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Your vacation getaway to Cleveland is sure to be a memorable one! This northern Ohio town resides on the shores of Lake Erie and has lots to offer visitors. The bustling city of Cleveland was named the nation’s #2 destination for recreation and one of 10 great places to go on a hike in a big city! Cleveland offers exquisite dining, sports, art museums, historic neighborhoods, exceptional nightlife, a national park, adventurous amusement and waterparks.
If you enjoy browsing through museums, Cleveland has several to pick from. From Abba to ZZ Top, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum features a plethora of exhibits highlighting rock music’s past and present. The Cleveland Museum of Art features an internationally recognized collection of art. Works include ancient Egyptian statues, Renaissance armor and Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Renoir and Van Gogh, to name just a few. At the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, exhibits showcase dinosaurs, exotic cultures, rare gemstones and more. The museum also features a new planetarium. The International Women's Air and Space Museum displays a collection of artifacts and archives illustrating women's contributions to aviation and space.
Cleveland Metroparks features 20,000 acres of outdoor fun and activities. Visitors will find several walking and hiking trails, seven outdoor education facilities, six golf courses, four swimming areas, 70 picnic areas, twin refrigerated ice toboggan chutes and much more. Year round fun is guaranteed. Within the Cleveland Metroparks, you’ll find the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and The RainForest. This 168-acre zoo and botanical garden is home to the largest collection of primate species in North America. About 3,000 animals represent more than 600 species. The RainForest is home to 600 animals and 10,000 plants from the jungles of Africa, Asia and the Americas.
Just outside of Cleveland you will find Geauga Lake. They have over 10 roller coasters, a water park with attractions like Hurricane Mountain and Shark Attack, and more fun for everyone in the family to enjoy. They have children’s rides, live shows, food and beverages, and other guest services at the park. Wildwater Kingdom is sure to be a wet and wild time with the wave pool, water slides, action river adventure, and so much more. One admission price gets you into both areas!
Dining and nightlife options abound in Cleveland. Stop in at Fat Fish Blue for some Louisiana-Creole cooking along with live Blues and Jazz. The Pickwick & Frolic Restaurant & Club serves American fare while their cabaret room has a dinner show and martini bar. If you like to laugh, buy tickets to Hilarities and see a live stand-up comedy routine before you leave. If you want to drink and have appetizers, stop by the #1 dueling Piano Bar in America – Howl at the Moon Saloon! You’ll laugh, sing, drink, eat, and have a great time here! If you want to dance the night away, go to The Velvet Dog. This premier dance club downtown offers up-beat music, two lounges, rooftop patio, and more!
Be sure to check our Events section to browse through the annual festivals and family-friendly functions held all year round and all throughout the city of Cleveland. Most of the festivals offer free admission and include parades, food vendors, gift vendors, music, dancing, hands-on exhibits, and more.
Cleveland has something for everyone. Singles, families, and couples alike will enjoy a getaway to this beautiful city. With an abundance of attractions, Cleveland will keep you occupied and entertained day and night and we can help!
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
One Key Plaza
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-781-7625
From Abba to ZZ Top, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum features a plethora of exhibits highlighting rock music’s past and present. “The house that rock built” includes a permanent collection in addition to a number of traveling exhibits. The museum traces rock and modern music through the years, highlighting blues, country, individual artists and performances and much more. Many of the items on display were donated by the artists themselves, from their personal collections.
Cleveland Museum of Art
11150 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-421-7340 or 1-888-CMA-0033
The Cleveland Museum of Art features an internationally recognized collection of art. Works include ancient Egyptian statues, Renaissance armor and Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Renoir and Van Gogh, to name just a few. Modern works are also on display.
International Women’s Air and Space Museum
Burke Lakefront Airport Room 165
1501 North Marginal Road
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-623-1111
The International Women's Air and Space Museum displays a collection of artifacts and archives illustrating women's contributions to aviation and space. Learn about Russian Valentina Tereshkova, who was the first woman to orbit the Earth in 1963, and other women in space aviation, including Sally Ride, the first American woman to fly in space in 1983.
Pro Football Hall of Fame
2121 George Halas Drive NW
Canton, OH 44708
330-456-8207
The Pro Football Hall of Fame is located an hour south of Cleveland. It looks at football through the years with a series of displays and exhibits.
Lake View Cemetery
12316 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-421-2665
The Lake View Cemetery was founded in 1869 and is the final resting place of President James A. Garfield, John Davison Rockefeller, Elliot Ness and other historical figures of the Cleveland area.
