“We love getaways to Belle Isle, a massive city park in the middle of the Detroit River! The circumference of the island is roughly 6 miles, a lovely drive or bike ride or run. Trails, athletic fields, an indoor conservatory, one of the oldest aquariums in the US, a nature center, a beach, driving range, multiple playgrounds... ”

“Historic... an aquarium from the turn of the century... it's like being frozen in time. Definitely worth a visit. And I believe it's free. ”

“One of our cities largest parks is an island in the middle of the Detroit River. Lots to see and do, including a gorgeous botanical Conservatory, Aquarium, Nature Zoo, and the Dossin Great Lakes Museum.”

“The indoor greenhouse and grounds are lovely, aquarium too. Drive around Belle Isle and see the iconic fountain”

“Great gourmet pizza owned and operated by a neighbor, great pizza, convenient location. ”

“The Detroit Yacht Club, founded in 1868, is the largest and one of the oldest most prestigious private Clubs in North America.”

“Can you swim in the Detroit River? Yes! Don't worry, Belle Isle is way upriver of all the industrial junk spewing stuff downriver, and you get one of my favorite views of the city and the Ambassador Bridge from this beach.”

“An absolute MUST see on Belle Isle - The Dossin Great Lakes Museum is an historical maritime museum places special interest on Detroit's role on national and regional maritime history. ”

“The Belle Isle Nature Zoo offers the perfect location for educational, environmental and natural experiences in the metro Detroit ”

“Great views from the western end of the island towards downtown and Windsor, ON”

“Belle Isle is kind of the Central Park of Detroit. Belle Isle is perfect for picnicking and hanging out with friends or family. The views are magnificent. You can see the city of Detroit and also see Windsor.. in Canada!”

“Was the oldest continually operating aquarium in American when it closed in 2005. Now re-opened, it is truly an historic jewel not to be missed. ”

“A wonderful, refreshing, nearly 2 mile walk along the detroit river with Canada on the other side ! The Ambassador Bridge, GMRenCen building, and several other beautiful buildings and parks are along this walk (or bike rental). ”

“My old roommate used to work at this kayak rental place. I always enjoyed stopping in when he was working and taking a kayak out. The brook that leads out to the east of Lake Tacoma weaves through all of Belle Isle and honestly you can forget you are in a big city and instead think you are in the middle of nowhere. I think you can also rent other equipment like bicycle and such to ride around the island.”