Address
800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226.
Detroit · independent visitor guide
Campus Martius Park
A downtown square for a pause, a meal or seasonal activity. Start with the park, then check the separate schedule for the rink, an event or a restaurant.
Plan your visit
Park hours: sources differ
Visit Detroit lists daily 7 am–11 pm; the 30 October Maps snapshot displayed a 10 am opening. Confirm with DDP before relying on either listing. No single schedule covers every facility.
Skating: upcoming, not open yet
The official 2026/27 season starts 21 November. See the separately published hours and prices.
Access and timing
Maps marks an accessible entrance, but we have not audited the complete route, toilets, seating or skating assistance. Ask the operator about your requirements. Plan around the confirmed schedule of your chosen activity rather than a uniform visit duration.
A dated Maps snapshot
4.7 / 5 · 13,373 reviews — Google Maps listing checked 30 October 2026. This is a manual snapshot, not a live feed, an automatic sync or this guide’s own rating. Read current reviews on Google Maps. We do not reproduce review text.
One square, different seasons
Lawn, beach and outdoor activity
The park operator describes seasonal outdoor programming. A summer listing is not evidence that the beach, a food outlet or a fountain is operating today.
Rink and holiday activity
Skating has its own tickets and season. Check the upcoming rink announcement; do not assume park access means skating is available.
Events and timing
The DDP calendar lists the 2026 Detroit Tree Lighting on Friday 20 November, separate from the rink season’s start. View the official dated event listing. Recheck details, any crowd-control arrangements and transport notices before travelling.
Choose your visit around a confirmed activity rather than a generic “best time.” Weather, events and temporary restrictions may change outdoor access. Daylight can make unfamiliar routes easier to assess; this guide does not guarantee night-time safety.
Directory, dining and nearby sights
In the park
Browse the park directory for the square, seasonal rink, beach and separately named venues.
Dining
Parc’s own page confirms 800 Woodward Ave. Chalet 313 and Cadillac Lodge are different venues with their own seasonal announcements. See dining guidance.
Nearby landmarks
Hart Plaza, the Guardian Building, the RiverWalk and Renaissance Center are separate destinations, not park amenities. Confirm each destination’s access and route; no building entry or short walking time is promised.
Parking and transit
Plan parking and transit with current operator links. QLINE and People Mover are distinct services, not a direct drop-off at every nearby attraction.
History and management
The modern park was dedicated on 19 November 2004, according to DDP’s historical account. DDP manages and programs the park; this website is an independent guide.
The historical square and today’s seasonal activities are different subjects. The older dedication article does not establish current facility hours or admission arrangements.
Map and arrival
Open directions on Google Maps. The embedded map loads from Google and is subject to the privacy information. Confirm the entrance for your specific destination.
FAQ
Before you go
Where is Campus Martius Park?
800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226. The park and neighbouring businesses have separate entrances and operating arrangements.
What are the park hours?
Visit Detroit lists daily 7 am–11 pm. The Google Maps snapshot checked 30 October 2026 instead displayed a 10 am opening. These listings differ; confirm access with Downtown Detroit Partnership and obey current on-site notices. Rink hours are separate.
Is the park free?
General public-space access is distinct from paid activities. Skating admission, skate rental, dining and some events can carry charges; check the relevant operator before booking.
When does ice skating open?
The operator announces the upcoming season from 21 November 2026. This does not mean the rink is already open on the 30 October check date.
How long should I plan?
Allow time for your chosen activity, its opening arrangements and your return journey. Dining, queues, an event or skating can change the length of a visit; no uniform visit duration is established.
Can I arrive by transit?
QLINE lists Campus Martius among its stops and currently advertises free rides. The People Mover has separate nearby stations and a zero-fare program. Check each operator for current service and accessible routes.
Where can I park or eat?
Use the parking and dining guides for operator links. Garage space, street-parking legality, restaurant tables and seasonal openings are not guaranteed.
Sources and illustration credits
Checked 30 October 2026. DDP park information supports the park’s identity, management and seasonal facilities; Visit Detroit’s exact park listing supplies its published park hours. Maps is a separate third-party snapshot, not an operator schedule. The mismatch is retained above and omitted from hours schema.
DDP rink information supplies the upcoming skating season; Chalet 313 still marks new-season details as coming soon; Cadillac Lodge has a separate address and announcement. These are not interchangeable venues.
All displayed scenic images are original geometric illustrations, dedicated under CC0 1.0. Download illustration credits. They depict no actual person and are not photographs, reconstructions, maps or proof of current facilities.
Contact DDP general office: 313-566-8250 for park information; rink questions: 313-963-9393. Neither number belongs to this independent guide.