Top Rated Parks to Visit in Windsor

"Campus Martius Park (Latin for “field of Mars”) lies in downtown Detroit. In 1805, following the fire that nearly destroyed the city, the park became the focal point for rebuilding the city. It’s a great place to hang out and comprises two performance stages, monumental sculptures, public spaces and a seasonal ice-skating rink."

"Anchoring a two-square block in the heart of downtown, Campus Martius offers year-round fun with plenty of gardens, lawns, and fountains. From November to March, kids can skate on the city’s most popular outdoor rink."

"What’s more Instagrammable than a cobblestone alley covered in murals?. Not only that, but the nearby Recycle Here!. is just as wild and photo-worthy."

"Connecting the riverfront with the Eastern Market area for pedestrians, the Dequindre Cut is a revitalized greenway and recreational path popular with residents and visitors alike. Formerly a railroad, it now features a wide pathway and urban art and graffiti. You can rent bikes from Wheelhouse Detroit and explore the area on two wheels instead of two legs."

"Dequindre Cut is something between a public art space and a public green space. This was part of a CN rail line before it was converted into a greenway close to the Eastern Market. These days you’ll see couples, families, and young people walking, running, and biking along Dequindre Cut."

"Near Hart Plaza is the International Memorial to the Underground Railroad. Detroit played a very important role in the Underground Railroad. This was the last stop in the US before slaves were sailed across the Detroit River to freedom in Canada."

"A community gathering space across the street from the fortress-like GAR Building, Beacon Park always has something cool going on: food trucks on summer weekdays (from 11am to 2pm), free concerts, whimsical..."

"The trails of Eliza Howell Park offer some of the few places where you can, for brief moments, feel like you’ve totally left the city. Until you take out your phone to ‘gram the woods. View this post on Instagram"

"A trip to the city isn’t complete without a visit to the Jewel of Detroit. Belle Isle is a 982 acre island in the Detroit River that features enough attractions to fill the day. Take in the best views of downtown and get a picture next to the James Scott Memorial Fountain."

"America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee, espresso, breakfast sandwiches and donuts. Order your Dunkin’ faves via the drive-thru or order ahead of time with the Dunkin’ mobile app for a fast grab and go experience."

"This Eastern Market newcomer had the unfortunate timing of opening in the middle of 2020, when many beer drinkers were still huddling inside. The brewery specializes in Belgian-style beers with a small menu of Bavarian food. Indoor and patio seating are available in addition to carryout."

"In a great location on Broadway in Downtown, the Detroit Beer Co. has occupied the first two floors of the historic Hartz Building since opening in 2003. The brewhouse typically has a decent number of its own beer on tap, between seven and nine, as well as a revolving selection of guest beers and a menu of eclectic American cuisine. As it has two floors, the brewery is spacious, and the exposed brewing equipment completes the vibe."

"Detroit Beer Co. is a favorite among locals, and with good reason. Detroit Beer Co. has been around since 2003, and along with its location in downtown Detroit, it is also part of a trio of local breweries, which includes Royal Oak Brewery and Rochester Mills Brewing Co. This brewery is serving up something for everyone, utilizing state-of-the-art brewing technology to please craft beer skeptics and snobs alike."

"Batch Brewing Company’s taproom Corktown taproom serves not only beer but also Michigan pub-style food with a global twist—like jerk-chicken pasties or fried German-style potatoes—with some Vietnamese, Mexican, Greek, and Thai dishes thrown in. Co-founders Jason Williams and Stephen Roginson left corporate jobs to follow their dream, opening the brewery in 2015 after a successful crowdfunding campaign. Around 18 beers are on tap, from a farmhouse ale to the Dicksmasher Stout."

"Relatively new on the scene, the Batch Brewing Company has quickly amassed a large following since it debuted as Detroit’s first nano-brewery. Located in Corktown, it’s produced such weird and wonderful brews as the That’s the Way She Gose, Eh?. and the Unrequited Belgian Strong Golden Ale."

"Soak up the sunshine while drinking a cold one at Batch Brewing Company. Complete with umbrellas for shade, the patio is the perfect place to indulge in small-batch artisan beers and tasty eats. Don’t sleep on the soft-baked pretzel!"

"Located in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Fair Lane is the former home of automaker Henry Ford and his wife Clara. The Fords settled into their new home in 1915 and lived there until their deaths in 1947 and 1950. The grounds of Fair Lane include a powerhouse hydropower plant, which gave the estate the independence to produce its own power, heat, and light."

"The home of famous automotive pioneer Henry Ford and his wife Clara both lived here from 1915 till 1950. It was built with 56 rooms of carved stone and wooden artworks. It also includes his own garage, his best collections of car, and a wonderful garden with waterscapes."

"If we’re talking about unique museums in Detroit, we can’t skip Fair Lane. It was the estate of Ford Motor Company founder Henry Ford and his wife, Clara Ford. It has been open for historic tours and events recently, but it’s periodically closed due to restoration work."

"A hidden gem, Detroit Abloom is a non-profit cut flower farm is open to the public and free to explore. Created from abandoned space in a Detroit neighborhood, it’s proof that beauty is all around us. Have fun exploring the grounds, scoping out the vegetable gardens and chasing butterflies."