✨ Downtown Birmingham Guide

Your complete staycation resource — Shopping, Dining, Services, Things to Do, and Family-Friendly Itineraries in charming Downtown Birmingham, Michigan.

🛍️ Shopping

Explore every shop in Downtown Birmingham, Michigan.

Antiques & Galleries

• Birmingham Psychic Crystal Gallery – 534 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Crimson Rose Antiques – 205 Pierce Street
• Dede and Jim Taylor Antiques – 205 Pierce Street
• Mount-N-Repair – 205 Pierce Street
• New York Paris Art Gallery – 555 South Old Woodward Avenue

Apparel, Accessories and Footwear

• ABC Vintage – 154 West Maple Road
• Allen Edmonds – 142 West Maple Road
• Antonio's Bridal – 280 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Bobbles and Lace – 244 East Maple Road
• Caruso Caruso – 166 West Maple Road
• Chrysalis Couture – 554 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Cicchini Custom Clothier – 494 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Claymore Shop – 908 South Adams Road
• Craig Ryan Fine Clothing – 147 Pierce Street
• Dessis Boutique – 222 East Maple Road
• dolce MODA – 323 East Maple Road
• Drop 02 – 230 East Merrill Street
• Eileen Fisher – 286 West Maple Road
• Faherty – 128 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Found Objects – 168 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Gazelle Sports – 99 West Maple Road
• Harp's Lingerie – 265 South Old Woodward Avenue
• JAUS – 311 East Maple Road
• Johnny Was – 115 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Jos. A. Bank – 275 East Maple Road
• La Diva – 856 North Old Woodward Avenue
• LolaB. Couture – 568 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Lori Karbal – 560 North Old Woodward Avenue
• lululemon – 101 South Old Woodward Avenue
• MATTHILDUR X MARK KELLER – 227 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Maximilian luxury outerwear and furs – 181 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Rag & Bone – 106 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Redvanly – 203 East Maple Road
• Roots – 211 West Maple Road
• Shop.MSXC – 640 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Sposa Bella Couture – 620 North Old Woodward Avenue
• State & Liberty – 141 West Maple Road
• Sundance Shoes – 235 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Tender – 271 West Maple Road
• Via Manzoni – 239 Pierce Street
• VIGA Boutique – 152 North Old Woodward Avenue
• VOILA Boutique – 395 Hamilton Row

Bridal and Formal

• Antonio's Bridal – 280 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Cicchini Custom Clothier – 494 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Jos. A. Bank – 275 East Maple Road
• Roma Sposa – 708 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Sposa Bella Couture – 620 North Old Woodward Avenue
• State & Liberty – 141 West Maple Road

Children

• Faherty – 128 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Found Objects – 168 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Half-Moon Outfitters – 34288 Woodward Avenue
• Lil' Rascals – 580 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Roots – 211 West Maple Road

Custom Clothier and Tailoring

• The Birmingham Tailor – 280 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Chrysalis Couture – 554 North Old Woodward Avenue
• David Abraham Custom Clothiers – 261 East Maple Road
• Mazura Tailors & Custom Clothiers – 390 East Maple Road
• Metropolitan Tailoring – 357 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Parks Tailoring – 894 South Adams Road
• The Suit Bar – 155 South Bates Street
• VIGA Boutique – 152 North Old Woodward Avenue

Furniture & Home Décor

• Birmingham Design Studio – 808 South Old Woodward Avenue
• CB2 – 100 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Cristions Fine Linen & Down – 205 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Ernesta – 138 West Maple Road
• Ethan Allen Design Center – 275 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Hagopian World of Rugs – 850 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Kohler Store by First Supply – 724 North Old Woodward Avenue
• RH Detroit, The Gallery in Birmingham – 300 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Scandia Home – 237 Pierce Street
• Serena & Lily – 299 West Maple Road
• Via Manzoni – 239 Pierce Street
• west elm – 215 West Maple Road

Gift and Specialty

• Bluemercury – 172 West Maple Road
• Bon Bon Bon – 217 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Paper Source – 115 West Maple Road
• Thrifty Flowers – 1088 East Maple Road
• Tiffany Florist – 980 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Urban Wick Candle Bar – 172 North Old Woodward Avenue

