Guardian Building
Guardian Building is a historic and protected site Downtown Detroit Detroit located in United States.
500 Griswold St (at Congress St) Detroit , MI 48226 United States
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The architecture is really incredible and something to see.
Absolutely beautiful building . Check out the architecture and the art deco ceilings. Wow!
One of the most beautiful buildings in Detroit, you must go inside to see the beautiful Art Deco interior , designed by Wirt C. Rowland. While you're here, check out Pure Detroit and the Rowland Cafe !
Lobby is not open during Covid, but you can walk in and stand on a mat that lets you see the ceiling which is pretty amazing
This is a BEAUtiful bldg.! Rich in histoury and like most built back in the day, has soul/character!
Thomas Rekem was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He attended the University of Detroit and graduated with a degree in Creative Writing in 2009. Read more
Stop by Stella Good Coffee for great coffee and vegan/vegetarian baked goods and soups .
Free tours of this gorgeous Art Deco building — 11am & 1pm on Saturdays, 12pm & 2pm Sundays.
Roland Cafe provides a great place to sit and gaze at the beauty within this gem over coffee and pastry . Love.
Tiles, native american art and art deco : amazing mix.
Look up! Fabulous ceiling!
If you are in Detroit you have to stop in here. The architecture is beautiful and very unique. Everyone should see it!!
A must! Amazing art deco lobby and shops on 1st floor!
Ask the front desk for an info sheet to learn more about this building's famous architecture .
Beautiful building to view in downtown Detroit.
Want to see some more stunning architecture ? Stop by the GM Renaissance Center just down the road !
Worth a special visit
The lobby of this architectural gem is a must see: art deco geometric designs in dayglow colored Pewabic tiles. Pop in for a photo op. Read more
Grab a cup of coffee from Stella cafe or Rowland cafe and check out the Michigan mural at the south end of the retail promenade.
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Completed in 1929, the Guardian Building is nicknamed the Cathedral of Finance.
Watch out for Matt Earley. He's the one who sits in the lobby staring at the female interns.
Ask the doorman Christopher to show you the vault and the safe deposit area
Very clean men's room in the basement through the door off Larned (S. end of Guardian Bldg).
Check out the art deco interior that is beyond amazing.
Go to pure Detroit and buy you something to Detroit.
Say "Hi" to Christopher!
Whenever you walk into this place. Look up!
shop Pure Detroit and get a little Pewabic Read more
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Get the manual pour coffee and drink it black. It's one of the only places in the city that serves coffee that does not require masking... - Alan Languirand
Tour the Renaissance Center and see a 360 degree view of Detroit & Windsor from the 72nd floor. The daily tours start @ Pure Detroit. - Dan Brennan
Wonderful place! Ford made a great work restoring this city jewel. - Edwulf
Do the ghost hunt with Metro Paranormal Society - Venessa L.
I've been here for a couple of events and it's always filled with all different types of people and the atmosphere has always been so welcoming. Always fun, and I will continue to come to more events! - Tiffani Ringley
Great place to bring a date. $10 to skate is pretty nice. The atmosphere is really romantic and afterward you can get coffee close by! - Hafsa Khan
Category Landmarks and Outdoors » Historic and Protected Site
Place United States » Michigan » Wayne County » Detroit » Downtown Detroit