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Eastern Market, Detroit, MI

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Eastern Market

2934 Russell St · Detroit, MI

Why you should go…

Eastern Market is a 43-acre historic public market district about a mile northeast of downtown Detroit, in business at this site since 1891. On Saturdays, year-round, you browse produce, flowers, handmade goods and food from vendors under the old market sheds. More than 150 businesses line the surrounding streets, and you will find art murals on nearly every block, many painted for the Murals in the Market festival.

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Good to know

General shopping guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Vendor hours are their own thing

    Market stalls and independent sellers keep shorter hours than the building around them, and quiet days end early.

  • Bring a tote and a little cash

    Smaller sellers do not all take cards, and bags are rarely free.

  • Weekdays browse, weekends buzz

    Pick the weekday for a proper look at the shelves and the weekend for the atmosphere.

  • Ask about shipping

    If something will not survive the suitcase, plenty of sellers will send it home for you.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Eastern Market, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Comerica Park

    Under $25

    Watch the Detroit Tigers at a downtown ballpark with giant tiger statues, a carousel and a baseball Ferris wheel.

    0.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Theatre & Events
    Date Night

    Fox Theatre

    $50+

    See a Broadway tour, concert or comedy show inside Detroit's ornate 1928 movie palace, with more than 5,000 seats.

    0.7 mi awaySwitch it up: Theatre & Events

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    MotorCities National Heritage Area

    Free

    Federally designated heritage region across southeast Michigan telling the story of the American automobile industry.

    1.0 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Detroit Riverwalk

    Free

    A riverside walking and biking path in downtown Detroit with parks, a carousel and views across the water to Canada.

    1.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Polish Art Center

    Free

    A Hamtramck emporium of Polish stoneware, amber jewelry, folk art, and imported goods.

    3.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Shopping
    Quirky Fun

    Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland

    Free

    A huge Christmas store where you browse ornaments, trees and nativities all year and walk the lit Christmas Lane outside.

    76 mi awayMore like this