ATTRACTIONS
Amusements
Children's Museum of Cleveland
10730 Euclid Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-791-7114
Questions such as how water affects the weather and can bridges and buildings help define the character and culture of our communities are explained at this museum that provides a creative, hands-on environment for children and families. more... mapGoodtimes Amusement Park
33777 Chester Road • Cleveland, OH 44011
Located in Avon
440-937-6210
Many avenues of fun for the whole family to enjoy is available at this amusement center that includes bumper boats, miniature golf, a large arcade, a laser tag arena, and the largest go-kart track in the area. more... mapLake Farmpark
8800 Chardon Road • Cleveland, OH 44094
Located in Kirtland
440-256-2138, 800-366-FARM
An award-winning, open air, family oriented science and cultural center that welcomes visitors to explore agriculture, farming, and country life through activities such as tapping trees for maple syrup, milking cows, and tasting apple butter. more... mapLazer X Treme
13409 Smith Road, Middleburg Heights • Cleveland, OH 44130
Southland South Shopping Center
440-842-6044
This laser tag and arcade offers fun for the whole family. Celebrate a birthday party, special event, or just have some fun at Cleveland's only extreme laser tag arena. more...Swings and Things Family Fun Center
5801 Steams Road • Cleveland, OH 44143
Located in Olmstead Township
330-235-4469
The largest family fun center in Ohio, this year round amusement center offers numerous activities for the whole family to enjoy including two go-kart tracks, bumper boats, two miniature golf courses, a batting range, picnic areas, and an ice cream parlor. more...
Historic Sites & Monuments
Century Village
14653 East Park Street • Cleveland, OH 44021
Located in Burton Village
440-834-1492
Walk through over 100 years of history at this fully restored Western Reserve village that offers a window into the customs and everyday activities that spanned the era from the late 17th century to the late 18th century. Visitors can explore a log cabin from the late 1700s, a Marshall's office, a blacksmith shop, a mid-19th century church, and many more historic buildings while at this living museum. more... mapHale Farm and Village
2686 Oak Hill Road • Cleveland, OH 44210
Located in Bath
330-666-3711
A unique 19th century outdoor living history museum that specializes in role playing and crafts and recaptures the way of life in 1848 when settlers were settling in the Western Reserve area of Ohio. The village includes a museum in the Hale Homestead, as well as a surrounding village that is complete with sheep, cows, pigs, and horses, and “residents” who provide demonstrations in period activities. mapLake View Cemetery
12314 Euclid Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-421-2665
Modeled after the magnificent garden cemeteries of Victorian England and France, this outdoor museum and historic garden cemetery was founded in 1869 and is nestled on 285 beautiful acres. The Garfield Monument, the Nade Chapel, the Rockefeller Obelisk, and many historical grave sites are part of the cemetery. more... map
Libraries & Research Centers
NASA John Glenn Research Center
21000 Brookpark Road • Cleveland, OH 44135
Located at Lewis Field
216-433-4000
This research center is NASA's leading center for research, technology and development in the areas of aircraft and space propulsion, electronic propulsion, satellite communications, and aerospace technology. more... map
Museums & Galleries
Cleveland Museum of Art, The
11150 East Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-421-7340
The rotating collections at this museum include works from multiple historical periods and cultures including examples of the artistic traditions of the Americas, Asia, Africa, Ancient Islam, as well as the Medieval and Contemporary periods. The collections span a range of artistic media that include painting, sculpture, photography, and decorative arts. more... mapCrawford Auto-Aviation Museum
10825 East Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-721-5722
Over 200 rare vintage automobiles and aircraft are showcased in this unique museum that shows examples of cars and airplanes spanning the time from the late 19th century into the latter 20th century. more... mapInternational Women's Air and Space Museum
1501 North Marginal Road • Cleveland, OH 44114
Located at Burke Lakefront Airport
216-623-1111
A unique museum that highlights women's achievements in aviation and space plus features an on site research center and gift shop. more... mapKent State University Museum
East Main and South Lincoln Streets • Euclid, OH 44242
Located at Kent State University
330-672-3450
Focusing mainly upon the history of fashion in clothing and decorative arts, this museum has a collection of clothing that includes multicultural costumes, as well as a chronicle of the ever novel evolution of Western fashions. The nine galleries host changing exhibits of interest and the collections of the museum include items related to fashion, ethnic fashions, textiles, decorative arts, fine arts, and collectible glass ware. more... mapMiami University Art Museum
