The Ultimate List of Wedding & Engagement Photo Locations in Metro Detroit

Detroit

1. Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) – A stunning art museum with beautiful architecture and art-filled galleries. Enjoy the back of the building in the afternoon shade for timeless, classic architecture and a neutral backdrop, the side for modern marble walls and the front for regal, statement stairsteps. 

2. Detroit Riverwalk – Enjoy waterfront views of the Detroit River and iconic landmarks like the Renaissance Center. 

3. Belle Isle Park – A picturesque island park with lush greenery, a conservatory, beach, fields, piers, and stunning views of the Detroit skyline. It’s really a perfect mix and close to downtown. 

4. The Belt – An artistic alley in downtown Detroit filled with vibrant street art, perfect for adding an urban touch to your photos. Be mindful of weekend crowds. 

5. Detroit Public Library – A magnificent historic library with grand architecture, marble details, and a beautiful main reading room.

6. The Guardian Building – An Art Deco masterpiece with breathtaking interiors featuring colorful tilework and ornate details.

7. Eastern Market – A vibrant marketplace with colorful murals, bustling streets, and a lively atmosphere that adds character to photos.

8. Detroit Masonic Temple – The largest Masonic temple in the world, offering grand architecture and unique photo opportunities.

9. Detroit Opera House – A magnificent theater with stunning interiors and a grand staircase and red carpet floors, perfect for capturing an elegant ambiance.

10. Parker’s Alley – a vibrant retail and dining destination perfect for families and shoppers. The enclave is alive with music and local shops within brick walls decorated with string lights.

11. Z Lot – this is a 10-storey tall behemoth which can easily accommodate more than 1200 vehicles in Downtown Detroit. Murals line the elevator exterior walls up all 10 floors but the gem is on the exterior top floor with skyline and downtown views of the city. 

12. Barcade – An arcade bar in Detroit’s midtown area with an array of games. The bar brings brewery vibes while the game area is darker, moodier and fun. 

13. Wright & Company – located in the heart of downtown with panoramic views of Woodward, this bar and restaurant features large windows and elegant, moody decor. 

14. Eastern Market Brewing Company – a popular local Detroit brewery in the Eastern Market neighborhood. The interior is industrial with cute wood accents and tables and lots of natural light. In the summers, the exterior is blocked off for pedestrian access and a large garage door/window with fun indoor/outdoor photo opportunities.  

15. Woodward & Fox Theater – a classic, historical theater with an iconic marquee sign outside. Across from Comerica Stadium, in the height of Detroit’s hustle and bustle. 

16. Michigan Central Station – The iconic recently renovated, enormous historic train station provides a unique and dramatic backdrop for photos.

17. The Brakeman – A vibrant bar in downtown Detroit with multiple bars, games and lots of natural light. 

18. Capital Park – A small downtown park in downtown Detroit with greenery, string lights and city buildings, best in the summer (often decorated for the holiday season).

Ann Arbor

1. Barton Pond & Nature Area – A large reservoir and nature area offering trails, waters and greenery. 

2. Cobblestone Farm – Featuring a barn event space and historic home, the park grounds are a quaint view into a historic Washtenaw property. Also an event venue with great photo opportunities on a wedding day, the grounds are great for other sessions. 

3. County Farm Park – A diverse and large park with various walking trails, fields, gardens, pavilions and lots of trees, beautiful in all seasons. 

4. Gallup Park – A charming park on the shores of the Huron River and Geddes Pond with trails, docks into the water and bridges hopping from island to island. 

5. Kerrytown – A vibrant neighborhood with colorful buildings, unique storefronts, and a bustling atmosphere and cobblestone streets. 

6. Main Street & State Street areas – The downtown area with unique storefronts and restaurants, marquee signs, and vibrant energy.

7. Matthaei Botanical Gardens – Explore the serene gardens, tropical conservatory with a succulent garden, and outdoor spaces for a natural and romantic backdrop.

8. Nichols Arboretum – A large nature area with a botanical garden along with trails, fields and evergreen trees. Beautiful in any season. 

9. Nichol’s Arcade – A charming and historic enclosed passageway lined with shops. A glass roof leaves the arcade flooded with soft natural light. 

10. University of Michigan Law Quad – A picturesque collegiate setting with grand architecture, beautiful courtyards, and historic charm.

11. West Park – The park contains rolling grassy hills, majestic trees, a pond, wetlands, bioswales and plenty of things to do. There is a playground, softball field, and basketball court, and several tennis courts.

Belleville

1. Lower Huron Metropark – Here you’ll find 1,256 acres of mature woodlands, grassy meadows and easy access to the Huron River.

Beverly Hills

1. Douglas Evans Nature Preserve –  This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Birmingham

1. Birmingham Botanical Gardens – Explore the stunning gardens, charming bridges, and tranquil ponds for a romantic and natural ambiance. 

2. Downtown Birmingham – A trendy and upscale area with stylish streets, chic boutiques, and beautiful architecture.

3. Lower Baldwin Park on Quarton Lake – The 29-acre park is located north of Maple Road, and also West of Woodward. The park is tucked away in a neighborhood community, therefore parking is limited.

