Hop on the bus and get the inside scoop on America’s best kept secret!

Ready to explore the Motor City?

Even if you live here, we have something new for everyone. This exclusive ride through the city will take you to some of Detroit’s most iconic buildings, experience our storied riverfront, walk through an outdoor art installation (or two), and maybe even get in a little bit of shopping.

As a city that got its start in the early 1700’s before our country’s founding, we know a thing or two about making big things happen. As we start with a taste of downtown, Campus Martius and The Guardian Building are your first stops where you’ll see how industry shaped Detroit, and how the Motor City in turn shaped the trajectory of American innovation.

Explore the Paris of the Midwest with us!

Beyond the sites, we have stories for days about the way Detroit has helped shape not just Michigan, but the world. Did you know Detroit played an integral role on the Underground Railroad? Sure you’ve probably heard about Motown, but did you know Techno originated here?

Uncover the past, immerse yourself in the prolific present, and witness the transformation of Detroit on our Welcome to Detroit Bus Tour. 

The Details

Schedule
This tour runs every Tuesday & Friday @ 1pm. The tour is approximately 2.5 hours long. Book your tickets using the fancy booking link near the top of the page.

Pickup
This tour begins in front of the Checker Bar: 124 Cadillac Square, Detroit, MI 48226

Refund Policy
We’ll gladly refund your tickets in full 14 days prior to the day of the event. After that, there’s no refunds. Sorry to be so mean about it.

FAQ’s

What happens if I miss the bus? Will the bus wait for me if I’m late?

We can’t hold the bus for you if you’re late. Sorry to be so mean about that. There’s a schedule to keep and we want everyone to have a good time.

Is this tour family-friendly?

Yes, this tour is designed to include everyone. The whole family can come! However, please know this tour does feature several stops where we will disembark from the bus and do some walking around. Please plan accordingly.

Can I drink on the bus?

No. There is no drinking on this particular tour other than water, juice, or pop. However, we do offer several tours where you can drink both on and off the bus, such as our popular Drunks of Antiquity Tour, our Wine Not? Tour, and Brewery Hop! 

What if I can’t show up? Will my friend be able to go instead?

Totally. Just let us know ahead of time via [email protected] and we’ll update your tickets with the new name or send them with your printed tickets.

Will you be selling extra seats at the bus?

Nope. Sorry. All passes gotta be bought online. There’s a limited number of seats and we want you to have plenty of room – no roof riders no matter how badass that might sound.

What about weather SNAFUs?

We live in Michigan. Sometimes Mother Nature likes to throw us a curveball. We keep safety as our highest priority. In case of gnarly weather, you’ll receive an email the day of the event with a raincheck/snowcheck date. If you cannot make the rescheduled date, you’ll get a voucher good for a future tour with us.