Patterson Avenue • Oberlin, OH 45056
513-529-2232
Completed in 1978, houses five galleries of changing exhibitions, a growing permanent collection of approximately 16,000 artworks, a lecture hall, a library study room. Situated on three acres of scenic sculture park grounds. more...Museum of Contemporary Art
8501 Carnegie Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-421-8671
An ever changing, dynamic evolution of exhibits that interpret cultural developments through the works of both emerging and established artists is showcased at this museum that also offers free gallery tours. more... mapPolka Hall of Fame
291 East 222nd Street • Euclid, OH 44123
216-261-FAME, 866-66POLKA
The American Slovenian Polka Foundation operates this unique attraction that pays tribute to Cleveland's greatest polka artists through exhibits and events. more... mapRock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
1 Key Plaza • Cleveland, OH 44114
216-781-7625, 888-764-ROCK
Showcasing the colorful artists and innovators who have been inducted into the cultural pantheon known as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this museum features over 50 exhibits, as well as dynamic cinema presentations, rare collectibles, and the world's largest single collection of rock and roll artifacts, all tracing the history of rock and roll. more...Shaker Historical Society and Museum
16740 South Park Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44120
Located in Shaker Heights
216-921-1201
Housed in a Tudor style mansion, this museum is proud to display fine Shaker artifacts and furniture as a way to share the inherent aesthetic value of these objects. A library and gift shop are also on site. more... mapSteamship William G. Mather Museum
1001 East Ninth Street Pier • Cleveland, OH 44114
216-574-6262
This bulk freighter navigated the Great Lakes from 1925 through 1980 and is now retired and serves as a floating maritime museum that chronicles maritime life on the Great Lakes. more... mapWestern Reserve Historical Society
10825 East Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-721-5722
A great variety of things are to be seen at this complex that houses nearly 200 historic autos and aircraft, historic costumes, a recreated historical village, and a variety of changing exhibitions. Mansion tours are also available. more... map
National Parks & Natural Wonders
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
216-524-1497
Located along the banks of the Cuyahoga River, the 33,000 acre Cuyahoga Valley National Park contains rugged backcountry hiking trails, the historic 60-mile Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, a graded biking and hiking trail, and the Ritchie Ledges, perfect for hiking. Activities offered include ranger-guided programs, concerts, scenic train rides, sightseeing at the historical sites, picnicking, bird watching, golfing, fishing, and winter sports. more...
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Cleveland Botanical Garden
11030 East Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-721-1600
Ten acres of beautiful formal and natural gardens can be found at this garden lover's paradise that also features an award-winning children's garden and an exotic glasshouse, the only one of its kind in the world. Advice on horticulture, landscape and floral design, and environmental conservation is available. more... mapCleveland Botanical Garden
11030 East Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-721-1600
With a mission to help us understand the interdependency between flora and fauna, the Cleveland Botanical Garden maintains a number of off-site learning gardens as well as its stunning main venue. Following a major expansion in 2003, the Botanical Garden now contains a massive conservatory, the Eleanor Armstrong Smith Glasshouse, with two separate biomes, a Madagascan desert habitat and Costa Rican cloud forest. more...Cleveland Cultural Garden Federation
750 East Eighty-Eigth Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located in Rockefeller Park
440-892-6588
A series of 23 historic gardens within Rockefeller Park, this cultural garden federation was conceived to celebrate cultural diversity and promote world peace.Cleveland Cultural Gardens
Located at East Boulevard, University Circle
216-664-2517
Spanning both sides of East Boulevard, this cultural garden covers 50 acres and is home to over 60 institutions representing the cultures of over 20 nations. All of the gardens are distinctive in their own way and visitors will see long Grecian columns, curving staircases, and stone busts of historical figures while touring the gardens.Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and The RainForest
3900 Wildlife Way • Cleveland, OH 44109
216-661-6500
One of the oldest zoos in the country, this zoo features over 3,300 animals and occupies 165 rolling, wooded acres. The Rain Forest exhibit features a two story glass atrium, simulated tropical thunderstorms, rain forest flora and fauna, a 25 foot waterfall, and animals native to the jungles. more... mapFairport Harbor Lakefront Park
