Discovering Detroit: A Journey with the Detroit Experience Factory
Explore the essence of Detroit with curated tours and local insights at the Detroit Experience Factory, your gateway to the city's rich heritage and vibrant culture.
The Detroit Experience Factory offers an immersive exploration of the Motor City, providing tourists with curated tours, essential information, and insider tips to make the most of their visit. With a focus on local landmarks and cultural hotspots, this tour operator is your gateway to understanding the rich history and vibrant present of Detroit. Engage with passionate guides who share the stories that make this city unique, and experience Detroit like never before.
A brief summary to Detroit Experience Factory
- 440 Burroughs St #332, Detroit, Tech Town, Michigan, 48202, US
- +1313-962-4590
- Visit website
Local tips
- Book your tours in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons to secure your spot.
- Take advantage of the local maps and brochures available at the Detroit Experience Factory for a more comprehensive exploration.
- Consider joining themed tours that focus on specific aspects of Detroit, such as its music history or architectural highlights.
- Engage with the guides; they often share personal stories and lesser-known facts that enhance the tour experience.
- Check the local events calendar for special happenings during your visit to complement your tour experience.
Getting There
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Public Transit
From the Detroit People Mover, get off at the 'Greektown' station. After exiting the station, walk east on Monroe St towards St. Antoine St. Continue walking until you reach the intersection with Mack Ave. Turn left onto Mack Ave and walk until you reach the intersection with Brush St. Turn right onto Brush St and continue walking north until you reach Burroughs St. Turn left onto Burroughs St, and the Detroit Experience Factory will be located at 440 Burroughs St #332 on your right.
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Bus
Take the DDOT Bus route 6 (Gratiot) from the Central Station. Get off at the 'Mack & Brush' stop. After getting off, walk west on Mack Ave and turn left onto Brush St. Walk north on Brush St until you reach Burroughs St. Turn left onto Burroughs St, and the Detroit Experience Factory will be at 440 Burroughs St #332.
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Walking
If you are at the Detroit Institute of Arts, exit the museum and head north on John R St. Walk straight until you reach Mack Ave, then turn left. Continue walking on Mack Ave until you reach Brush St, then turn right. Walk north on Brush St until you reach Burroughs St. Turn left onto Burroughs St, and the Detroit Experience Factory will be located at 440 Burroughs St #332.
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Bicycle
If you are cycling from the Detroit Riverwalk, head west along the river until you reach the intersection with Atwater St. Turn left onto Atwater and continue until you reach the intersection with Mack Ave. Turn right onto Mack Ave and continue until you reach Brush St. Turn left onto Brush St and go north until you reach Burroughs St. Turn left onto Burroughs St, and the Detroit Experience Factory will be at 440 Burroughs St #332.
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