Top 9 Toy Stores in Metro Detroit
Whether you're looking to pick up a unique gift for the littlest members of your family or just looking for a new game for yourself, these 9 toy stores are the best in southeast Michigan!
1. The LEGO® Store at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
4240 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 | Learn more >
Meet all your LEGO needs at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Retail Store, one of the few certified LEGO retailers in Michigan.
Features:
- Discover all of the newest LEGO releases along with hard-to-find sets
- Build your own unique minifigure to add to your collection
BONUS: Once you've finished shopping, head into LEGOLAND Discovery Center where you'll find 10 different play zones, two rides, and even a 4D movie theater! Please note, all adults must be accompanied by a child 17 or younger to enter the attraction.
2. Mudpuddles
407 N 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 | Website
Mudpuddles is an Ann Arbor staple located in the Kerrytown neighborhood since 1994 and features a specially curated selection of toys and games.
Features:
- Toys and games for everyone, including babies and even those just young at heart
- There is also an excellent selection of educational toys as well as arts and crafts to encourage ingenuity and creativity
3. The Rocket
200 W Nine Mile Rd A, Ferndale, MI 48220 | Website
The Rocket is a unique toy and gifts store located in the heart of downtown Ferndale and is the perfect place if you’re looking for a fun gift for a friend or family member.
Features:
- Find something special in their Michigan-themed section
- Shop their collection of well-known and unique candies
4. Toy Box of Michigan
13305 Hall Rd, Utica, MI 48315 | Website
This Utica-based toy store is family-owned and features toys that focus on imaginative play and ‘kid-power.’
Features:
- Search through their wide selection of toys from manufactures such as Melissa & Doug and Squishmallow
- Visit Stanley, their in-store dinosaur, for a special coloring session
5. Funky Monkey Toys
5 N Washington St, Oxford, MI 48371 | Website
Funky Monkey Toys is a locally owned toy store serving the Oxford and Auburn Hills communities. Their main focus is offering toys and novelty items you can’t find anywhere else.
Features:
- Look through their collection of books, stuffed animals, and what they describe as ‘analog’ toys
- They have a whole section dedicated to educational toys
6. City Bird
460 W Canfield St, Detroit, MI 48201 | Website
Opened in 2009, City Bird is the Cass Corridor’s oldest store and features a collection of unique, local, and handmade products from Great Lakes artists including bespoke children’s toys.
Features:
- Enjoy a collection of cute and locally made teething rings and baby rattles
- Once you finished looking through their toy section, enjoy their unique selection of décor and gifts
7. Toyology
119 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067 | Website
If you’re looking for a larger selection of toys, check out Toyology in Royal Oak. This toy store’s mission is to bring the joy of play to all ages.
Features:
- Find all of your favorite tv, movie, and book characters
- Browse through their collection which spans dozens of interests and genres
8. Whistle Stop Hobby & Toys
21714 Harper, St Clair Shores, MI 48080 | Website
If you’re a local hobbyist or collector, then you’ll want to check out Whistle Stop Hobby and Toys in St. Clair Shores to see their extensive collection of model trains and collectibles.
Features:
- Check out their large toy collection that also includes books and DVDs
- If you’re looking to pick up a hobby or continue one, this special store also has stamps and coins
9. Modern Natural Baby
200 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220 | Website
If you’re looking to buy for the littles in your life, look no further than Modern Natural Baby in Ferndale. This store has everything for ages 0 to 3 from clothes, books, and toys.
Features:
- Find everything you need from bath time to playtime and everything in between
- Check out their special selection of STEM/STEAM toys perfect for babies and toddlers
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