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Detroit ZoovsThe Henry Ford Museum
Both are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Detroit Zoo scores slightly higher than The Henry Ford. Detroit Zoo ranks #3 in Detroit with approval from 5 publications including Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Atlas Obscura.
Detroit Zoo
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Atlas Obscura
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
8450 W 10 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48215
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Fodor's "More than 2,800 animals from about 300 species live uncaged in natural habitats at the Highlights include a large penguinarium, a walk-through aviary with tropical birds and plants." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Arctic Ring of Life at the Detroit Zoo is the world's largest polar exhibit. " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This zoo was one of the first in the country to feature open, natural environments for its animals." Full review
Atlas Obscura "The bones of an old zoo crumbling in the shadow of a new one. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"Many recent travelers called the Detroit Zoo one of the city's best family attractions...boasting more than 2,400 animals, the zoo has a longstanding history in Detroit (it's been open since 1928). " Full review
Frommer's "The Detroit Zoo is one of the finest in the nation, with all of the expected animals -- elephants, giraffes, bears, lions, and more" Full review
The Henry Ford Museum Frommer's
Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn, MI 48124-4088
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Frommer's "The Henry Ford Museum, a 12-acre repository of Americana, holds something of interest for everyone." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The region’s premier museum, the Henry Ford is a breathtaking repository for the history of innovation." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Built for automobile magnate Henry Ford and his wife, Clara, in 1915, the house is decorated with roseleaf mahogany panelling, silver chandeliers and hand-carved woodwork. " Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The museum's most popular exhibition, "Driving America", tells the story of the car's evolution and the ways in which it changed society." Full review
