Top Michigan Historical Tours - page 2

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Keweenaw Copper Country Trail road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the route, all based on your location. You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including one of Michigan's top scenic drives overlooking Copper Harbor, fascinating copper mining heritage sites, 300 year-old pine trees that rise up to 125 feet, and a well-preserved army fort. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you. ✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location ✅ Travel at your own pace ✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed ✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use ✅ Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates ✅ Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Explore Mackinac Island at your own pace, choosing to stop wherever you like with this self-guided audio tour. Rent your bicycles separately, and then choose your route. You don’t need to stick with a tour group or a fixed itinerary. You can start and finish when you like, and you also have offline access to maps, geodata, and your audio guide.

Discover the heart of Detroit on this City Highlights Walking Tour through downtown’s most iconic landmarks, historic districts, and architectural treasures. Explore the city’s rich past, from its industrial rise and labor history to its modern revival and cultural energy. Walk through vibrant public spaces, admire world-famous Art Deco buildings, and hear stories of Detroit’s legends, resilience, and transformation. This guided experience offers the perfect introduction to the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems.

Step into a world where industrial heritage meets modern revival with Downtown Detroit Walking Tour: Art Deco & Historic Landmarks. This 2-mile journey is a masterclass in urban history. Your professional Detroit tour guides illuminate stories from the skyline to the river. Whether seeking Art Deco Detroit tour tickets or a Detroit Underground Railroad tour booking, join us to explore the Motor City like never before. Highlights • Skyline Masterpieces: Explore the breathtaking interiors of the world-famous "Cathedral of Finance." • Monuments of Freedom: Trace the poignant path of the Underground Railroad and Civil Rights leaders. • Urban Legends: Visit the towering Spirit of Detroit and the powerful Joe Louis Monument. • Park to Park: A seamless 2-mile route connecting the city's two most historic green spaces.

This tour is totally flexible. You can decide how you want to spend the day or just relax and let the guide lead the way. It is provided by a local tour guide who has a lifetime of knowledge of Michigan and the Detroit area. Also, your guide will spend the day maximizing your Detroit area visit with a high level of client care.

Get ready to explore Kalamazoo in a unique way, and without the rigid schedules of a traditional tour, with this smartphone-based scavenger hunt. Solve trivia questions, complete challenges, and have a blast while learning all about Kalamazoo while enjoying a flexible, self-paced adventure with just your group. This is both an educational and fun adventure, where you uncover local facts in a way that suits your schedule.

Historic Downtown Mackinac is a collection of historic sites located throughout downtown Mackinac Island, presenting history from pre-European contact into the 1950s. This self-guided museum experience includes The Biddle House, featuring the Mackinac Island Native American Museum, explores the history of the Anishnaabek people of Mackinac Island through the lens of Agatha Biddle, an Odawa woman who lived in the house in the 1830s. The Benjamin Blacksmith Shop is a working blacksmith shop set in the 1950s, toward the end of the shop's life. The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum displays works inspired by Mackinac Island, including a juried exhibition. The American Fur Co. Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum was the site of a famous accident that altered the course of medical history, while the McGulpin House is a rare example of French Canadian architecture, and possibly the oldest residence still standing on Mackinac Island.

Discover the rich history of Detroit's downtown and nearby historic neighborhoods on this immersive tour. Begin at iconic landmarks such as Campus Martius, Griswold Street, and Cadillac Square, where the city's architectural evolution unfolds. Journey through the historic Paradise Valley and Black Bottom, once thriving centers of jazz and blues, with stories of urban renewal and cultural shifts. Learn about the musicians who shaped Detroit's musical legacy. Ideal for city and music lovers alike, this tour offers a unique glimpse into Detroit's past. - Visit historic sites like Campus Martius and Cadillac Square - Explore the jazz and Black-business heritage of Paradise Valley and Black Bottom - Insightful stories about urban renewal and community resilience - Perfect for history enthusiasts and music lovers alike

Explore the captivating history of downtown Detroit on this walking tour, tracing its evolution from a bustling hub to a city in recovery and back. Discover iconic sites such as Campus Martius, where Detroit's vision was born, and Griswold Street - the Wall Street of Detroit - lined with architectural marvels like the Guardian Building and the Penobscot. Delve into stories of resilience along Jefferson Avenue, discover the vibrant legacy of Black Bottom, and stroll through the historic Grand Circus Park and Capitol Park. This immersive experience reveals the cultural richness and transformative journeys of Detroit, guided by an expert storyteller and city planner. - Walk through Detroit’s historic districts and landmarks - Visit architectural gems like the Guardian and Dime Buildings - Hear tales of the Underground Railroad and significant historical figures - Enjoy a knowledgeable guide sharing local insights and stories

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle to make the most of your Eastern USA road trips. As you drive, hear stories play automatically as you explore scenic drives, national parks, lakeshores, and historic parks. This is the ultimate collection of 14 iconic destinations, including Acadia, Blue Ridge Parkway, Catskills, Florida Keys, Great Smoky Mountains, Lake Superior, Outer Banks, Shenandoah, and Vermont’s Route 100. A memorable adventure awaits on America's iconic roads. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one bundle per vehicle.

