10 Best Things to Do for Couples in Detroit

The Detroit Riverwalk is a scenic walking space where you and your partner can take in stunning views of both the city and neighbouring Canada. The riverwalk path extends more than 3 miles in length, so you'll have plenty of space to take in the breathtaking ambiance.

You may want to visit this walk multiple times to get a feel for it during the day and at night. Sunshine certainly illuminates the developments, fountains, and river, but something about the lights reflecting in the water at night can be magical. You and your partner will find it on the north side of the river from the Belle Isle Bridge to Rosa Parks Boulevard just south of city centre.

The Motown Museum is a museum and historical site dedicated to preserving the history of the Motown record label in the house that made it all possible. When you and your partner visit, you'll be able to see the very studio that made this music find mainstream success all those decades ago.

At the museum's Hitsville U.S.A., you can see the well-maintained control room for the studio as well as the iconic 1877 Steinway & Sons Model D grand piano that was used by several musicians including the Funk Brothers. You'll find it in the Henry Ford district just north of city centre.

The Sugar Hill Historic District is an iconic and nationally registered historic place where you and your partner will find a variety of old buildings dating back decades. In fact, some of the oldest buildings in the area were built back in the late 19th century.

Among the historic sites here, you'll find places like the Agnes Inglis house, a Queen Anne structure with an impressive accented bay tower. Additionally, this district is home to the Church of the New Jerusalem, which sports impressive Gothic Revival designs. It's located north of city centre and south of the Cultural Centre.

The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory is a popular attraction where you and your partner can explore a collection of exotic plants under beautifully designed domes. When you visit, you'll find quite a few different plants to peruse including a massive orchid collection that dates back to the 1950s.

Overall, the conservatory covers 13 acres of space with 5 different sections of flora. Additionally, you'll find a perennial garden and seasonal floral beds, so what you see may depend on the time of year you visit. It's all found on Belle Isle Park in the middle of the river east of city centre.

Detroit Vineyards is a premier location for couples looking to enjoy fine local wines made right in the heart of Detroit. Urban wineries are a bit of a rarity throughout the country, but this is one of the largest and most successful.

Everything they offer is produced and bottled right in the Eastern Market area. You and your partner can enjoy it all with a tour, a wine bar, and a tasting room that's available from Wednesday through Sunday. It's conveniently located just a short distance north of city centre.

The Sweets Bar at the Siren Hotel is an iconic bar that lets you relive an idealized version of the past with retro-style ambiance and atmosphere coupled with delicious drinks. The decor here is a blast from the past with pink walls, Old Hollywood-style furnishings, and even a sparkling disco ball.

The drinks available here are comprehensive with talented mixologists offering everything from old favourites to new custom creations. A lot of the cocktails have an old-timey charm to them, like the Bubble Rum, which is a bubble gum-flavored dry rum with some sherbet and bitters added. Try it out on Broadway Street city centre.

The Whitney is an iconic romantic restaurant in a historic setting where you and your partner can enjoy luxurious food and service. The restaurant is located in a mansion from the late 19th century, and the mood is soft and romantic bolstered by live piano music.

This restaurant is certainly romantic, but it's also quite fancy. You and your partner can enjoy the opportunity to dress up, as there is a dress code you'll have to abide by when you visit. Additionally, you'll want to book in advance to make sure you get a table. It's located in the heart of the Cultural District.

The Monarch Club is a rooftop bar offering pristine views of the city centre area alongside innovative cocktails and small plates. When you're on the neo-Gothic-style roof, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city's skyscrapers in every direction.

The menu here offers a wide variety of cocktails to enjoy in addition to beer and wine. Much of the beer and wine is locally sourced as well. If you're interested in small plates and shareables, you'll find plenty of incredible options like the mushroom truffle flatbread or the salmon sliders. It's located on the north side of city centre in the Metropolitan Building.

The Ford Drive-In Theatre is one of the few remaining drive-ins in the country where you can see a film from your car like people did decades ago. This theatre has showings every day of the week and often has double features letting you see 2 films for the price of 1.

When you and your partner see a film here, you can sit back and relax in the comfort of your car without having to worry about anyone else who's watching the same film. Plus, audio streaming is simple, giving you the choice of FM radio or Wi-Fi streaming. It's located a few miles west of city centre.

The Detroit Opera is a one-of-a-kind experience where you can enjoy stunning operatic performances in an upscale and historic setting. With their own production company, they regularly put on performances that are either renditions of famous works or something altogether new.

Occasionally you'll find touring performers and special events held here, but the main allure is the local production company with its immensely talented performers and set designers showing off everything they can do. Even performances of famous works are often done with a twist. See it for yourself city centre on Broadway Street.