Private Antique Car Tour of Historic Belle Isle


2 hours
Free cancellation
1 - 4
Mobile ticket

Overview

This is a one of a kind tour of historic Belle Isle park in an antique automobile -- a Ford Model A from 1930. Belle Isle has been a park since 1880. The views are fantastic, the history is rich, and the architecture is amazing. Come see why Belle Isle has been the gem of Detroit for the last 140 years. We ride with the top down when weather permits.

Inclusions

  • Bottled water - We have a water cooler to fill your bottles with cold water on a hot day too.
  • Private transportation
  • Ride in a 90 year old Model A Ford

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: James Scott Memorial Fountain, Casino Way Belle Isle Park, Detroit, MI 48207

Begin your tour by hopping in a Ford Model A from 1930 and hear the story behind the man behind Belle Isle's iconic fountain!

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, 900 Inselruhe Ave, Detroit, MI 48207

Designed by Albert Kahn, the Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory is one of the oldest in the United States, dating to 1904.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Belle Isle Aquarium, 900 Inselruhe Avenue, Detroit, MI 48207

Besides being a delightful place to spend an afternoon, the Belle Isle Aquarium has a fascinating and distinctly Detroit history.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Dossin Great Lakes Museum, 100 Strand Dr Belle Isle, Detroit, MI 48207-4372

Drop in on the yard of the Dossin Museum to appreciate historic memorials and relics such as a pair of cannons from the 1812 Lake Erie fleet of Commodore Perry and an anchor lost by the Edmund Fitzgerald in 1974.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: William Livingstone Memorial Lighthouse, 2 Inselruhe Belle Isle Park, Detroit, MI 48207-4448

See the extraordinary light house in Belle Isle Park dedicated to William Livingstone and learn about the long-gone lighthouse that was replaced when it was built.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Belle Isle Park, 99 Pleasure Dr, Detroit, MI 48207-4373

There are many other attractions on the tour to Belle Isle. See the landing pad of a bygone ferry dock. Enjoy the wind in your hair at Sunset Point, see the magnificent beaux arts style casino and the last standing cornerstone of the early 20th Century beach house.

Duration: 20 minutes

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children under 8 years of age or less than 4 foot 9 inches tall are not permitted to ride in our antique cars due to child safety restraint laws.
  • Take your tour in a Ford Model A from 1930
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

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Cancellation

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
596philipm
September 2019

Classic and classy 1930 Model A Phaeton ride through Detroit to Belle Isle. We donned our caps and let Lisa take us on an open air tour through several historic areas, with Belle Isle as a capstone. Very fun, very knowledgeable guide, and perhaps the best afternoon of the summer. A great way t...

Kevman123
September 2019

We had an absolute blast with Lisa on the Belle Isle tour. She is very knowledgeable and provides a great tour of Bell Isle. Riding in the Ford Model A is a unique experience and puts a smile on everyone's face when you drive by. A must-do if you're in Detroit.

ajacob2549
July 2019

Wonderful experience!! A very cool way to take a lesiurly ride around the island, all the while learning the history of the island. Our driver, Lisa, was SO knowledgeable about the history of the island, & although I've been going to Belle Isle my whole life, learned a few facts I never knew. A...

Oprish
October 2019

Enjoyed a wonderful day with girlfriends touring Belle Isle. Our tour guide, Brian, provided historical and interesting facts along the way. I truly enjoying the tour and would be happy to go again.

BoardingPass420048
September 2019

This was an awesome tour. We started in Detroit, riding in a Ford model A through some streets in Detroit to get to the bridge to Belle Isle. Our tour started before we even got in the car. Our tour was given by Brian. He was awesome. He knew so much history about Detroit as well as Belle Isle. ...

Lesley R
September 2019

This is a very unique experience getting to ride in a model a Ford! Lisa and Brian were both very knowledgeable and personable! I would highly recommend this tour. Once in a lifetime experience!!

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