Grocery and Specialty Markets

• CVS/Pharmacy – 444 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Kroger – 685 East Maple Road
• Market Square – 34244 Woodward Avenue
• Marrow – 283 Hamilton Row
• Old Woodward Cellar – 912 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Walgreens – 34300 Woodward Avenue

Jewelers

• Arm Candy – 588 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Brilliant Earth Jewelry – 277 Pierce Street
• Darakjian Jewelers – 101 Willits Street
• David Wachler & Sons – 112 South Old Woodward Avenue
• DiMaggio Exquisite Jewelry Fine Art – 175 West Maple Road
• Greenstone's Fine Jewelry – 430 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Grinstein Jewelry & Design – 162 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Highline Trading – 135 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Legacy Jewelry – 700 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Lucido Fine Jewelry – 250 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Metals in Time – 526 North Old Woodward Avenue
• SRL Jewelers – 123 West Maple Road
• Wachler Estate Collection and Diamonds – 162 North Old Woodward Avenue

🍽️ Dining

All restaurants, cafés, bars, eateries, coffee shops, and dessert spots in Downtown Birmingham.

American and European

• 220 Merrill – 220 East Merrill Street
• Bakehouse 46 – 250 West Maple Road
• Be Well LifeStyle Café – 750 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Bell Bistro – 185 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Better Burgers – 35075 Woodward Avenue
• Birmingham Pub – 555 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Bistro Joe's – 34244 Woodward Avenue
• Brooklyn Pizza – 111 Henrietta Street
• Café Origins – 163 West Maple Road
• Casa Pernoi – 310 East Maple Road
• Choco Mania Café – 280 East Merrill Street
• Churchill's – 116 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Commonwealth Cafe – 300 Hamilton Row
• Daycap – 930 East Maple Road
• Dick O' Dow's – 160 West Maple Road
• Forest – 735 Forest Avenue
• Fruition Acai & Juice Bar – 856 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Hazel's – 1 Peabody Street
• Leo's Coney Island – 154 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Luxe Bar & Grill – 525 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Madam – 298 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Market North End – 474 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Marrow – 283 Hamilton Row
• Primo's Pizza – 996 South Adams Road
• RH Detroit, The Gallery in Birmingham – 300 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Rose Room at 220 – 220 East Merrill Street
• Rugby Grille – 100 Townsend Street
• Salvatore Scallopini – 505 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Shift Cocktail Bar – 117 Willits Street
• Sidecar Slider Bar – 117 Willits Street
• Slice Pizza Kitchen – 117 Willits Street
• Social Kitchen & Bar – 225 East Maple Road
• Starbucks – 101 North Old Woodward Avenue
• sweetgreen – 167 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Tallulah Wine Bar and Bistro – 155 South Bates Street
• Terra Kitchen & Cocktails – 260 North Old Woodward Avenue
• TEUTA – 168 West Maple Road
• Toast – 203 Pierce Street
• Tomatoes Apizza – 34200 Woodward Avenue
• Townhouse Bistro – 180 Pierce Street
• Try It Raw – 213 East Maple Road
• Wilder's – 458 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Zana – 210 South Old Woodward Avenue

Asian

• Adachi – 325 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Birmingham Sushi Café – 377 Hamilton Row
• Kaishin Izakaya – 176 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Sy Thai Café – 315 Hamilton Row

Bakery, Café and Deli

• Bakehouse 46 – 250 West Maple Road
• Be Well LifeStyle Café – 750 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Beyond Juicery + Eatery – 270 West Maple Road
• Bon Bon Bon – 217 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Café Dax – 298 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Café Origins – 163 West Maple Road
• Choco Mania Café – 280 East Merrill Street
• Commonwealth Cafe – 300 Hamilton Row
• Daxton Delights – 298 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Daycap – 930 East Maple Road
• Fruition Acai & Juice Bar – 856 North Old Woodward Avenue
• La Pecora Nera – 135 Pierce Street
• Market Square – 34244 Woodward Avenue
• Paris Baguette – 183 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Pure Green – 148 Pierce Street
• Shock Gelato – 335 East Maple Road
• Starbucks – 101 North Old Woodward Avenue
• sweetgreen – 167 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Try It Raw – 213 East Maple Road
• Yumiis – 205 East Maple Road

