Renaissance Center
Skyscraper · Detroit, Michigan
The Renaissance Center is a cluster of glass towers on the Detroit riverfront, opened in 1977 as a Henry Ford II backed project designed by John Portman to restart a struggling downtown. Its 73-storey central tower holds a large hotel, and the complex has long been the headquarters of General Motors, which bought it in 1996 (confirm current ownership and plans). The glass Wintergarden atrium faces the river and Windsor, Ontario, and the Detroit People Mover stops here. It suits skyline photographers, car fans and anyone using the Riverwalk. Be honest about the inside: the layout is famously confusing, security checks are routine, and much of it is office and hotel space rather than a visitor attraction with exhibits, tours or a ticketed viewing deck. The atrium is generally free to enter, but confirm what is open. Allow 30 to 60 minutes, longer if you pair it with the riverfront, and expect to spend part of that finding your way around.
100 Renaissance Center, Detroit, Michigan, 48243, United States
The public levels and the Wintergarden atrium are generally open daily during daytime and evening hours, while the hotel runs around the clock. Office floors are restricted to tenants and staff. Exact opening hours for shops, food outlets and atrium access change with management decisions, construction work and special events, so confirm current times before travelling, particularly on weekends and holidays. Expect a security check at entrances. The outdoor riverfront beside the building is open to walk at any hour, though evenings are quieter and winter wind off the river is harsh. Do not assume any particular restaurant or shop is open on a given day.
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