Shinola Factory Tour: Founded in 2011, Shinola has quickly become world renowned for their luxury timepieces and unfailing hand craftsmanship, here in Detroit. They provide tours on request, and if interested, click here to learn more and to reserve a tour. Packard Proving Grounds: If you’re a Packard fan, a visit to the Packard Proving Grounds is well worth a visit. You’ll find it hard to pull yourself away from their massive collection of literary artifacts devoted to the automobile. The Detroit Public Library, Skillman Branch: This may seem like an odd stop, until you visit their National Automotive History Collection, regarded as the nation’s largest public automotive archive. If you’re heading downtown, you’ll be a stone’s throw from this historic location. Click here to see their directory.īelle Isle State Park: The view of Detroit from Belle Isle is wonderful, and the park setting will offer many photo opportunities. It’s within 15 minutes from our host hotel and is our area’s upscale shopping mall. The Somerset Collection Mall: Whether you’re looking for food or something that didn’t make it in to your suitcase, you’ll likely find it at Somerset. This location has an outlet center as well! The Herman Miller Company Store: Mid-century modernists may want to bring a station wagon if you add this stop to you route in from the west! Located in near Lake Michigan in Zeeland, you’ll find some of Herman Miller’s iconic furniture design on display and available for purchase. You’ll also find Best Buy, Costco, Target and other shops nearby for anything you may need during your stay.
Great Lakes Crossing Outlet Mall: This is Michigan’s largest indoor outlet mall, with literally hundreds of stores and restaurants, all within a 15 minute drive from our host hotel. It’s very easy to find from our hotel, and you can find more information here. There’s outdoor seating to catch the sights, and a fun crowd every evening. SoHo Bar: Around the Detroit area, It’s hard to beat 9-Mile Road in Ferndale to find food, local art and it’s home to one of our more popular gay bars, SoHo. Located about 20 minutes from Pontiac in Royal Oak, you’ll have a good time at this lively venue. Pronto Bar: If you’re in the mood for dinner, cocktails, dancing, or even a game of pool, Pronto offers all of that and more. Reservations aren’t usually needed, and the menu has something to offer everyone. Vinsetta Garage Restaurant: It’s a great spot to grab a bite and see what other classic cars make an appearance along Woodward Avenue. Click here to reserve a table or see their menu. Check out the nearby art galleries and shops, then settle down for a truly lavish meal. She Wolf Detroit Restaurant: Among the best Italian restaurants that Detroit has to offer, and located around the vibrant Wayne State University district. Gas Buddy: For all of your other gas needs, Gas Buddy offers an extensive listing of gas stations nationwide. Husbands Luis and Joshua Mandujano took over the place a couple of years ago, giving it a much-needed facelift. They also offer 90-octane ethanol-free gas alongside more conventional choices., Here are their details. Gigi’s is one of the area’s longest standing drag bars, attracting huge crowds looking to be dazzled for almost 50 years. Marathon – Hickory Corners: Here’s a great place to top off your tank if you’re planning to join the Gilmore Car Museum tour on Monday July 27.
Not a bad place to pick up snacks, either! Plan on a 13 mile, 20 minute drive from the hotel to reach this spot.
Kroger – Lake Orion: This grocery store gas station also has ethanol-free gas available. It’s also very near Anchor Bay and may offer a lovely photo opportunity. Thursday: Fiat Chrysler Museum, GM Heritage Centerįriday: Stahl Automotive Collection, Edsel and Elanor Ford HouseĪnglers Point Bay Marina – Chesterfield: Some of our cars prefer ethanol-free gas, and those attending the Stahl Automotive Collection tour on Friday July 31 may wish to fill up here. Tuesday: Henry Ford Estate, The Henry Ford Museum, Ford’s Garage Restaurant Monday: Gilmore Car Museum and Metzger’s German Restaurant Sunday: Concours D’Elegance of America, and Moose Reserve Restaurant
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