Set off on an unforgettable journey through Kalamazoo! Dive into the city’s fascinating past—from its Native American heritage to its involvement in the Spanish–American War. Capture photos, crack clever riddles, and discover fun trivia about hometown stars like Derek Jeter. Check out Kalamazoo’s first radio station, wander along North America’s first pedestrian mall, and even stop by Elvis Presley’s former office. Experience Kalamazoo in a whole new way!

Explore downtown Detroit on this 2-hour guided walking tour, discovering the city’s rich history, architecture, and riverfront landmarks. Starting at Campus Martius Park, the tour connects iconic sites that highlight Detroit’s growth, resilience, and culture. Highlights include: • Spirit of Detroit • Joe Louis Monument & Labor Legacy • Sculptures at historic Hart Plaza • Cadillac, Lincoln & MLK memorials • Book Tower, Guardian Building & Grand Circus Park Experience Detroit’s past and present in one memorable and engaging walk.

Tour the vestiges of French Detroit, an American City, that began as a French colonial outpost. It was founded as Fort Pontchartrain and as a trading post in 1701. It remained an outpost of the French Empire through 1760, when it became a part of the British Empire. It remained British until 1795, when it became American. Throughout those changes, Detroit retained its French identity and remained a French speaking city into the 1840's. Most of that French history is lost, forgotten, and seldom taught in history books. On this tour you will learn of the preservation efforts of what remains of the cultural heritage of French Detroit. This tour brings that history to life. After you download this tour, you can listen to the narration in the comfort of your home or hotel room. You can then decide if you want to visit all of the places in one day, or to focus on a few. Once you are close to each of the points of interest, the SmartGuide app will alert you and begin to play the narrative.

Set off on an exciting adventure through Lansing, Michigan’s capital city! Explore its rich past—from its founding by two brothers from New York to its rise as a vibrant center for education and culture. Put your sleuthing skills to the test as you answer clues about your surroundings, capture unforgettable photos, and uncover intriguing stories. Along the way, spot iconic landmarks like the towering Boji Tower, the lively Lansing Center, and learn about the historic Michigan Light Artillery. Get ready to experience Lansing in a whole new way!

Set off on an unforgettable adventure in Grand Rapids! Explore the city’s deep roots, from the heritage of the Ottawa tribes to the bustling fur trade of the 19th century. Snap selfies, solve clever riddles, and uncover stories about influential figures like Jay Van Andel. Admire inspiring works of art—from bronze sculptures by Vincent Da Silva to the striking “Ecliptic” fountain. Follow in the footsteps of civil rights activists, dive into the city’s rich baseball tradition, and discover the surprising invention of the carpet sweeper. Ready to join the fun?

Embark on a captivating 2-hour morning sail that delves into the rich history and enduring connection between the Anishinaabe people and Grand Traverse Bay. Join Tera John, a Knowledge Carrier and Story Keeper from the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, as your guide aboard the Manitou. Experience the Bay through the eyes of its ancestral residents, learning about its vital role in their lives and culture since time immemorial.

Discover Detroit’s highlights with your friends during a private mobile scavenger hunt. Using your smartphone, your team follows clues to landmarks including Comerica Park, Library Park, Hart Plaza, and Campus Martius Park. Along the way, learn about local history, art, and culture. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or call the Motor City home, this is the perfect way to get to know Detroit at your own pace.

The best way to explore Michigan’s capital, and the most fun, is to do it by scavenger hunt. This is an app-led adventure, so you can avoid large tour groups and are able to take part with just your private group. Be as competitive as you like, answering trivia questions to solve each clue. This takes around two hours on average, but you can go at your own pace.

Skip the traditional walking tours and learn all about Grand Rapids the fun way with this app-led scavenger hunt around the city. Solve challenges for points while exploring at your own pace with just your group. Compete against each other or collaborate as you discover local landmarks and enjoy digital photo copies of your adventure.

Whether you’re new to Ann Arbor or want to mix up your typical routine, a mobile scavenger app is the perfect way to add some excitement to your time in the city. Using a smartphone, your team solves challenging questions that lead you to the next clue. Along the way, see and learn about some of the city's most famous and lesser-known landmarks.

Mackinac Island's West Bluff is one of the Midwest's finest collections of Victorian architecture, built by industrialists escaping the heat and grime of post-Civil War cities. On this self-guided walking tour, you'll trace the stories behind eleven of these grand cottages, from the lumber barons and meat-packers who built them to the governors and immigrants who shaped their legacy. The tour starts at the Walter C. Newberry Cottage, the first home past the Grand Hotel. You'll walk along the bluff, passing Queen Anne turrets, wraparound verandas, and shingle-style facades, while hearing how wealthy families competed for leases on this National Park land starting at just $25 a year. Along the way, you'll discover how business partnerships, family dynasties, and architectural rivalries played out side by side on this single stretch of shoreline.