Eastern Market Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Eastern Market showing interior views, flowers and shopping
Eastern Market
Eastern Market
Eastern Market
Eastern Market

Tens of thousands of locals and visitors flock to this vibrant market every week to buy top quality local food and crafts or to enjoy a gourmet lunch.

Detroit's enormous Eastern Market takes up six full city blocks, making it the biggest historic public market in the US. There's a wide range of items on sale here, from flowers and herbs, to art and jewellery, to local produce and gourmet snacks.

The sales sheds you see today were constructed in 1891, although markets had been operating in the area since the 1850s. The elegant, functional Victorian architecture and the entertaining street performers are worth the trip alone, but you'll find it tough to resist the dazzling array of wares on offer.

Explore the stalls selling fruit and vegetables, artisan meats, cheeses and much more. Chat to the vendors about the provenance of their food, much of which comes from their own farms, or ask to taste a sample. Grab lunch, a snack or a drink from one of the market's gourmet food stalls, bakeries, sweet stands or wine shops. Or if you prefer to eat indoors, check out one of the many eateries nearby.

After you've had your fill, head to the artisan stalls to pick up some locally made crafts, such as jewellery, clothes, soap and candles. The flower stalls are a delightful riot of colour and stock an incredible variety of blooms. Detroit's Eastern Market also plays host to the annual Flower Day: this celebration of summer is a truly breathtaking sight and is one of the largest flower shows in the country.

You can try to barter with Eastern Market vendors, but prices are generally set at a reasonable level. The best time to get a bargain is in the afternoons, just before closing. Don't forget to bring some cash as the vendors who accept cards are in the minority.

The Detroit Eastern Market is located approximately 2.5 kilometres from the centre of town. You can get there by bus or car, but avoid the middle part of the day if you want to ensure that you get parking. Come on Saturdays for the main market, or Tuesdays for a slightly smaller version.


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Eastern Market Hotel Deals

MotorCity Casino Hotel

MotorCity Casino Hotel

4.5 out of 5
2901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,150 reviews)
"The staff is always friendly anf helpful. Every time I make a trip to Detroit I stay here. I like that it is within walking distance to Comerica Park, Ford Field and Little Ceasars Arena along with many restaurants."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

MotorCity Casino Hotel
Hollywood Casino at Greektown

Hollywood Casino at Greektown

4 out of 5
1200 Saint Antoine St, Detroit, MI
The price is AU$310 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$310
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,611 reviews)
"Noce location and clean hotel"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hollywood Casino at Greektown
Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI
The price is AU$275 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$275
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,227 reviews)
"The view from the 25th floor was amazing. I stayed on the 12th floor and that view was amazing as well. Everything was convenient and walking distance to the ballpark. The free people mover was a bonus. The only thing I did not like was the the cost of the parking"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel
Radisson Hotel Detroit Metro Airport

Radisson Hotel Detroit Metro Airport

3 out of 5
8800 Wickham Rd, Romulus, MI
The price is AU$147 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$147
per night
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Romulus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Gateway Golf Club and ...
6.8/10 (1,015 reviews)
"Under new management, no pool available, no hot tub available, and the restaurant/bar was partially operational. Cleaned rooms while away but they stayed on top of it. Enjoyed stay in Detroit, MI inspite of."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Radisson Hotel Detroit Metro Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Detroit Metro Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Detroit Metro Airport

3 out of 5
30847 Flynn Drive, Romulus, MI
The price is AU$182 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$182
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Romulus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,219 reviews)
"Staff was amazing, breafast good."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Detroit Metro Airport
The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

4 out of 5
1509 Broadway St., Detroit, MI
The price is AU$235 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$235
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,688 reviews)
"Staff was amazingly helpful, especially Ivory at the front desk. However I like to read at night and the lighting in my room was minimal, I didn’t have a travel light ao couldn’t read…. Wish they had better lighting"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Eastern Market

Default Image

Lafayette Park

When in Lafayette Park, you can plan a visit to Comerica Park and MGM Grand Detroit Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lafayette Park
Default Image

Brush Park

Brush Park might not have many top sights, but Comerica Park and MGM Grand Detroit Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brush Park
Default Image

Forest Park

Though Forest Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Comerica Park and MGM Grand Detroit Casino.

Forest Park
Default Image

Medical Center

If you're spending some time in Medical Center, Cultural Center Historic District and Lexus Velodrome are top sights worth seeing.

Medical Center
Greektown Historic District

Greektown Historic District

Visitors to Greektown Historic District love its first-class casinos, and you can check out Hollywood Casino at Greektown and Underground Railroad Station Marker. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Greektown Station.

Greektown Historic District
Default Image

Elmwood Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Elmwood Park and surrounding area, you can visit Comerica Park and The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre.

Elmwood Park


Eastern Market Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: