Corktown Travel Guide
Detroit
Popular places to visit
Michigan Central
You can find out about the history of Detroit with a visit to Michigan Central. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.
Huntington Place
During your trip, find out what's happening in Huntington Place, a top convention centre in Detroit. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
MGM Grand Detroit Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM Grand Detroit Casino during your travels in Detroit? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Henry Ford Museum
See the limousine in which JFK was assassinated, historical buildings and vehicles, and exhibits that document the evolution and impact of technology.
Little Caesars Arena
Catch an event at Little Caesars Arena during your trip to Detroit. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and casinos in this vibrant area.
GM Renaissance Center
A distinctive point on the Detroit skyline, this collection of skyscrapers is the global headquarters of General Motors and a popular entertainment destination.
Things to do
Detroit Red Wings Ice Hockey Game at Little Caesars Arena
Best Downtown Detroit Historical Walking Tour
Macabre, Murder, & Mayhem in Motor City : Detroit Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Corktown
The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton
It took 45 mins to get my car from valet thats my only issue, very nice hotel and staff but that valet wait might have me booking else where. Please try to fix this
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Trumbull and Porter Hotel
The staff and housekeeping were excellent and helpful. Everything went well right down to the coff.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hollywood Casino at Greektown
Great staff, beautiful and clean rooms, and the location in downtown Detroit is phenomenal. Would stay here 100 out of 100 stays. Thank you hollywood casino for a great stay and trip
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
MotorCity Casino Hotel
Great stay and easy to book
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Detroit Metro Airport
Good people and service
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Atheneum Suite Hotel
The room was great. The staff service was decent - valet and greeters seem a bit uninspired and housekeeping missed some spots/left bits trash in a corner of the room before I checked in. Otherwise the location is great and the room is well-sized.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Corktown
North Corktown
While North Corktown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like MotorCity Casino and Michigan Central.
Downtown Detroit
Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Campus Martius Park and Detroit Opera House, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city.
Brush Park
Brush Park might not have many top sights, but Little Caesars Arena and Comerica Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Greektown Historic District
Visitors to Greektown Historic District love its first-class casinos, and you can check out Hollywood Casino at Greektown and Underground Railroad Station Marker. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Greektown Station.
Core City
While there might not be top attractions in Core City, you can explore the larger area and discover places like 20 Grand Lounge Historic Site and MotorCity Casino.
Midtown
If you're spending time in Midtown, check out sights like The Majestic Theatre or Detroit Masonic Temple and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canfield Street Station or Martin Luther King Boulevard/Mack Avenue Station.
