Best Kept Secret

Built in 1928 as the Wilson Theatre, the modern Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts has been a staple to the live performance industry in Detroit since its creation. The oldest continuously operating live theater in the city, this 1,700-seat entertainment venue was renovated in the 1970s and remains one of Detroit’s most vital players in the performing arts sector.

Bibliophiles rejoice! John K. King Books in downtown Detroit boasts four above-ground floors and a basement full of rare and used books for the public to peruse and purchase. The largest independent bookseller in the state, this enormous collection (over 1 million books) accounts for most of the store’s business–but true book collectors will want to make an appointment to view the rarer antiques next door.

Get your pulse racing at Delux Lounge, the most popular nightlife destination and dance club in the 313. Order classy, classic mixed drinks at this full service bar, and take them with you to a booth where you can catch up on all the latest news with your friends or bring them out with you onto the dance floor where they play all the latest music.