity and Golden Boy. 25 minute drive.
Fox Theatre
Without question, the Fox is the Motor City's theatre crown jewel. In existence since 1928 and meticulously restored in 1998, the theatre is the definition of the word opulence. The ornate interior is described as Oriental, incorporating features of Hindu, Persian and Chinese architecture. Gold leaf, hand stenciled walls, velvet throne chairs, intricately cast brass ornamentation and the second largest Wurlitzer organ in the nation are some of the highlights of this spectacular building. The Fox continues to attract record crowds for a mix of concerts, annual variety and Broadway shows, restored classic films and family entertainment. 30 minute drive.
Meadow Brook Theatre
Founded on Oakland University's campus in 1967, Meadow Brook Theatre has become Michigan’s largest non-profit producing professional theatre. As a result of state funding cuts, the theatre nearly closed its doors in 2003. Fortunately, a grass-roots effort involving hundreds of metro-Detroiters saved the theatre. This outstanding theatre hosts award-winning productions in an intimate venue offering excellent sight lines and acoustics. 30 minute drive.
Orchestra Hall at the Max M. Fisher Music Center
Since the world famous Detroit Symphony Orchestra unveiled the Max M. Fisher Music Center in 2003, this performing arts complex has lived up to its billing as the destination for all types of music. In addition to the world's greatest classical music by the renowned Detroit Symphony Orchestra, The Max has been host to jazz, pops, family concerts and much more. More music, more diversity - it's all waiting for you at The Max. 30 minute drive
Gambling
MGM Grand Detroit Casino
Step inside a whole new world of dynamic gaming at MGM Grand Detroit. Experience a new level of luxuries with modern décor, spacious walkways and plush chairs in a clean, fresh environment. Feel the excitement of over 90 table games and pull in all the excitement with over 4,000 of the latest slots and video poker. Then go all-in with a full house of non-stop action in Detroit’s premier poker room. Ignite your senses at MGM Grand Detroit. 30 minute drive
Motor City Casino
MotorCity Casino Hotel's gaming floor has been fine-tuned to be the most exciting in the city. We offer classic reel games, the new five-reel games, as well as video poker and the most popular video slots. Come on in to find hot titles like Cleopatra, Pompeii, Queen of Atlantis and Deal or No Deal. Our slot floor has every denomination of game, including multi-denomination games and many progressives.
If you're looking for fast action, we have over 59 table games that include Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps, as well as a wide variety of specialty table games. Our most popular include 3-Card Poker, Four Card Poker, Mini-Baccarat, Progressive Pai Gow Poker, and Casino War. The smoke-free Poker Room has 12 tables of exciting games like Texas Hold 'em and Omaha Hi-Lo, tournaments every day. 30 minute drive
GreekTown Casino
Greektown Casino now has 100,000 square feet of total gaming space! That's more than 2,600 slot machines. We feature the most exciting slots, video poker machines, poker room and table games in Detroit.
Plus, our newly expanded area gaming floor features spacious aisles, $1 Wheel of Fortune progressive slot machines, and hundreds of other penny, nickel and dollar games.
New machines include: Triple Double Diamond Free Games, Double Strike Gold, Super Lucky 2x3x4x5x Pay, Super Times Pay Free Games, Lil Lady, Wolf Run, Lion Dance, Desert Spirit, Mayan Riches, Arctic Fox, Lady Of The Lake, and Red Lions 1 For 1.
25 minute drive
Hazel Park Harenes Racing
The first harness meet was held in the Spring of 1953, making 2010 it's 58th Season. Known as the pioneer track for being the first 5/8th mile track in the country, Hazel Park Raceway has attracted some of the nation's top drivers, trainers and equines since its inception.
Open for simulcasting 7 days a week, 362 days a year!
Recognized by the Detroit News as one of Detroit’s Best Action & Affordable Night Spots. 20 minute drive
Shopping
Somerset Collection
An elegantly designed mall offering the finest shopping in the Metro Detroit area. The Somerset Collection spans both sides of Big Beaver Road and offers world-class shopping at more than 180 stores. The north side is anchored by Nordstrom and Macy's and the south side by Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue. Both sides also feature popular dining spots. 30 minute drive
The Mall at Partridge Creek
An open-air shopping center featuring Nordstrom, Parisian, MJR Theatres and 90 more stores. Partridge Creek's restaurants include P.F. Chang's, California Pizza Kitchen and Brio Tuscan Grille, with other unique amenities like a 30-ft. fireplace, bocce ball courts, and a dog-friendly atmosphere. 10 minue drive
The Village of Rochester Hills
The Village has created a "downtown" atmosphere within a suburban community and comes complete with 50 shops and restaurants, tree lined streets and parks for the kids. Shoppers can stroll from store to store along sidewalks and walkways as you would on Main Street in any small town. This unique development concept is now being proposed in other suburban Detroit communities as well.
Great Lakes Crossing
Great Lakes Crossing adds theme entertainment and dining to create a shopping experience unlike any other in Detroit. The 200-store mall includes well-known entertainment and dining venues such as Gameworks and Rainforest Café. 35 minute drive.
Lakeside Mall
Located in a spectacular shopping area, Lakeside Mall offers 180 stores along with Macy's, JC Penney, Lord & Taylor and Sears, and a unique children's play area.
14 minute drive.
Macomb Mall
With more than 100 great stores, Macomb Mall is the favorite shopping destination on the east side. Stores include Old Navy, Kohl's, Sears, American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Helzberg Diamonds, Hot Topic, Silver Cinemas and many more. 15 Minute Drive
Prime Outlets - Birch Run
Prime Outlets - Birch Run is conveniently located in the heart of Michigan, and only 10 minutes from Frankenmuth, Michigan's most visited tourist destination. The largest outlet center in the Midwest, Prime Outlets - Birch Run features 145 of your favorite brand name stores and is a shopping destination for guests from all over the state of Michigan, as well as Indiana, Ohio and Ontario, Canada. 90 minute drive.
Entertainment
Dave and Buster's 15 minute drive
CJ Barrymoores 5 minute drive
Gameworks 35 minute drive
Fifth Avenue Billiards 20 minute drive
Orlean's Billiards Cafe 10 minute drive
Sports
Detroit Tigers
2006 MLB American League Champion Detroit Tigers and Comerica Park. 30 minute drive.
Local Guides
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