Greektown Historic District

Detroit

Greektown Historic District
Greektown Historic District
Greektown Historic District
Greektown Historic District
Greektown Historic District

Experience the atmosphere of a Mediterranean town within the city centre of Detroit as you dine on European food and enjoy a buzzing nightlife.

Greektown Historic District is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Detroit. Walk around this compact part of the city center to find bars, restaurants and casinos inspired by Greece, yet in the heart of Michigan’s largest city. This atmospheric district gives you a glimpse into Detroit’s history and offers fun nights at gaming tables and in European-style bars.

Stroll down streets that were first populated in 1830, initially by German immigrants. Greektown gained its name in the early 1900s when immigrants from Greece moved in and set up businesses in the area. The neighborhood took on even more of a Greek personality in the 1960s, when leaders in the community ran the popular annual Greek Festival on the neighborhood’s streets.

Stop for lunch or dinner in the businesses scattered around Greektown. Restaurants and bars such as Pegasus Taverna are named after Greek heroes, myths and cities. These cozy establishments offer classic dishes from the Mediterranean. Feast on meals such as souvlaki and accompany them with a shot of ouzo, one of the most popular spirits in Greece.

Pause for a moment in the two neighboring churches of Greektown. Look upward when entering Old St. Mary’s, which was built in 1885, to appreciate the colorful frescoes on the ceiling of this Pisan Romanesque church. Annunciation Cathedral is a more modern Greek Orthodox church with impressive icons of the 12 apostles.

Try your luck at the Greektown Casino, a stylish glass building with a variety of games. Poker competitions promise fun and tension throughout the evening, while other tables offer blackjack, roulette and craps.

Throughout summer, Greektown hosts music and dance on the streets at sundown every weekend. Join hundreds of visitors and embrace the lively energy of these performances as Monroe Street becomes pedestrianized for the night.

Ride Detroit’s People Mover into the heart of Greektown Historic District or take one of the buses running throughout the city. The neighborhood is free to enter and easy to explore on foot. Its highlights are open throughout the year.


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Top hotels in Greektown Historic District

Hollywood Casino at Greektown
Hollywood Casino at Greektown
4 out of 5
1200 Saint Antoine St, Detroit, MI
The price is €292 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
€292
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,102 reviews)
"Property was very nice. Construction in area made finding attached parking garage impossible to find (never been here before). Had to pay premium for another parking garage."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Hollywood Casino at Greektown
Atheneum Suite Hotel
Atheneum Suite Hotel
4 out of 5
1000 Brush Avenue, Detroit, MI
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,830 reviews)
"Convenient for shopping and Tiger stadium"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Atheneum Suite Hotel
Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel
Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €177 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
€177
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,115 reviews)
"Worked out great since we were going on a lunch and entertainment cruise on the Detroit Princess. The dock was more or less across the street. There was a People Mover a half a block away to get around downtown for free. Pricey but worth it."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel
The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel
The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel
4 out of 5
1509 Broadway St., Detroit, MI
The price is €285 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
€285
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,550 reviews)
"It was quick, affordable and close to Comerica. The rooms and hallways were a tad dark!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel
Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown by IHG
Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1020 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI
The price is €142 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€142
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Hotel Indigo Detroit – A Great Stay in the Heart of the City I had an excellent experience at Hotel Indigo Detroit. The pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the location and quality of service. My room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained throughout my stay. What really stood ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown by IHG
MotorCity Casino Hotel
MotorCity Casino Hotel
4.5 out of 5
2901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,861 reviews)
"It was an awesome experience as always.At the motorcity"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

MotorCity Casino Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Greektown Historic District

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Downtown Detroit

4/5(9 area reviews)

Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Comerica Park and Ford Field, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Detroit
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Lafayette Park

When in Lafayette Park, you can plan a visit to Ford Field and Comerica Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lafayette Park
Eastern Market featuring interior views, shopping and flowers

Eastern Market

The great live music and first-class casinos highlight some of the most notable features of Eastern Market. Make a stop by Historic Trinity Lutheran Church while you're exploring the area.

Eastern Market
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Brush Park

Brush Park might not have many top sights, but Comerica Park and Ford Field are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brush Park
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Rivertown

If you're spending some time in Rivertown, The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre and Detroit Riverwalk are top sights worth seeing.

Rivertown
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Corktown

Travellers enjoy Corktown for its live music and historical sites. Consider checking out Michigan Central while you're in the area.

Corktown

Greektown Historic District

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