Belle Isle Park
Detroit, MI 48243
Phone: (313) 852-4075
- Hours:
- Daily 6am-10pm
Editorial Review for Belle Isle Park – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
This sprawling 1,000-acre park was first opened in the late 1800s. Power walkers, in-line skaters and bicyclists flock here in the morning, while picnicking friends and family reunions take over in the afternoon. The Anna Whitecomb Conservatory contains a huge orchid collection and fernery, while the Belle Isle Zoo and Aquarium entice families with lions and underwater creatures. The park also accommodates a variety of recreational sports such as tennis and golf.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasKeep an eye out for the miniature deer, geese, ducks and squirrels that call the park home.
When to GoIndoor facilities are open daily 10am-5pm, and the box office is open weekdays, 9am-5pm.
User Reviews for Belle Isle Park
07/30/2006 Posted by mmem35173
Belle Isle is a beautiful parl located on its own island between Detroit and Windsor. From what I understand the park suffered it's historical greatness at the hands of the City's mayor and council. It is definitely worth seeing. The island itself is glorious. As one drives around it is possible to visualize what the park may have looked like in its glory days. Almost like something out of a movie. But now the parks buildings, zoo, aquarium, and other amenities are either shut down or dilapidated to the point of no return. Never the less it is a gorgeous island worth visiting.
04/17/2005 Posted by mgabrie1
From all accounts, Belle Isle Park was a truly magnificent place. Now all that remains is a ghost town feeling. One can go and see all the magnificent structures that held attractions like the Zoo and the Aquarium, but now sit abandoned and decaying.
Pros: view of Windsor, not crowded, architecture
Cons: empty, deserted, nothing to do
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