Southeast Michigan

Southeast Michigan is the region of Michigan closest to Ohio and the Canadian province of Ontario. Although the name is commonly used to mean "the Detroit area", and the state's megalopolis is an important presence, it contains considerably more than the Motor City.

Cities

 * &mdash; home to the University of Michigan, has a vibrant downtown and arts scene
 * &mdash; largest city in Michigan, the Motor City
 * &mdash; home of the largest walled prison in the world
 * – the county seat and largest city in St. Clair county

Talk
English is by far the most common language in this part of the country.

By plane

 * Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in Romulus


 * Bishop International Airport in Flint

By train
For starters, visit the website of the Southern Michigan Railroad Society for a basic gist if needed.

AMTRAK runs daily trains on the east - west line that go from their station downtown Detroit  to Ann Arbor to Chicago and vice versa.

Another popular train ride is north to the Canadian city of Toronto for weekend trips.

By bus
Lake Erie Transit is head-quartered in Monroe.

Do

 * Beaches, Canoeing, Kayaking, and more Metro Detroit's popular destinations include Metropolitan Beach in Harrison Township., Stony Creek Beach, and Kensington Beach. Detroit's Huron Clinton Metro Park system is a great source of fun. Enjoy canoe trips on the Huron River.
 * Golf Metro Detroit has many golf courses. Try Detroit's Metro parks, St John's Resort in Plymouth, and more.
 * Horse Racing Hazel Park Raceway, Northville Downs, and Windsor Raceway.
 * Michigan International Speedway 12626 US-12, Brooklyn, MI. Home to annual ARCA, NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series races. Also hosts the annual Faster Horses 3 day country music festival.

Eat
Wild grapes for one's pick-me-'round, especially in and around the River Raisin's water shed while exploring the river.

Stay safe
If you feel unfamiliar with the rest of the region (at least when it comes to highways), the Monroe County Library System could be your best bet.

Go next

 * West Michigan
 * Central Michigan
 * Northwest Ohio
 * Ohio Erie shore west
 * Lake Erie Islands