301 Huntington Beach Drive • Cleveland, OH 44113
Located at Fairport Harbor
440-636-9972
Beautiful 22 acre lakefront park that is located next to the historic Fairport Harbor Lighthouse and Marine Museum and includes a playground, drinking fountains, picnic areas, pavilion areas with grills, volleyball courts, and a beach that features a gradually sloping, sandy bottomed entrance into the water. more...Holden Arboretum
9500 Sperry Road • Cleveland, OH 44094
Located in Kirtland
440-946-4400
The largest arboretum in the United States, this arboretum encompasses 3,100 acres of horticultural collections and gardens that are open year round. An abundance of forest and woodlands, meadows and display gardens, mountains and ravines, rock ledges and lakes, rivers and streams, wetland and bogs, and wildlife are on site. more... mapPenitentiary Glen Reservation
8668 Kirtland-Chardon Road • Cleveland, OH 44094
Located in Kirtland
440-256-1404
Beautiful nature preserve that encompasses almost 400 acres of forest, fields, wetlands, and gorges and offers protection to a variety of fragile and endangered plants and animals. A pavilion sheltered picnic area, a wildlife center, a gift shop selling natural treasures, scenic hiking trails, a gorge filled with picturesque views, a butterfly garden, a miniature steam powered train, and a host of programs and events welcome visitors all year long. more... map
Science & Technology
Cleveland Museum of Natural History, The
One Wade Oval Drive • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-231-4600
Take journeys across the interstellar reaches of the universe in a state-of-the-art planetarium or explore exhibits that depict the lives of dinosaurs and gigantic prehistoric fish at this natural history museum that is the home of a three million year old Australopithecus skeleton, one of the first known bi-pedal, ape-like primates. This museum also presents exhibits that showcase mastodons, mammoths, biology, zoology, botany, geology, astronomy, paleontology, archaeology, and anthropology. more...Great Lakes Science Center
601 Erieside Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44114
Located in North Coast Harbor
216-694-2000
One of the largest science museums in the nation, this museum features three floors with over 350 interactive exhibits about science phenomena, the environment, and technology. The only Omnimax Theater in the region is also located at this museum and daily demonstrations and educational programs for students and educators are available. more... mapHealthSpace
8911 Euclid Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44106
216-231-5010
Grow from what you learn at this center that features traveling and permanent exhibits specifically designed to teach healthy lifestyle choices. Educational classes are also available. more... map
Tours & Cruises
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
1664 Main Street • Cleveland, OH 44264
Located in Peninsula
330-657-2000, 800-468-4070
This scenic railroad features excursions through the Cuyahogo Valley National Recreation Area to the Hale Farm and Village, the Akron Valley Business District, and the downtown Akron Quaker Square area. Days and hours may vary. more... mapGoodtime III
825 East Ninth Street Pier • Cleveland, OH 44114
Located at North Coast Harbor
216-861-5110
The largest sightseeing and charter boat in Cleveland, this company offers daily tours and entertainment excursions, as well as luncheon and dinner cruises. Custom arrangements can be made for special excursions to include such extras as catering, live entertainment, and a disc jockey. more... mapNautica Queen
1153 Main Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44115
Located in the West Band of the Flats
216-696-8888, 800-837-0604
This luxury cruise ship offers daily lunch and dinner cruises with elegant dining in a stylishly graceful atmosphere. Saturday family lunches and Sunday brunch cruises are also available. more... mapTrolley Tours of Cleveland
Located at Burke Lakefront Airport
216-771-4484
Offering the finest tour and transportation service in the city, this bright red trolley tour is known for the "Historic City Tour" that covers 20 miles and over 100 points of interest. more...
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Crooked River Brewing Company, The
1101 Center Street • Cleveland, OH 44113
216-771-BEER
This brewery brews a variety of handcrafted beers and ales with seasonal beers and an Irish red ale being among the specialties. The facilities also include a tap room, a party center, and a gift shop. more... mapGreat Lakes Brewing Company
2516 Market Avenue • Cleveland, OH216-771-4404
Great Lakes Brewing Company, recognized as one of the finest regional craft breweries in the country, continues to make a name for itself by ensuring that an uncompromising pursuit of superior taste differentiates its products from the rest of the market. Producing great PAle Ale, IPA, Witbier, and Robust Porters among others styles. more... map
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