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Photo by Adam Bellinson.

Photo by Adam Bellinson.

It’s 2024, and I’m taking an indefinite break from tours while I pursue projects seen elsewhere on this site. Maybe I’ll return after some time. Until then, keep up with me by signing up for my newsletter!

Welcome to Backseat Detroit Tours!

My name is Joe Krause. I offer “backseat driver” tours of Detroit. You drive your own vehicle, and I hop in and guide you through The Motor City. Each private tour is customized to your interests and background and covers the city’s history, its rise and fall as an industrial giant, the good and the bad, its past, present and future, and all of the great things that are often overlooked.

If you don’t have a car, have a group too big to fit in your vehicle, or simply want to get out of your car, I also offer walking tours. These tours are just as flexible as the ride-around tours. We may incorporate the QLINE streetcar or elevated Detroit People Mover rail into this tour, as well.

In addition to the tours on the calendar below, which can be booked as available without getting in touch with me first, I also offer step-on guide services, lectures/speaking engagements. larger group tours and logistics. Get in touch for a custom quote, or if you have any other questions:

313 731 2727
joe@backseatdetroit.com

I can’t wait to explore the city with you!

Joseph C. Krause

 
 
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WXYZ Profiled Backseat Detroit Tours on Channel 7 Action News!

This tour is discontinued, having merged with the standard walking tour, but this fun video by a local artist is a nice sampling of tour moments.

 
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