Plan Your Trip to Cleveland

While You're in Town

Did you know that Cleveland is home to some of the best restaurants in the world? 

• Alley Cat Oyster Bar
• Amba
• Bar 32
• Blue Point Grille
• Butcher and the Brewer
• Cleveland Chop
• Cordelia
• Fahrenheit
• GOMA Restaurant by DANTE
• Jaja
• Mabel's BBQ
• Marble Room
• Nuevo Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar
• Osteria
• RED Downtown
• Saigon Restaurant & Bar
• Society Lounge
• Taza, a Lebanese Grill
• Many more!

Top Cleveland Attractions

Are you into sports, art, or music? We’ve got it all. Below, browse a few family-friendly activities:

• Cedar Point Amusement Park
• Cleveland Botanical Garden
• Cleveland Guardians
• Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
• Cleveland Museum of Art
• Cleveland Orchestra
• Great Lakes Science Center
• Playhouse Square
• Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
• West Side Market

Don’t stop there! Visit Destination Cleveland for more ideas. 

We also asked GPT-4o for some additional ideas...and it was pretty spot on! 

• The Cleveland Arcade - One of the first indoor shopping centers in the United States, this Victorian-style arcade is a stunning piece of architecture and offers a variety of shops and dining options.

• Lake View Cemetery - Known for its beautiful grounds and notable residents, including President James A. Garfield and John D. Rockefeller, this cemetery offers historical tours and a peaceful setting for a stroll.

• The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Cleveland - A striking building designed by Farshid Moussavi, MOCA showcases rotating exhibits of contemporary art, making it a must-visit for art enthusiasts.

• Edgewater Park Beach House - A great spot to relax by Lake Erie, this beach house offers a bar, food options, and stunning views of the lake and the Cleveland skyline.

• The Cleveland Cultural Gardens - Located in Rockefeller Park, these gardens represent various ethnic groups that have contributed to Cleveland's history. Each garden is unique and showcases cultural pride and heritage.

• A Christmas Story House - Fans of the classic holiday film "A Christmas Story" can visit the house where the movie was filmed, now a museum dedicated to the film.

• The Velvet Tango Room - A speakeasy-style bar known for its craft cocktails and live jazz music, offering a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere.

• Squire’s Castle - Located in the North Chagrin Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks, this picturesque castle ruin is a great spot for hiking, picnicking, and photography.

• Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream - While there are several locations, the Ohio City kitchen offers tours where you can see how the ice cream is made and sample fresh flavors.

• Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Perkins Wildlife Center - A lesser-known part of the museum, this outdoor area allows visitors to get up close with local wildlife and learn about Ohio’s native species.

• The Coventry Village - A bohemian neighborhood in Cleveland Heights with eclectic shops, indie bookstores, unique restaurants, and vibrant street art.

• Forest City Brewery - This historic brewery in the Duck Island neighborhood offers a relaxed atmosphere, outdoor beer garden, and a glimpse into Cleveland’s brewing history.

These spots offer a blend of history, culture, and local flavor, giving visitors a unique glimpse into what makes Cleveland special.

Additional Visitor Resources

In addition to Destination Cleveland, we recommend checking out the following articles for more on exciting things to do and see while in town.

• The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2024, Travel & Leisure
• Where To Go in 2024: The 16 Best Places to Travel,  The Points Guy
• The Cleveland Bucket List, The Cleveland Bucket List
• 11 Best Things to Do in Cleveland, U.S. News & World Report
• 25 Best Things to Do in Cleveland, Family Destinations Guide

We look forward to showing you around!