Detroit’s location along the river allows residents and visitors to see all of its wonders and true beauty. If you’re looking for some of the best scenic views of the city and it’s surrounding area, these nine locations are your best bet. Grab your camera– you’ll absolutely need it when you visit these awe-inspiring scenic overlooks in Detroit!
- Sunset Point on Belle Isle.
Mike/Flickr Sunset Point is on the west end of Belle Isle and has the best views of the Detroit skyline, the Ambassador Bridge, the Renaissance Center and a bit of Windsor, Canada. As the name suggests, it’s best to see this view during a sunset.
- Chene Park Amphitheatre.
BB and HH/Flickr Chene Park hosts a number of pop and jazz concerts, but what makes this place different from other venues is the scenic overlook of the Detroit River and Canada.
- William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor.
A Healthier Michigan/Flickr Check out William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor at dusk for the gorgeous gardens, fountains, and fantastic views of Windsor, Canada and the towering Renaissance Center.
- Comerica Park.
Dan Gaken/Flickr You’ll get goosebumps when looking out at Comerica Park and witnessing downtown light up at night.
- Belle Isle Conservatory.
Maia C/Flickr The conservatory’s six sections of beautiful floral is something that must be seen to believe. From palm trees to rare flowers, it is a wonderful place hiding right here in Detroit.
- The Dequindre Cut Greenway.
Sean_Marshall/Flickr This railway-turned-greenway is a multi-use trail that’s only 1.2 miles long, but during the fall, you’ll see a wonderful array of colors and end your walk or bike ride near the Detroit River.
- The top of the Renaissance Center.
Jim Culp/Flickr Find your way all the way to the top of the Renaissance Center and see Detroit’s marvelous architecture, unique scenery, and the Detroit River.
- Detroit Opera Sky Deck.
SKY DECK at the Detroit Opera House/Facebook Take in the city during one of their public events, or rent the lovely garden space and see downtown Detroit in a whole new way.
What’s your favorite place to see breathtaking scenery in Detroit? Let us know in the comment section below!
Mike/Flickr
Sunset Point is on the west end of Belle Isle and has the best views of the Detroit skyline, the Ambassador Bridge, the Renaissance Center and a bit of Windsor, Canada. As the name suggests, it’s best to see this view during a sunset.
BB and HH/Flickr
Chene Park hosts a number of pop and jazz concerts, but what makes this place different from other venues is the scenic overlook of the Detroit River and Canada.
A Healthier Michigan/Flickr
Check out William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor at dusk for the gorgeous gardens, fountains, and fantastic views of Windsor, Canada and the towering Renaissance Center.
Dan Gaken/Flickr
You’ll get goosebumps when looking out at Comerica Park and witnessing downtown light up at night.
Maia C/Flickr
The conservatory’s six sections of beautiful floral is something that must be seen to believe. From palm trees to rare flowers, it is a wonderful place hiding right here in Detroit.
Sean_Marshall/Flickr
This railway-turned-greenway is a multi-use trail that’s only 1.2 miles long, but during the fall, you’ll see a wonderful array of colors and end your walk or bike ride near the Detroit River.
Jim Culp/Flickr
Find your way all the way to the top of the Renaissance Center and see Detroit’s marvelous architecture, unique scenery, and the Detroit River.
SKY DECK at the Detroit Opera House/Facebook
Take in the city during one of their public events, or rent the lovely garden space and see downtown Detroit in a whole new way.
If you’re looking for spots to take the perfect photograph of our lovely city, then you must check out this list of the eight places to photograph the Detroit skyline!
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