Bars and Nightlife

• 220 Merrill – 220 East Merrill Street
• Adachi – 325 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Bella Piatti – 167 Townsend Street
• Birmingham Pub – 555 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Casa Pernoi – 310 East Maple Road
• Churchill's – 116 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Forest – 735 Forest Avenue
• Hazel's – 1 Peabody Street
• Luxe Bar & Grill – 525 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Madam – 298 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Market North End – 474 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Phoenicia – 588 South Old Woodward Avenue
• RH Detroit, The Gallery in Birmingham – 300 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Rose Room at 220 – 220 East Merrill Street
• Rugby Grille – 100 Townsend Street
• Salvatore Scallopini – 505 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Shift Cocktail Bar – 117 Willits Street
• Sidecar Slider Bar – 117 Willits Street
• Social Kitchen & Bar – 225 East Maple Road
• Streetside Seafood – 273 Pierce Street
• Tallulah Wine Bar and Bistro – 155 South Bates Street
• Terra Kitchen & Cocktails – 260 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Wilder's – 458 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Zana – 210 South Old Woodward Avenue

Greek and Mediterranean

• Elie's Mediterranean Grill/Bar – 263 Pierce Street
• Greek Islands Coney Restaurant – 221 Hamilton Row
• Leo's Coney Island – 154 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Phoenicia – 588 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Shish Kabob Express – 34186 Woodward Avenue

Indian

• Touch of India Cuisine – 297 East Maple Road

Italian

• Bella Piatti – 167 Townsend Street
• Casa Pernoi – 310 East Maple Road
• La Strada Italian Kitchen & Bar – 243 East Merrill Street
• Primo's Pizza – 996 South Adams Road
• Salvatore Scallopini – 505 North Old Woodward Avenue

Mexican

• Employee Meal – 470 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Snap Taco – 126 South Old Woodward Avenue
• The Taco Stand Taqueria – 344 Hamilton Row

Seafood and Steakhouse

• Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar – 323 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Hazel's – 1 Peabody Street
• Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse – 201 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Streetside Seafood – 273 Pierce Street

Coffee Shops & Cafés

• Café Origins – 163 West Maple Road
• Paris Baguette – 183 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Starbucks – 101 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Be Well LifeStyle Café – 750 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Commonwealth Cafe – 300 Hamilton Row

Dessert Spots

• Bon Bon Bon – 217 South Old Woodward Avenue – Artisan chocolates and sweets
• Shock Gelato – 335 East Maple Road – Italian-style gelato and desserts
• Crispelli's Bakery – Downtown Birmingham – Fresh pastries, cakes, and gelato
• Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters – Nearby – Coffee paired with cakes and sweet treats
• Choco Mania Café – 280 East Merrill Street – Gelato, desserts, and coffee

🛠️ Useful Services for Your Staycation

Salons, spas, gyms, massage, banking, car services, pharmacies, and transportation options in Downtown Birmingham.

Salons, Spas & Barbershops

• 6 Salon – 180 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Alex Emilio Salon – 706 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Antonino Salon & Spa – 191 Townsend Street
• BABS Salon & Spa – 1077 South Worth Street
• baus – 790 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Beach House Day Spa – 34645 Woodward Avenue
• Beauty (SALON) by J. Lyle, LTD. – 235 Willits Alley
• The Beauty Club – 327 Hamilton Row
• Beauty Fusion Aesthetics – 555 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Bianchi's Salon & Spa – 270 North Old Woodward Avenue
• blo blow dry bar – 555 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Bombshell Salon – 580 North Old Woodward Avenue
• drybar – 137 West Maple Road
• Elements Massage of Birmingham – 755 East Maple Road
• Essential Nail Bar – 254 West Maple Road
• Face Foundrie – 700 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Figo Salon – 265 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Great Clips – 725 East Maple Road
• Lady Jane's Haircuts for Men – 34915 Woodward Avenue
• The Lash Lounge – 856 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Levelz Barbershop – 544 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Margot European Spa – 101 Townsend Street
• Massage Envy – 34256 Woodward Avenue
• Nails 07 – 555 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Paint Nail Bar – 229 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Pure Glow – 282 West Maple Road
• Roche Salon – 555 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Salon Toro – 470 North Old Woodward Avenue

