One of the most recent improvements to Detroit is the makeover of the area known as Woodward Avenue. This district is well known for the many theaters and other venues that are home to numerous performances and concerts. You'll want to find out ahead of time what shows are playing while you're visiting the city. There is something there to suit everyone's tastes and expectations.

Detroit Institute of Arts is a must see destination if you are interested in culture. This museum has a large variety of collection of art from all ages including Asian and American art, ancient art, and art from the 20th century. The Detroit Institute of Arts is one of the largest museums in North America. This museum houses the famous art works of Picasso, Van Gogh, Degas, and Rembrandt among many other different art works.

Detroit is often called "Motor City" and what better tribute to the auto industry than the Henry Ford Museum. There you will find all sorts of information about the history of the automobile in North America. Henry Ford invented many things and a timeline and chronicle of his accomplishments is also at the museum. Ford founded the museum himself. His goal was to inform the public about transportation, including the steam locomotive and even motorized roller skates.

Another museum of importance in Detroit is the Motown Historical Museum. In this museum you can find the original recording studio used by Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, and Smokey Robinson, but no paintings can be found hanging around. The museum houses many memorabilia made famous by many popular musicians.

Visiting Detroit with your children is a great way to introduce them to the culture and arts of the Midwest. For that day when they insist on doing something fun you might want to suggest the New Detroit Science Center. This is a great place to let your children interact with science. They'll enjoy the advanced Digistar technology that shows the universe, such as Mars, through the use of an interactive virtual trip. Make sure that you schedule at least a couple of hours at the center, however keep in mind that very young children might have a hard time understanding the technical side of this attraction.

No trip to Detroit is complete without a stop at the Detroit Zoo, which has one of the biggest wildlife exhibits in North America. This zoo is known around the world for its gorilla and chimpanzee display. Other popular areas of the zoo include the Arctic Ring of Life, the Amphibian Conservation Center, and the Innuit Village, which highlights creatures from the far north.

If possible, plan your Detroit visit for the spring or autumn seasons. Summer is very crowded due to school vacations and the winter months are extremely cold, leaving even the natives huddled under blankets of snow.

With so many attractions waiting for your attention you'll want to plan a trip to Detroit the next time you need a relaxing weekend away. Your travel agent can help you find the right accommodations as well as arrange your travel plans.