S
Great time!
Christine was a fabulous tour guide! We went to 4 super fun bars. All with different vibes and all fun. Highly recommend!
Small Group Walking Bar Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Detroit
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Walking on Woodward
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at the Hart Plaza Fountain (1 Hart Plaza, Detroit, MI 48226), right near the base of Woodward Avenue and the Detroit Riverwalk.Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in. Your guide will be wearing a Walking on Woodward lanyard and holding a sign.
Description
Join us on an unforgettable walking bar tour along Detroit’s legendary Woodward Avenue, where you’ll explore 3-4 well traveled watering holes. From sleek cocktail lounges to time-honored dive bars, this experience blends the best of Detroit’s nightlife with its rich, gritty, and fascinating history. Led by a fun, knowledgeable local guide, you’ll hear tales of Prohibition, the evolution of Detroit’s legendary bar scene, and the city’s musical and industrial roots—all while sipping craft cocktails, local brews, or whatever suits your taste. Along the way, we’ll stop for photo ops at landmarks like Hart Plaza & The Spirit of Detroit. Note we also do private tours, please message us for details.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Spirit of Detroit
The Spirit of Detroit is on our way to our first stop.
The Guardian Building
The Guardian Building is a Detroit Historical Landmark in the Financial District.
What's included
Included
Expert-Guided Walking Tour Led by a friendly local guide
Not included
Drinks are not included in the ticket price. Guests are responsible for purchasing their own beverages at each stop.
Traveller Ratings
4.6
5 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Small Group Walking Bar Tour take?
Small Group Walking Bar Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Small Group Walking Bar Tour cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this Detroit experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Small Group Walking Bar Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your guide at the Hart Plaza Fountain (1 Hart Plaza, Detroit, MI 48226), right near the base of Woodward Avenue and the Detroit Riverwalk. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in. Your guide will be wearing a Walking on Woodward lanyard and holding a sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Small Group Walking Bar Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 5 verified reviews; it is run by Walking on Woodward.
Reviews(5)
Y
Tour of the city with friends🤗
Excellent bar tour! Our tour guide Christine was fun and pleasant!! Will definitely do this again!! All of the stops were great!
C
One and done
While our guide was friendly- I felt the tour was lacking a lot of historical information about our great city. Besides Grand Trunk I felt like the other bars were haphazardly selected with no real purpose or connection to the overall tour. I thought we were walking all the way down to LCA where she would share info about Comerica, ford field, and the historical church on the corner. We had great people on the tour with us so we made the best of it but I would not recommend this tour to anyone else.
Operator response
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your thoughts! This tour was actually one of our first larger groups, so we really appreciate your patience as we work on finding the right balance between the social side and all the great Detroit history we love sharing. Your feedback about the route and storytelling is super helpful — we’re already making a few tweaks. I’m glad to hear you had a great group and a friendly guide, and I’d love to have you back for a future tour once we’ve made those updates. Thanks again for joining us and helping us grow! — James
G
Walking bar tour!
Very nice informative walking tour of the bars of Detroit. Christine was our guide and she was great. Informative, knowledgeable and personable. A good time was had by all!
K
Great tour guide!
We walked to 4 different bars, also stopped for ice cream. Jeff Fritz made the experience enjoyable, as a former Second City cast member, he was very engaging and funny. Loved the time we spent with him!
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