About Explore the D
Explore the D was created to help people discover the best things to do in Detroit — from brunch spots and rooftop bars to tours, events, hidden gems, local businesses, and unforgettable experiences.
Detroit has so much to offer, but finding the right place to go or the right thing to do can be overwhelming. Explore the D makes it easier by bringing the city's best experiences together in one place.
Whether you're planning a date night, a birthday, a girls' day out, a family activity, a bar crawl, a brunch, or a weekend adventure, Explore the D helps you find your next great Detroit experience.
What We Do
We connect locals and visitors with restaurants, bars, events, tours, attractions, entertainment, and local businesses throughout Detroit.
Explore the D is built around discovery, convenience, and community. Our goal is to make it simple for people to explore more of the city while helping local businesses reach people who are actively looking for something to do.
Why We Started
Detroit is full of energy, culture, creativity, and amazing businesses. But too many great places still go undiscovered.
We started Explore the D to shine a brighter spotlight on the people, places, and experiences that make Detroit special — and to give residents, visitors, and businesses a better way to connect.
For Locals & Visitors
Explore the D helps you discover:
Whether you've lived here your whole life or you're visiting for the first time, there's always something new to explore in Detroit.
For Local Businesses
Explore the D also helps restaurants, bars, venues, attractions, apartments, retailers, and local businesses reach an engaged audience looking for their next experience.
Through featured listings, events, promotions, memberships, sponsorships, and custom partnerships, we help businesses get discovered by more people across Detroit.
Our Mission
To help more people explore Detroit — and help more Detroit businesses grow.
We believe when people get out, try new places, attend events, support local businesses, and experience the city together, Detroit becomes stronger.
Explore More. Experience More. Support Local.
Explore the D is more than a guide. It's a platform for discovery, connection, and local growth. We're here to help you find your next favorite restaurant, your next fun night out, your next family activity, your next celebration, and your next Detroit memory.