Comerica Park

Detroit, Michigan

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

23 miles/30 minutes to Comerica Park

 

Hotels – all hotels below are within walking distance to Comerica Park.

Unlimited budget

MGM Grand Detroit

Athenaeum Suites – Detroit

Moderate budget

Hilton Garden Inn – Detroit Downtown

Westin Book Cadillac Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott – Detroit Downtown

 

Chaser budget traveler

Double Tree Guest Suites – Detroit Downtown

 

Ballpark Chasers Tip: Keep in mind that there are a lot of “bargain motels” close to the stadium, but if they are not listed above, they are not recommended by Ballpark Chasers.

Parking

The Tigers conveniently offer several parking lots surrounding Comerica Park. These parking spaces are open to the public and are on a first come, first serve basis. Parking ranges from $5 to $25, depending on the proximity to Comerica Park. Cabs are easy to come by as well, if you are staying at a hotel that is too far to walk. Furthermore, many restaurants and bars offer complimentary shuttles to Comerica Park for their patrons.

 

Dining

Hands down, the best sports bar in all of Detroit is Hockey Town Café. Whether or not you are a hockey fan, Hockey Town Café is not to be missed! Located just around the corner from Comerica Park, this sports bar gives you plenty to look at. Hockey Town is filled with hockey memorabilia, statues, and full size motorcycles! Menus range from salads to burgers, pizzas, sandwiches, Panini’s and of course, red wings!

If you prefer a nostalgic sports bar with a taste of old Tiger Stadium, check out Nemo’s. Don’t worry that they are a little further away as Nemo’s has a fleet of full-size school buses to hall you to the game.  Make sure to get the Ballpark Chasers meal: cheeseburger, side of “world famous” chili, French fries and a beverage of your choice.

Loco’s Tex-Mex Grille is our favorite spot for Mexican food! Located within walking distance of Comerica Park, Loco’s has a full menu ranging from burgers to burritos! They also provide a complimentary shuttle to every Tigers game. Check out their site for their latest coupons. Ballpark Chasers usually go with the combination plate in order to sample multiple foods. 

Once inside Comerica Park, you have three options for dining: Big Cat Food Court, Brushfire Grill and Beer Hall. The Big Cat Food Court is near the main entrance of Comerica Park and offers a variety of ballpark foods. For dessert, make sure to try elephant ears and the homemade donuts! Beer Hall is a great option if looking for full-service restaurant. This tavern offers a traditional sports bar cuisine with a plethora of domestic and international brews from a 70 ft. bar!  

 

Tickets

Only Wrigley Field and Fenway Park packed their stadium more than Comerica Park during the 2008 season. On average, 98.6% of Comerica was at capacity.  Because of this, Ballpark Chasers recommends purchasing your tickets ahead of time through your favorite online broker or be prepared to purchase tickets at a premium from a local scalper outside of the park.

Ballpark Chasers Tip: look for scalpers hanging out more than 500 yards from Comerica Park. Local law prevents them from going closer. Furthermore, if you are selling extra tickets (even under the face value) make sure you are far from the stadium to avoid a trip to the nearest Detroit jail.

 

Weather

Detroit has a continental climate which provides for warm and humid summers, with temperatures frequently hitting 90 degrees. June and September bring the most rainfall, while July tends to be the warmest on average. Ballpark Chasers tend to find late May and late August as the best times to travel to the Detroit area.

 

Local Attractions

Detroit, Michigan is a city with vast history, filled with a number of great museums. If you only have time to visit one, make sure to check out the Motown Historical Museum. This museum has done a fabulous job showcasing the impact that Motown had on pop culture and how it still influences music to this very day. From the beginning of Hitsville USA to the major enterprise of Motown Record Corporation, guests will see everything from the original loan granted to finance the first record to the actual “Studio A” where the greatest hits were once recorded!

Another inspiring museum to visit while in Detroit is the Museum of African American History. With over 30,000 artifacts and archival materials, make sure to leave a half-day to see it all.

If your trip to Detroit happens to fall on the first or third Saturday of the month, make sure to sign up for the Auto Heritage Walking Tour. This guided tour starts at the Model T Automotive Heritage Complex (the birthplace of the Model T) and traces the footsteps of Henry Ford and the streets of Detroit to show where the history of the automobile began. 

 

Ballpark Chasers Trip Suggestion

Comerica Park is part of “The Rust Belt” Ballpark Chasers vacation. This trip includes seeing the Indians at Progressive Field and the Pirates at PNC Park. Those Ballpark Chasers looking for a longer vacation also include Cincinnati to see the Reds play at Great American Ball Park. On average, the drive from Comerica Park to Progressive Field takes 3 hours, while Progressive Field to PNC Park to takes 2 ½ hours. Make sure to have a comfortable car as it is nearly a 5 hour drive back to Detroit from Pittsburgh.

Just one hour South of Detroit is Toledo, Ohio, home of the Mud Hens. The Mud Hens are the Detroit Tigers AAA affiliate. Fifth Third Field is an amazing Minor League Ballpark that is not to be missed! Another close option (about 1.5 hours away from Comerica Park) is Oldsmobile Park, home of the Lansing Lugnuts. The Lugnuts are the Single A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays. 

One last park that is worthy of a stop is old Tiger Stadium. Located at 2121 Trumbull Ave, less than a 2 mile walk from Comerica Park, Tiger Stadium is a must see for all Ballpark Chasers. Although you cannot go inside the stadium, it is still a sight to see this former cathedral. In order to preserve the infamous stadium and keep the history alive, check out and donate funds to savetigerstadium.org.