Explore The State Of Michigan With Kid Rock, Mark Wahlberg, And 13 Other Celebrities

We all know that New York and California are beautiful, exciting, and engaging places. But what about the rest of the U.S.? Frankly, the "fly-over states" need a lot more attention. States like Michigan, which is home to the "Motor City" of Detroit, offer some incredible travel experiences. Even A-List celebrities like Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, and Kid Rock know it.

Painted murals, fantastic restaurants, breweries, Motown records, and a bustling auto industry are what await you in Detroit. But the vastness of Michigan offers so much more. The state is almost entirely surrounded by Great Lakes, making it a fantastic place for water-sports and camping. Then there's the Sleeping Bear Dunes and the quaint villages, including "Paradise" and "Hell." All of these reasons are why you'll want to explore the state of Michigan with Kid Rock, Mark Wahlberg, and 13 other celebrities.

15 Orchard Lake And The Less-Dramatic Early Days Of Miley Cyrus And Liam Hemsworth's Relationship

Orchard Lake Village is a small and exclusive suburb of the city of Detroit. It's among multiple communities that have been built around a series of lakes scattered throughout the Greater Detroit area. In 2011, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth were spotted there with a group of friends enjoying a day riding WaveRunners and wakeboarding.

14 The Lighthouse That Guided Kate Upton To A Ton of Cuddly Penguins

The gorgeous Kate Upton was spotted in Michigan back in 2017 and 2016 to support her husband, baseball player Justin Verlander. According to Galuxsee, the international model jogged to St. Joseph North Pier Lighthouse after enjoying a night of BBQ. She and Justin also visited the Detroit Zoo to spend time with a bunch of cuddly penguins.

13 Detroit-Legend Aretha Franklin Was Honored By None Other Than Ariana Grande And Stevie Wonder

Ariana Grande belted out “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” at an event that honored the life of the late Aretha Franklin, a superstar who got her start in Detroit, Michigan. Ariana was joined by the legendary Stevie Wonder at the ceremony, which took place at The Greater Grace Temple in the Berg-Lahser area of the Motor City.

12 Murals And Motown Are What Victoria Justice Found In Detroit

Murals and Motown are definitely two of Detroit's most quintessential attractions. According to Galuxsee, starlet Victoria Justice visited the city in 2016. While visiting the home of Motown, AKA Hitsville U.S.A., she was astounded that she was in the same space where Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and Michael Jackson recorded some of their most iconic hits.

11 Mark Wahlberg Played EVERY Golf Course In Michigan... But We Think He Liked Going To An Inflatable Water Park Better

The hunky Mark Wahlberg spent much of 2016 and 2017 golfing through the state of Michigan. According to Galuxsee, he was spotted at Bloomfield Hills, Plum Hollow Country Club, Tam-O-Shanter Country Club, and Thornapple Pointe, just to name a few. Clearly, Michigan is great for golfers. But we think Mark enjoyed visiting Jump Island Inflatable Water Park with his daughter Grace the best.

10 Motor City Is Kid Rock's Jam... But Hanging With Cindy Crawford And Kaia Gerber Is Pretty Good Too

Kid Rock is one of the biggest names to come out of Detroit and he wants everyone to know it. At every turn, he's there to support the city, its businesses, and its people. But he also hangs out in some of the city's best suburbs, including Clarkston. According to Galuxsee, this is where he was spotted with Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber, and their now-famous daughter, Kaia Gerber.

9 Madonna Isn't Above Throwing A Few Punches In Detroit

Madonna is another one of Detroit's most famous exports... Although her odd English accent tends to counter her history. According to Galuxsee, Madonna is very involved with the Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program and loves to visit when she's in town. The gym provides tutoring and enrichment opportunities to kids in the toughest neighborhood in Detroit.

8 The Quaint Town of Ann Arbor Got Some Pretty Big A-List Guests In George Clooney, Ryan Gosling, And Evan Rachel Wood

Ann Arbor is a quaint town that's home to the University of Michigan and unmatched cultural experiences. If you're not into the bustle of Detroit and want something a more genteel and homey feeling then this is the place for you. According to Just Jared, it was also the location George Clooney chose to film The Ides of March with Ryan Gosling and Westworld's Evan Rachel Wood.

7 Welcome To Hitsville, Andy Cohen!

For those who don't know, "Hitsville U.S.A" was the nickname given to Motown's first headquarters. It's one of Detroit's best attractions, especially for those who adore music history as the recording studio has been turned into a museum. The space honors the artists on their label as well as documents Motown's influence on the music industry. Reality show host and producer Andy Cohen was thrilled to visit, according to Galuxsee.

6 It Was An Ann Arbor Birthday For Hayden Panettiere

While filming Scream 4 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Hayden Panettiere was surprised with a massive birthday 21st celebration. The event was attended by Emma Roberts, Adam Brody, Neve Campbell, and Anthony Anderson. All of whom were flown out from the Roosevelt Hotel to enjoy burlesque dancers, stilt walkers, fire breathers, and an incredible buffet.

5 Transformers Supports Detroit: On Set With Shia LaBeouf And Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Director Micheal Bay likes taking his Transformers movies to Detroit. Not only does it boost the city's economy but it's also great fun for the actors. According to Just Jared, Shia LaBeouf and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley loved playing around on set in the city. After work, they were seen exploring the city with fellow cast and crew.

4 Tony Hawk Chose Detroit Pizza Over Slices In New York And Chicago

There has always been a debate between New York City and Chicago over who has the best pizza. But in January 2017, legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk chose the dark horse: Detroit. According to Galuxsee, he was seen enjoying some signature toppings that were named after him while visiting the incredible Pie-Sci Pizza.

3 We Knew Dave Coulier Liked His Full House In San Fran, But Apparently He Prefers Detroit And Lake St. Clair

Full House star Dave Coulier is from Detroit and often returns to visit family and support his home state. He loves ice skating at Campus Martius Park in Detroit, but his favorite Michigan activity is visiting Lake St. Clair, which borders the city. According to Galuxsee, he periodically takes his family for long days at the lake.

2 Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett, That Apple Pie Moonshine, And The Best BBQ Ever

Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett was all about that apple pie moonshine when she visited Green Dot Stables in Detroit, Michigan. According to Galuxsee, Hugh Hefner's ex-girlfriend loved visiting Motor City in July 2016. Aside from checking out beloved bar, she also stopped by Slows Bar BQ, which she said was the "best bbq" she's ever had.

1 Taylor Swift Doesn't Leave Detroit Behind... Even Though Kid Rock's There

Taylor Swift risks running into her enemy, Kid Rock, by going to Detroit, but that's an awkward encounter she's willing to face. After all, she loves Detroit and her fans there. According to Celeb Mafia, she's performed at Ford Feild numerous times. She never leaves her beloved Detroit fans behind.

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