Grosse Pointe, Michigan travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Grosse Pointe is an area in Wayne County in the state of Michigan. It includes the cities of Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe Park, Grosse Pointe Farms, Grosse Pointe Shores, and Grosse Pointe Woods. This article also covers the city of Harper Woods.

3 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat

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Best things about Grosse Pointe

Country Club of Detroit

Founded in 1897.

Edsel & Eleanor Ford House

Public tours. This tour is highly recommended for first time visitors.

Grosse Pointe War Memorial

Public tours.

Eyes on Design

Annual car show at the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 19°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Jul. (climate data from nearby Detroit)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit — 26 mi away (major hub). Directions
FNT Bishop International Airport, Flint — 58 mi away. Directions

The nearest freeway is Interstate 94, which runs through Detroit and Harper Woods.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Country Club of Detroit, Grosse Pointe War Memorial
Lunch The Hill Seafood and Chop House
Afternoon Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, Eyes on Design

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

Map

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Get in

The nearest freeway is Interstate 94, which runs through Detroit and Harper Woods.

Get around

Airport Shuttle Services are available by reservation. $59.00 one way to Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Romulus, Mich. Contact Detroit Airport Shuttle and Taxi at +1 313 759-7741.