Riverwalk to the Belle Isle Bridge
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Belle Isle's conservatory and aquarium are on limited hours we can't confirm for this date, so this one leans on the Detroit RiverWalk that leads right up to the bridge — bikes, water, and a Greektown dinner to close it out. Start at Wheelhouse Detroit, pedal the greenway toward the island, then swap wheels for paddles before beers and a burger.
10:00 AM
Wheelhouse Detroit
1340 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI 48207
Grab bikes here — $15 gets you two hours, plenty for the ride out to the island.
10:30 AM
Belle Isle Bridge Ride
Ride the MacArthur Bridge onto the island and loop the shoreline — check the park's current hours and any conservatory closures before you cross.
12:30 PM
Outdoor Adventure Center
1801 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI 48207
Back on the mainland side — climb the 35-foot bur oak or try the kayak simulator if you're saving the real thing for later.
2:30 PM
Detroit River Sports
14601 Riverside Blvd, Detroit, MI 48215
Book ahead — hours are limited and by appointment, but paddling past the island beats seeing it from a bike seat.
6:30 PM
Firebird Tavern
419 Monroe St, Detroit, MI 48226
Greektown wind-down — apps and a cold one after a full day on the water.
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