Gyms & Fitness

• Planet Fitness – Nearby location (affordable 24/7 access with Judgement Free Zone)
• LA Fitness – Nearby full gym with classes and pool
• Orangetheory Fitness – Heart-rate based group workouts – Downtown Birmingham area
• Pure Barre Birmingham – 34665 Woodward Avenue
• Equilibrium Pilates Studio – 189 Townsend Street (nearby)

Massage & Wellness

• Elements Massage of Birmingham – 755 East Maple Road – Great therapeutic massages
• The NOW Massage Birmingham – 375 Hamilton Row – Convenient drop-in massage sessions
• Beach House Day Spa – 34645 Woodward Avenue – Luxurious full-service spa with excellent massages
• Margot European Spa – 101 Townsend Street – Premium massage services
• Perspire Sauna Studio – 1020 Haynes Street – Sauna and wellness experiences
• Banya – 555 South Old Woodward Avenue – Russian-style banya and relaxation

Banking & Financial Services

• Chase Bank – 200 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Comerica Bank – 188 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Citizens Bank – 795 East Maple Road
• Huntington Bank – 1040 East Maple Road
• Edward Jones Investments – 700 North Old Woodward Avenue
• Stifel – 139 South Old Woodward Avenue
• UBS Financial Services – 325 North Old Woodward Avenue
• American Currency Exchange – 344 North Old Woodward Avenue

Automobile Services & Rentals

• Audi Birmingham – 34602 Woodward Avenue
• Avis Budget Car and Truck Rental – 1000 East Maple Road
• Fred Lavery Porsche – 34350 Woodward Avenue
• Golling Alfa Romeo FIAT – 34500 Woodward Avenue
• Jax Kar Wash – 34745 Woodward Avenue
• Platinum Motor Cars – 1098 South Adams Road
• Speedway – 34750 Woodward Avenue

Pharmacies & Convenience

• CVS/Pharmacy – 444 South Old Woodward Avenue
• Walgreens – 34300 Woodward Avenue

Transportation – Rental Cars & Rideshares

• Enterprise Rent-A-Car – Nearby locations for convenient pickup/drop-off
• Avis/Budget – Short drive for multiple car options
• Hertz – Available at nearby locations
• Uber & Lyft – Widely available 24/7 throughout Birmingham and Metro Detroit. Great for short trips to Detroit Zoo, downtown Detroit, or the airport. Use the apps to schedule rides in advance or request instantly. Reliable and affordable for most visitors.

✨ Things to Do in Downtown Birmingham & Metro Detroit

From relaxing parks and live theatre to nearby attractions, discover fun activities perfect for your Metro Detroit staycation.

Parks & Outdoor Spaces

• Shain Park – Merrill Street (heart of downtown). Expansive green space, walking paths, playground, performance stage, and frequent events like concerts and art fairs.
• Booth Park – North Old Woodward Avenue & Harmon Street. Award-winning playground, nature trail, rain gardens, and scenic views along the Rouge River.
• Quarton Lake – Nearby walking paths and scenic lake views for peaceful strolls and relaxation.
• Barnum Park – Local park with green space and recreational amenities.
• Kenning Park – Quiet green space for outdoor enjoyment.