NASA Glenn Research Center – Visitor Center
21000 Brookpark Road
Cleveland, OH 44135
216-433-2000
The NASA Glenn’s Visitor Center showcases NASA’s aerospace programs through interactive exhibits and historical items.
U.S.S.Cod
1089 East 9th Street
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-566-8770
The U.S.S. Cod is open for tours during the summer months. This original WWII submarine has been docked at the Port of Cleveland for four decades.
Steamship William G. Mather Museum
305 Mather Way
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-574-6262
Built in 1925 this flagship has been restored and now serves as a maritime museum.
The Cleveland Orchestra
Severance Hall
11001 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-231-1111
One of America’s greatest orchestras! Why not find out for yourself?
Cleveland Opera
1422 Euclid Avenue Suite 1052
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-575-0903
Opera at its best with international artists and innovative productions.
Big Met Golf Course-Cleveland Metroparks
4550 Valley Parkway
Fairview Park, OH 44126
440-331-1070
Old 50’s style course that is one of the most played courses in the country. Beautiful scenery of wildlife and the Rocky River. Big Met is Ohio's most popular course.
Manakiki Golf Course-Cleveland Metroparks
35501 Eddy Road
Willoughby Hills, OH 44094
440-942-2500
This course is a classic Donald Ross layout with elevation changes and rolling fairways. It is definitely a local favorite!
Stonewater Golf Course
1 Club Drive
Cleveland, OH 44143
440-461-4653
Lots of sand, gently rolling fairways, water, cart paths, and more.
Colonial Carriage
4323 Brooklyn Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44109
216-459-1519
Your own private carriage will take you on a sightseeing ride around Cleveland.
Wildwood Marina
16975 Wildwood Drive
Cleveland, OH 44119
216-481-5771
Fish on lake Erie, take a boat tour, or schedule a scuba diving excursion and tour the underwater shipwrecks!
Haunted Cleveland Tour
Downtown Cleveland
440-775-1217
Allow Cleveland’s own psychic Sonya lead you on a chartered bus tour of authentic haunted Cleveland areas and establishments. Call ahead to make a reservation.
Cleveland Police Museum
1300 Ontario Street
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-623-5055
Explore the history from the time the Department was founded in 1866 to present times with photographs, artifacts and documents.
Dunham Tavern Museum
6709 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44103
216-431-1060
This is the oldest building in Cleveland on its original site and was once a stagecoach stop. Take a look into the lives of early settlers as you tour the 1824 home.
Ghostly Manor Thrill Center
3319 Milan Road Route 250
Sandusky, OH 44870
419-627-0862
Rated one of the top 10 haunted attractions in the U.S. this scary location offers XD 3D Motion Simulation Theater and is Ohio's only SD Theater simulated thrill ride.
Boston Mills/Brandywine Ski Resorts
7100 Riverview Road
Peninsula, OH 44264
800-875-4241
Ohio's largest ski resort is sure to please the snow lover with 18 slopes, 16 lifts, snow tubing, skiing, snowboarding, terrain parks and 100% snowmaking coverage.
Cleveland Metroparks and Metroparks Zoo
4101 Fulton Parkway
Cleveland, OH 44144
216-635-3200
Cleveland Metroparks features 20,000 acres of outdoor fun and activities. Visitors will find several walking and hiking trails, seven outdoor education facilities, six golf courses, four swimming areas, 70 picnic areas, twin refrigerated ice toboggan chutes and much more. Year round fun is guaranteed. Within the Cleveland Metroparks, you’ll find the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and The RainForest. This 168-acre zoo and botanical garden is home to the largest collection of primate species in North America. About 3,000 animals represent more than 600 species. The RainForest is home to 600 animals and 10,000 plants from the jungles of Africa, Asia and the Americas.
Jacobs Field-Cleveland Indians
2401 Ontario Street
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-420-4200
Baseball fans will enjoy a tour of Jacobs Field, home of the MLB Cleveland Indians. If you’re in town between early April and early October, you can catch the Indians in action at one of their many home games or tour the ballpark.
Cleveland Botanical Garden
11030 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-707-2833
At the Cleveland Botanical Garden, visitors can tour two distinct ecosystems, both located within the Garden’s Glasshouse. Ten acres of display gardens are also featured, including a children’s garden, where kids learn about the environment.
Great Lakes Science Center
601 Erieside Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-694-2000
The Great Lakes Science Center features 400 hands-on entertaining exhibits relating to science phenomena, environment and technology. Demonstrations take place daily, and an OMNIMAX Theater is located on site.
The Children’s Museum of Cleveland
10730 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-791-7114
One of the few educational institutions that focuses on early childhood development-socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually children can discover the world and learn through interactive exhibits and play!
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
1455 E. 6th Street
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-579-2000
The Learning Center here has videos, interactive games, and exhibits! Learn about money and what gives it its value. Larger groups need reservations.
A Christmas Story House
3159 W. 11th Street
Cleveland, OH 44109
216-255-6651
Come see Ralphie’s house! This is the actual house that was his home in the movie “A Christmas Story” that houses original props on display!
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
1 Wade Oval Drive
Cleveland, OH 44106
800-317-9155
At the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, exhibits showcase dinosaurs, exotic cultures, rare gemstones and more. The museum also features a new planetarium.
Firefly’s Mini Golf
200 Southpark Center
Strongsville, OH 44136
440-846-4569
18 hole miniature golf course where everything glows! They offer an interactive shipwreck, waterfall, and more.
Geauga Lake & Wildwater Kingdom
1060 North Aurora Road
Aurora, OH 44202
330-562-7131
Two great parks in one. This park has it all from roller coaster to water slides from live entertainment and shows to great food. The family won't want to miss this wild adventure.
Cedar Point
One Cedar Point Drive
Sandusky, OH 44870
419-627-2350
Get ready for thrills, chills and spills. With 17 roller coasters, more than any other park in the world, exciting thrill rides, carousels, children's rides, spinning and circular rides, tranquil rides and water rides there is excitement around ever corner.
Lake Metroparks Farmpark
8800 Chardon Road
Kirtland, OH 44094
440-256-2122
If you choose to take your adventure outside the city you will find an amazing farm where you can milk a cow, take a wagon ride, meet over 50 breeds of farm animals, explore solar and wind power, The Great Tomato Works, hydroponic exhibits and stroll through gorgeous gardens.
African Safari Wildlife Park
267 Lightner Road
Port Clinton, OH 43452
419-732-3606
The mid-west only drive through safari patrons can see and feed over 300 exotic animals, get a free camel or pony ride, view and educational animal show and watch the pig races.
The Corner Alley
402 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-298-4070
Roll into this bowling alley with 16 lanes and the 4th Street Bar & Grill serving lunch, dinner and late night dinner!
Unites States of America Family Entertainment Center
30325 Palisades Parkway
Wickliffe, OH 44092
440-944-5301
This place has it all with 30,000 square feet of space visitors will love the roller and in-line skating, glow in the dark laser tag, video and redemption games and the restaurant.
Cleveland Browns
76 Lou Groza Boulevard
Berea, OH 44017
440-891-5000
Every Sunday from September through December, Cleveland, OH is "Brownstown ". You won't want to miss the big football game.
Cleveland Cavaliers-Quicken Loans Arena
1 Center Court
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-420-2472
Experience the mighty Cavaliers and LeBron James as they race along the court in efforts of a victory!
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center
28728 Wolf Road
Bay Village, OH 44140
440-871-2900
Visitors will love the natural splendor they will find as they stroll through gardens, view live animal exhibits and do lunch by the lakeside.
March
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
216-556-5183
This is Ohio’s oldest and finest parade! More than 5,000 participants take part in this annual tradition with floats, bands, drill teams, marching units, novelties, and green galore.
Cleveland International Film Festival
216-623-3456
Films and film makers of any kind imaginable will present their creations to find out who is the best of the best.
April
Tri-C JazzFest
216-987-4400
The Tri-C JazzFest features top name jazz artists as well as local up and comers on stages all over town. Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis and Tony Bennett are just a few of the big name artists that have played the Tri-C in the past.
EarthFest
216-281-6468
Celebrate the earth with educational exhibits, local food and farming practices, live entertainment, free tree give-aways, and interactive activities highlighting environmental safety.
May
Hessler Street Fair
216-556-3716
Over 10,000 people attend this fair every year which celebrates Cleveland’s first historic district with music, poetry, dance, food, arts, crafts and the Hessler Museum.
Great American Rib Cook-Off
888-761-SHOW
Pit masters from across the country to face off and find out who has the "greatest Ribs in America, "Greatest Sauce in America" and the "People's Choice". Patrons will delight in the beef ribs, pulled pork, brisket, variety of sauces and the fabulous live music.
June
Parade the Circle
216-791-3900
Parade the Circle is a cultural festival and parade that encourages public participation. Family friendly activities are offered by local museums, libraries and other members of the community. Loads of activities, food and other attractions.
Italian-American Summer Festival
440-842-5977
Celebrate like they do in Italy with fantastic Italian foods such as sausage and peppers, cavatelli, meatballs, pizza, calamari, fried smelts, clams, eggplant rolatini and scrumptious dessert items. Each year this event brings in top Italian performers to entertain the crowds.
June/July
Boston Mills Artfest
800-875-4241
160 of the finest artist are selected to show and sell their works at this festival such as acrylic/oil, watercolor, jewelry, wood, graphics/drawing multiple images, glass, whimsical, sculpture, ceramics, wearable fibers, furniture, metal, decorative fibers and mixed media. . Children are welcome and will find activities awaiting them in the "Art 'N Play" area. On preview night visitors can expect wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres.
July
Puerto Rican Parade and Festival
216-961-2970
An educational and entertaining event for the whole family visitors can enjoy this colorful and festive celebration. Event features a parade, Caribbean food, traditional native art, rhythmic live music and booths with food, souvenirs and novelty items.
Taste of Tremont
216-575-0920
Over 30 restaurants and businesses participate in this annual event. Food, entertainment, art, and more for the whole family to enjoy!
Kidsfest
440-247-4FUN
It's all about the kids at this annual festival featuring a paint pavilion, Monster Jam Hot Wheels Fun Zone, talent shows, interactive sports zone, garden party, petting zoo, pony rides, cookie making, coloring village, a pizza eating contest and much more.
Cleveland's Irish Cultural Festival
216-251-1711
There are a host of activities available for everyone in the family. For the children they feature a free petting zoo, pony rides, story telling, arts and crafts, Irish dance instruction, painting a magician and more. The entire family will enjoy the live entertainment and tasty traditional foods.
iNGENUity Festival
216-589-9444
Listen to jazz, hip hop, rock, techno, and classical music. See opera, theater, ballet, step dancing, breakdancing and contemporary dance. Enjoy visual exhibits, concerts, poetry slams, stilt walkers, jugglers, parades, food, flowers and activities for children. Everything here has been transformed by technology.
August
Black Culture International Parade & Festival
216-761-2501
Food vendors, gift vendors, entertainers, music, dance, exhibits, artifacts, and more celebrating Black Culture!
Burning River Fest
440-729-7571
This one day family-friendly festival features environmental education programs and demonstrations, local artisans and musicians, a variety of locally produced foods and beers from Cleveland's best restaurants and brewing companies and the most interesting and diverse views of Cleveland's lakefront and skyline.
August/September
Labor Day Oktoberfest
216-875-6600
This annual event is packed full of excitement and offers bunches of thrills for visitors such as weiner dog races, bier run, cornhole tournament, sand sculptures, celebrity keg tapping, live entertainment and an abundance of children's activities. this is an event you won't want to miss.
September
Taste of Cleveland
440-247-4FUN
Tasty treats from soul food to sushi and everything in between! Experience the mouth-watering samples from area chefs and enjoy music and other entertainment.
October
Fall for the Circle
216-791-3900
This celebration includes indoor and outdoor activities, concerts, exhibits, interactive exhibits, and more.
World Festival Day
216-781-ROCK
Help Cleveland celebrate its ethnic diversity through song and dance. Visitors are offered and understanding of the traditions and legacies of others.
December
Holiday CircleFest
216-791-3900
This is Cleveland’s premier Winter event! Music, entertainment, hands-on activities, holiday shopping, and the Winter Lights Lantern procession.
Population:
City of Cleveland: 478,400 +
Greater Cleveland metro area: 2.9 million
Time Zone:
Eastern
Climate:
Lake Erie has a great effect on Cleveland’s climate, especially during the summer months, when high temperatures and humidity are tempered by cool lake breezes. Average summer temperatures top out in the 80s, although days in the 90s are not uncommon. Gentle rains are common in the spring, and thunderstorms are most frequent in late summer. Winter temps average below freezing, and lake breezes will make it feel even cooler.
