Once America’s automotive wonder, now bustling urban paradise, Detroit has passed through many labels. Come and discover the city’s allure for yourself with Hertz Car Rental Detroit.
One of Detroit’s biggest draw points is its gorgeous art deco architecture found around town. Stemming from the city’s golden era in the automobile craze, these historic buildings that remain throughout the town are as beautiful now as they were back in their heyday. Get into your Detroit car rental and drive down to the Fisher Building, a famous towering skyscraper. The marble and granite façade hides impressively high ceilings, hand-painted murals, glittering mosaic-covered walls, glowing chandeliers, and golden-hued hallways inlaid with marble. The dizzyingly opulent interior is something you can’t miss out on. But not all of Detroit’s buildings have withstood the test of time. The Packard Plant holds the seat as Detroit’s most spectacular urban ruins. Once a specially designed factory, now it stands as a dilapidated testament to Detroit’s automobile era. Go on a tour of this old factory to see its wonders up close.
Spend the day out discovering Detroit’s special landmarks that have placed the city back on the map. Visit Belle Isle Park, an island nestled in the Detroit River. This park houses the Belle Isle Aquarium, an aquarium in operation since the 1900s. The building remains unchanged after all the years and retains its imposingly intricate art deco design. Inside you can tour the hallways lined with glossy mosaic tiles and tanks of exotic fishes. Visit the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, a glass-domed greenhouse housing an extensive collection of exotic plants from across the globe. Go on a tour of the stunning compound or have a picnic on the manicured lawns outside.
Start up your rental car’s engines and head out into the Detroit streets for an urban shopping spree. Visit the Eastern Market, Detroit’s oldest market that has been in practice since the 1890s. Tour the many stalls housing local artisans, farmers, and craftsmen touting their fresh wares, handmade goods, and piping hot local cuisine. For your retail fix, head over to Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, the biggest outlet centre in the state. With over 180 different shops to explore, you’d be spoilt for choice! Alongside carousels, fairy lights, top restaurants and more, don’t be shocked to spend your entire afternoon exploring the building.
If Detroit Airport is where your city adventure begins, you can pick up your car rental directly from the airport. Hertz Car Rental is located in Detroit Airport where the vehicles are ready for pickup. Do note that the Detroit Airport can get pretty crowded, so always book in advance to secure your car!
