Detroit People Mover

Activity Overview

The Detroit People Mover is a 2.9-mile automated people mover system that transports people around downtown Detroit, Michigan. This unique form of transportation consists of driverless cars that glide along a single track to various stations throughout downtown Detroit.

The Detroit People Mover is a popular way to get around Detroit as well as a fun family attraction due to the spectacular views it provides of Detroit's most famous landmarks. It's also a great way to view public art for free, since many of its stations feature art exhibitions by renowned artists.

Things to Do

• Use the Detroit People Mover as you explore downtown Detroit - it costs only 75 cents per ride! You can pick up a free station guide inside any station or train.
• Check out the fascinating public artworks that is on display in several of the system's stations. If your kids love cars, make sure to visit the Cavalcade of Cars mural in Cobo Center Station, which depicts seven vintage automobiles!
• Stop by Greektown Station in the evening to see Neon for the Greektown Station, a series of neon designs that stretch across the station and light it up with bright colors against the night sky.

Detroit People Mover Insider Tips

• Visit the Detroit People Mover website to learn about all of the different works of art you can view in its various stations and decide which ones you want to visit in person.
• Look at their Downtown Events calendar to learn about upcoming activities that you could attend while you experience the fun of the Detroit People Mover transportation system.
• Bring along a camera while you ride the people mover - you'll have plenty of chances to take photographs of famous landmarks as well as beautiful artwork!