Bloomfield Hills

1. Cranbrook House and Gardens – A picturesque estate with breathtaking gardens, fountains, and elegant architecture.

Brighton

1. Maybury State Park – A scenic park with rolling hills, fields, wooded areas, and picturesque bridges, perfect for a natural and serene setting.

2. Mill Pond Park (Brighton) – A lovely park with a serene pond, wooden bridges, walking trails and a gazebo. 

Clinton Township

1. Clinton Township Arboretum – The Arboretum is dynamic, and each time a person visits, they will notice a change, however slight. Years from now, the oaks, maples, pines, and tulip trees will be close to one hundred feet tall.

2. George George Memorial Park – A large park with plenty of green space and a large, central fountain. Walking paths wind through wooded areas and along part of the Clinton River.

Commerce Township

1. Long Family Orchard, Farm & Cider Mill (Commerce Township) – Capture a rustic and autumnal feel with apple orchards, barns, and scenic countryside views.

Dearborn

1. Greenfield Village (Dearborn) – A living history museum with historic buildings, vintage vehicles, and beautiful gardens.

2. Henry Ford Estate (Dearborn) – The former home of Henry Ford and his wife, Clara, featuring a beautiful house and expansive grounds with gardens and a reflecting pool.

3. The Henry Ford Museum (Dearborn) – Capture photos with iconic exhibits, vintage cars, and historical artifacts in this renowned museum.

Dexter 

1. Hudson Mills Metropark –  This park features some of the most picturesque spots on the Huron and is popular with anglers, hikers and paddlers alike.

2. Mill Creek Park – Mill Creek Park is the largest area of the MetroParks encompassing over 2,658 acres of the MetroParks’ 5,000+ acres. 

Livonia

1. Greenmead Historical Park – The park includes the historical Greenmead Farm and its outbuildings, a 13-building historical village, Greenmead Community Garden, Virginia B. Matley Nature Trail, and soccer fields.

Milford

1. Downtown Milford – Milford is a vibrant community with unique family owned and operated shops, restaurants, and businesses.

2. Kensington Metropark – Kensington Metropark offers 4,481 acres of wooded, hilly terrain surrounding beautiful Kent Lake and is home to an abundance of wildlife and waterfowl.

Mount Clemens

1. Lake St. Clair Metropark – A waterfront park with sandy beaches, marinas, and scenic views of Lake St. Clair.

 Northville

1. Downtown Northville – Downtown Northville’s thriving retail district has everything that embodies true downtown living – unique shops, exquisite dining, and year-round entertainment

2.  Mill Race Village – A historic village in Northville featuring charming buildings, gardens, and a picturesque gazebo.

Plymouth

1. Downtown Plymouth – Explore the streets of this historic town with Victorian-style buildings, unique shops, and a park with a picturesque fountain. 

2. Hines Park – The park offers amenities such as camping, rest rooms (during summer months), two fishing piers, a boat launch, a large playground, basketball courts, and sand volleyball courts.

Rochester

1. Addison Oaks County Park –  The park is a 1,140-acre natural oasis close to home where visitors can recreate for the day, camp under the stars or explore the park’s rich history.

2. Downtown Rochester – A charming downtown area with brick-paved streets, unique storefronts, and a park with a picturesque gazebo. 

3. Meadowbrook Hall and Gardens – The gardens surrounding this historic mansion offer a mix of manicured landscapes, lush greenery, and enchanting fountains.

4. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm – The Museum is the primary site for learning about and preserving the history of the Greater Rochester area in.
5. Oakland County, Michigan as a representative of similar communities throughout Michigan.
6. Rochester Municipal Park – A scenic park with a picturesque gazebo, charming bridges, and tree-lined pathways.
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Saint Clair Shores

1. Edsel & Eleanor Ford House – A picturesque estate with beautiful gardens, scenic views of Lake St. Clair, and a stunning historic mansion.

Shelby Township

1. Heritage Gardens – This garden is a truly restful place to sit and enjoy the varied colors and textures of these plantings as well as a view of the adjacent Rose Garden.

2. Packard Proving Grounds – The site consists of numerous buildings initially used as a garage with laboratory testing equipment, a repair garage, and a lodge for the manager of the Grounds, plus a hangar for the testing of aircraft motors that Packard designed.

3. Stony Creek Metropark (Shelby Township) – A sprawling park with a lake, wooded areas, open fields, and scenic trails for a natural and serene setting.

Ypsilanti

1. Depot Town – Depot Town is a commercial area, with some residences above storefronts, in Ypsilanti, Michigan’s historic district. Depot Town proper consists of East Cross Street from the Huron River to North River Street, and a small area on the 300-block of North River Street.

2. Frog Island – Frog Island is a 5.0 acre park on the Huron River just north of Riverside Park, between Cross Street and Forest Avenue. Frog Island has a small amphitheater at the southern end, a soccer field and running track in the middle.

3. Ypsilanti Freighthouse – The Freighthouse, next to Frog Island Park on the north side of Depot Town, has been used as a community center, hosting the Depot Town Farmers Market, a café, and various community meetings and events.