River Place, Detroit

Name: River Place
Address: Detroit, United States

#269 among attractions in Detroit

Romanesque architecture

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Facts and practical information

The historic River Place is located in Detroit, Michigan, bounded by Joseph Campau Avenue, Wight Street, McDougall Street, and the Detroit International Riverfront. It was formerly the Parke-Davis and Company Pharmaceutical Plant. The complex was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. ()

Built: 1891 (133 years ago)Architectural style: Romanesque revivalCoordinates: 42°20'13"N, 83°0'59"W

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Rivertown - Warehouse DistrictDetroit United States

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Day trips

River Place – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Renaissance Center, Chene Park, James Scott Memorial Fountain, William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor.

1.3 miSW
Shopping complex with GM headquarters
Renaissance Center, Detroit
35 min walk • The Renaissance Center, affectionately known as the RenCen, is a towering beacon of modernity in the heart of Detroit, Michigan. This iconic complex is not just a shopping center but a landmark that embodies the city's spirit of resurgence and innovation.
~1650 ftSW
Park, Theater, Concerts and shows
Chene Park, Detroit
8 min walk • Nestled along the banks of the Detroit River, Chene Park serves as an urban oasis in the heart of Detroit, United States. This waterfront park, named after the French word for "oak," is a verdant retreat within the bustling cityscape, offering residents and visitors a...
0.9 miE
Fountain
James Scott Memorial Fountain, Detroit
23 min walk • The James Scott Memorial Fountain is a grand monument that graces Belle Isle Park in the city of Detroit, United States. This elegant white marble fountain was designed by renowned architect Cass Gilbert and sculptor Herbert Adams, and it was completed in 1925.
0.6 miSW
Park, Regional park
William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor, Detroit
16 min walk • Nestled along the picturesque Detroit riverfront, the William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor offers a serene escape within the bustling city of Detroit, United States. This urban oasis, known for being Michigan's first state park located in an urban area, spans over...
0.8 miW
Neighbourhood
Washington Boulevard Historic District, Detroit
21 min walk • Washington Boulevard Historic District is a multi-block area of downtown Detroit, Michigan. It consists of structures facing Washington Boulevard between State and Clifford Streets. In 1982, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
~1270 ftN
Museum
WGPR-TV Studio, Detroit
7 min walk • WWJ-TV is a television station licensed to serve Detroit, Michigan, United States, owned and operated by the CBS television network.
1 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Christ Church Detroit, Detroit
26 min walk • Christ Church Detroit is an Episcopal church located at 960 East Jefferson Avenue in Detroit, Michigan. It is also known as Old Christ Church, Detroit. It is the oldest Protestant church in Michigan still located on its original site.
0.9 miW
Skyscraper, Modernist architecture
Lafayette Rentals, Detroit
24 min walk • Lafayette Towers Apartments West, at 1321 Orleans Street in Detroit, Michigan, is one of two identical apartment buildings designed by Mies van der Rohe. The other is Lafayette Towers Apartments East. The apartment is in the Lafayette Park development, near downtown.
1 miNE
Bridge
MacArthur Bridge, Detroit
26 min walk • The MacArthur Bridge is a bridge that spans the Detroit River between Detroit, Michigan and Belle Isle. The bridge, which features nineteen total arches across 2,193 feet, provides main access to Belle Isle.
1 miW
Gothic Revival architecture
Thomas A. Parker House, Detroit
26 min walk • The Thomas A. Parker House was built as a private residence and is located at 975 East Jefferson Avenue in Detroit, Michigan. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It is currently the law offices of Liddle & Dubin, P.C.
0.7 miNE
Street
Jefferson Avenue, Detroit
19 min walk • Jefferson Avenue is a 63.71-mile-long scenic road along the eastern part of the Detroit metropolitan area in the southeastern part of the U.S. state of Michigan. It travels alongside Lake Erie, the Detroit River, and Lake St. Clair. This road also provides access to many recreational facilities in the area.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to River Place?

Nearby attractions include WGPR-TV Studio, Detroit (7 min walk), East Jefferson Avenue Residential TR, Detroit (8 min walk), William H. Wells House, Detroit (8 min walk), Chene Park, Detroit (8 min walk).

How to get to River Place by public transport?

The nearest stations to River Place:

Bus

Jefferson / Joseph Campau • Lines: 09, 620 (7 min walk)
Larned / John N. Bagley House • Lines: 67 (8 min walk)