Airport:
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
5300 Riverside Drive
Cleveland, OH 44135
216-265-6030
Rail:
Amtrak
800-USA-RAIL
Bus :
Greyhound
800-231-2222
Getting Around Cleveland:
Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority
Bus and Rail
216-566-5100
Taxis:
Yellow Cab
216-623-1550
Americab
216-429-1111
United Cab Company
216-398-9000
Ace Taxi Service
216-361-8700 ext. 361
Visitor Information:
Convention & Visitors Bureau of Greater Cleveland
100 Public Square, Suite 100
Cleveland, OH 44113
800-321-1004
Dining:
Great Lakes Brewing Company
2516 Market Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-771-4404 Ext. 228
Menu selections (and there are plenty of them) at the Great Lakes Brewing Company are all listed with a suggested craft-brewed beer. A wide variety of ales, porters, stouts, lagers and the like are brewed in house. The mouth-watering extensive menu goes beyond standard pub fare (although you’ll find that too) and features entrées such as salmon and sweet corn cakes, maple and bourbon pork chops, steak, salad and much
more.
Mallorca Restaurant
1390 W. 9th Street
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-687-9494
The Mallorca Restaurant is the place to go for something a little out of the ordinary. Spanish and Portuguese cuisine is featured, and a selection of wines, cigars and after dinner drinks will complete your meal. An array of entrées includes salmon Caesar salad, lobster ravioli, filet mignon and veal.
Nighttown
12387 Cedar Road
Cleveland Heights, OH 44106
216-795-0550
Since 1965, Nighttown Restaurant has been a Cleveland favorite for great food and great live jazz music. Try the veal meatloaf, shepherd’s pie, chilled Atlantic salmon or maybe the lamb stew.
Shooters on the Water
1148 Main Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-861-6900
Shooters on the Water is located on the Cuyahoga River and offers casual waterfront and patio dining. The glass-walled restaurant’s menu features everything from crab cake appetizers, to chicken and lobster, to steak and pasta and beyond. The gourmet nachos and pizzas are also popular. This place turns into a casual dance club atmosphere at night.
Don’s Lighthouse Grille
8905 Lake Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44102
216-961-6700
This 35 year-old Cleveland landmark serves contemporary American cuisine with items such as steaks, pasta, and fresh seafood along the scenic shoreway.
Fat Fish Blue
21 Prospect Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-875-6000
Serving up Louisiana-Creole cuisines and live Blues and Jazz six nights a week!
Pickwick & Frolic Restaurant and Club – Home to Hilarities
2035 East 4th Street
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-241-7425
The restaurant serves American rustic cuisine made from scratch while the 125 seat cabaret room has a dinner show and martini bar and the Hilarities Comedy Club has 400 seats to fill for live national stand-up comedy.
Saffron Patch Indian Cuisine
20600 Chagrin Boulevard
Shaker Heights, OH 44122
216-295-0400
This is Cleveland’s most popular pick for Indian cuisine! They also have an abundance of vegetarian selections.
Arabica
2785 Euclid heights Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-371-4414
Looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth? Arabica is known for its extensive selection of coffees and coffee drinks as well as their tea. Patrons will delight in the variety of pastries, cookies, pies and croissants that will satisfy even the sweetest of sweet lovers.
Baricelli Inn Restaurant
2203 Cornell Road
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-791-6500
Chef Paul Manillo will delight you with local ingredients and innovative ways. Menu items are European and American in nature and feature homemade pastas, sauteed veal tenderloin, sauteed duck and an abundance of other choices.
Nightlife:
House of Blues Cleveland
308 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-523-BLUE
Food, fun, music, karaoke, and more!
Howl at the Moon Saloon
2000 Sycamore
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-771-4695
The #1 dueling Piano Bar in America! Music, comedy, food, drinks, and more!
The Velvet Dog
1280 West 6th Street
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-664-1116
Premier dance club located in the Warehouse District offering lots of color and lively music with 2 lounges, a rooftop patio, and more.
Barking Spider Tavern
11310 Juniper Road
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-421-2863
This local trends to draw area professionals with their live rock, pop, blues and folk music as well as their assortment of beers and mixed drinks.
Flannery's Pub
323 Prospect Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-781-7782
Close to Indians stadium this local favorite Irish pub fills up early on game day. Serving a wide variety of beers and single-malt scotches.
The Winking Lizard
811 Huron Road
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-589-0313
Providing a quirky atmosphere for their patrons they offer over 100 different types of beer and and a wide selection of enticing munchies.