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Family trip to Detroit with children. Ideas on where to go with your child

Detroit skyline Detroit has special attractions that can interest even the youngest travelers. A perfect example is the Belle Isle Aquarium - a great zoological center which is not an ordinary aquarium in the literal sense of the word. In it, besides aquariums with fish and other representatives of the underwater world, you can visit the most interesting terrarium, in which live iguanas and rare species of tropical frogs, and also see a lot of amazing animals. The aquarium is very large; it will take more than one hour to admire all its inhabitants.
There are many beautiful parks in the city which are perfect for a holiday with children. Near the aquarium is located the Belle Isle Park, situated near the coast. This picturesque park is remarkable for the fact that in its specially equipped territory live typical forest animals like squirrels, marmots and various kinds of birds. Visitors to the park will have the opportunity to feed these friendly inhabitants, as well as stroll through the picturesque corners of the park and admire the fountains that adorn it. In summer, many tourists with children come to the park specifically to play active games on the coast or have a picnic.
Another picturesque place which is definitely worth a visit with children is the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory. It is located on the adjacent territory of the ancient conservatory. In this botanical garden, an incredibly interesting collection of rare flowers and exotic plants is collected. You can also see rare species of orchids here, and with your own eyes see how bananas grow on a palm tree, as well as equally exotic fruits hanging from exotic trees, which can impress you with its look. Walking around this garden is sure to be informative. Its main guests are tourists with children. The Botanical Garden is sheltered. During the warm season, the adjacent territory is equipped with a picturesque landscape park. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
In Detroit, you can choose a hotel to suit literally every taste; one of the most beautiful buildings in the city is occupied by the prestigious hotel, DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Detroit … Open
In addition to the numerous casinos and entertainment facilities for adults in Detroit, there are excellent leisure centers for the whole family. Fans of water entertainment should look into the Wayne County Family Aquatic Center - a beautiful water park with a lot of entertainment for all members of the family. It has beautiful swimming pools including special pools for children, as well as various water attractions. In the center, there is a cafe which gives visitors the opportunity to relax and enjoy their favorite entertainment all day long.
Detroit When you want to add an interesting cultural component to your vacation, be sure to go to the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant. It presents to visitors, an interesting collection of vintage cars, against whose background visitors can not only take a picture, but also sit inside. Excursions that are held in this museum are incredibly cognitive. Kids will certainly enjoy the opportunity to sit behind the wheel of a car that was invented a hundred years ago, and to check how its horn works.
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The museum DNR Outdoor Adventure Center is no less interesting a place, which is guaranteed to be enjoyed by children. A wide variety of interactive expositions, as well as collections dedicated to natural science topics are available for its visitors to study. Children can learn about what animals and birds inhabited our planet in the prehistoric period, as well as to try out the original game simulators in action. In this center, excursions and cognitive programs are conducted for children of different ages.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Detroit and surroundings

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Amusement parks near Detroit
♥   Amusement park 'Jeepers' Sterling Heights, 32.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'CJ Barrymore’s Family Entertainment Center' Clinton Township, 35.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens' Kingsville, 42.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Monsoon Lagoon' Port Clinton, 93.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Cedar Point' Sandusky, 99.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Detroit
♥   Water park 'Splash Universe' Dundee, 66.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Soak City' Sandusky, 98.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Castaway Bay' Sandusky, 103.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Great Wolf Lodge' Sandusky, 106.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Bavarian Inn Lodge' Frankenmuth, 124.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all oceanariums
Aquariums in Detroit and nearby
♥   Aquarium 'Belle Isle Aquarium' Detroit, 5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Aquarium 'Michigan Sea Life Aquarium' , 46.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Famous sights of Detroit

Detroit Mariott

From the series “The World's Tallest Hotels”
Tourists who have decided to visit Detroit can live in one of the highest hotels in the world. It all about the high-quality hotel called Detroit Mariott. The hotel received its first guests in 1997. At the time of the opening, it was the highest hotel on the planet. The height of the skyscraper with 1 298 hotel rooms is 221 meters. It is still one of the tallest buildings in the Western hemisphere. The structure and equipment of the hotel are well thought out in detail, so that guests can enjoy the panoramic view of the city at any time. … Read further

Michigan Central Station

From the series “Deserted Places Causing the Feeling of Chill”
In the United States there are too many abandoned buildings that can scare even the most experienced travelers. One of these buildings is the Michigan Central Station, which was built in 1913. At the time of completion, this railway station was one of the largest in the country. Even today, the historical building is striking in its majesty. The last train from this station departed in January 1988. After that, it has lost its original meaning and had almost 30 years by slowly being destroyed. … Read further
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Interesting places to visit with children around Detroit

Guide to sightseeing and entertainment for children in Detroit - parks, attractions, museums, zoos, water-parks. All fascinating and educational sites of Detroit, which are must visit and see for your child. Find out the best discovery routes and places for kids (local theaters, exhibitions and museums), where you can spend quality time together. Detroit for families with children.
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