Golf Courses

• Lincoln Hills Golf Course – 2666 West 14 Mile Road – Top-rated municipal 9-hole course
• Springdale Golf Course – 316 Strathmore Road – Top-rated municipal 9-hole course

Ice Rinks & Winter Activities

• Birmingham Ice Sports Arena – Kenning Park – Public skating, hockey, and figure skating
• Starr Jaycee Park Ice Rink (nearby seasonal options) – Outdoor ice skating when available

Pickleball Courts

• Local public courts at Birmingham parks – Check Shain Park or Booth Park area for dedicated or multi-use pickleball courts
• Nearby community centers – Indoor and outdoor options available seasonally

Hiking Trails & Nature Walks

• Rouge River Trail System – Access at Booth Park – Scenic walking and nature trails
• Quarton Lake trails – Peaceful paths around the lake
• Stage Nature Center (Troy – short drive) – Easy to moderate wooded trails
• Kensington or Stoney Creek Metro Parks – Excellent nearby hiking (15–25 minutes away)

Bowling Alleys (Nearby)

• Bowlero or local lanes – Short drive for family-friendly bowling

Roller Skating Rinks (Nearby)

• Skate World or similar venues – Short drive for roller skating sessions

Mini Golf & Go-Karts (Nearby)

• C.J. Barrymore's or local fun centers – Mini golf, go-karts, and family entertainment (short drive)

Waterparks & Splash Pads (Nearby)

• Red Oaks Waterpark (Madison Heights) – Short drive with slides, wave pool, and splash areas (seasonal)
• Local park splash pads – Free options in summer at Birmingham parks

Comedy Spots (Nearby)

• Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle or Metro Detroit venues – Short drive for national comedy acts

Theatres & Entertainment

• Emagine Birmingham 8 (Historic Theatre) – Classic movie experience with modern comfort, food, craft beer, and wine.
• Emagine Palladium Theatre – Upscale movie theatre with premium seating and dining options.
• Birmingham Village Players Theatre – Community theatre with live plays, musicals, and family-friendly performances (one of Michigan’s longest-running).
• Birmingham Theatre / Village Players – Live stage productions and special events.

Nearby Attractions & Culture

• The Birmingham Museum – Local history exhibits in historic homes (Allen House and John West Hunter House).
• Baldwin Public Library – Overlooking Shain Park; great for reading, events, and community activities.
• Cranbrook Institute of Science – Short drive away; interactive science museum with planetarium and exhibits (excellent for all ages).
• Detroit Zoo – About 20–30 minutes away; world-class zoo with naturalistic habitats.
• The Henry Ford Museum / Greenfield Village – Iconic Metro Detroit attraction (history, innovation, and American ingenuity).

Seasonal Events & Activities

• Farmers Market – Weekly in season (May–October) in Public Parking Lot 6.
• ART BIRMINGHAM – Annual art fair in Shain Park.
• Celebrate Birmingham Parade & Party – Community celebration.
• Village Fair – Family-friendly event in Shain Park.
• Outdoor Movie Nights – Summer screenings in Booth Park or Shain Park (e.g., family films like Smurfs).
• In the Park Summer Concerts – Live music in Shain Park.

Many of these spots are walkable from downtown Birmingham. Pair them with your stay for the perfect Metro Detroit getaway!

👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly Itineraries

Easy, fun plans perfect for families staying in Birmingham or Royal Oak.

Half-Day Family Itinerary (Mostly Walkable)

• Breakfast at Bakehouse 46 or Café Origins
• Playtime at Shain Park or Booth Park
• Lunch at sweetgreen or Leo’s Coney Island
• Family movie at Emagine Birmingham
• Ice cream at Shock Gelato or Bon Bon Bon
• Evening stroll through downtown shops

Full-Day Family Adventure

• Morning Farmers Market + Shain Park
• Visit Cranbrook Institute of Science
• Picnic lunch at Booth Park
• Afternoon at Detroit Zoo
• Dinner at Social Kitchen & Bar or Casa Pernoi
• Evening outdoor movie or concert in Shain Park (summer)

Rainy Day / Indoor Family Day

• Breakfast at Paris Baguette
• Morning movie at Emagine Birmingham
• Lunch at Birmingham Sushi Café or Sy Thai Café
• Afternoon at Baldwin Public Library or Birmingham Museum
• Treats at Bon Bon Bon
• Dinner at RH Detroit or Salvatore Scallopini

Book your stay with us and enjoy all that Downtown Birmingham has to offer with your family!