Things to do in Cleveland

Since it was established in 1983 the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame has been dedicated to commemorating the musical legacies of rock music's most famous and important performers. Many of the big names from rock and

The Greater Cleveland Aquarium grants visitors the opportunity to learn about and experience fish and sea life from all over the world. Their exhibits include aquatic life native not only to the local Ohio region

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History aims to make the story of humanity, our planet and our universe fun and informative for all its visitors. There is a lot to learn here with exhibits which include a 3.2

The Great Lakes Science Center located in Cleveland's downtown area is a museum and educational facility designed to be enjoyed by all ages. It is home to science related exhibits that cover a wide spectrum of

Akron Zoo is a 50 acre zoo found in Akron, Ohio, around 45 minutes south of Cleveland via the Interstate I-77. Originally built in 1950, the zoo slowly expanded to what you see right now, with the latest exhibit

Lock and Key Escape Room offers a fully immersive environment which makes participants feel as if they are right in the story of the rooms. An escape room is an interactive adventure game, meant to bring to life

The collection kept by the Cleveland Museum of Art is remarkably comprehensive with more than 30,000 artworks spanning over 5,000 years. The Museum building which was officially opened to the public in 1916 is

The Lake Erie Nature & Science Center was started in 1945 by Dr. Elberta W. Fleming with little more than a few animal displays in different parts of her house. Since then the Center has grown to be a much

Home to the largest collection of primates in the United States Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is a premier metropolitan zoo. There are all kinds of animals here from Ants to Zebras. It makes an excellent place to bring

Through various exhibits and programs the Cleveland Children's Museum hopes to foster a love of learning in young children and toddlers through creative play. They have exhibitions in which kids are free to explore

The collection held at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum is one of the largest collections old and rare automobiles open to the public in the world. The collection is now held and looked after by the Western Reserve

The Cleveland Botanical Garden can be found in the University Circle area of Cleveland. There is much to explore and learn from in these tranquil gardens on Cleveland's east side. The biggest draw for young children

Welcome to the Mecca of Professional Football. This is a pilgrimage that all fans of the game should make once in their lives. Here you can indulge your passion and re-live some of the greatest moments in Professional

Wildwater Kingdom is the place to be if you want some watery fun in the sun! This 17 acre Cedar Fair Park in Aurora, Ohio has some great slides and attractions to keep your kids happy. There is plenty for adults

The USS Cod is a heavily decorated Gato-class submarine which saw combat in World War II. During the war it successfully completed all of its missions and in doing so sank twelve vessels which totaled at more

This is a must for fans of A Christmas Story or for just about anyone who loves the most special holiday season. This warmly nostalgic film from 1983 has grown over the years to become a firm favorite of many

The I-X Indoor Amusement Park is housed yearly in the I-X Center, an exhibition area adjacent to Cleveland's International Airport. The park has been running yearly for the past 25 years, and is around a 20 minute

The Petitti Garden Center is a family owned place aimed to grow plants and produce locally. There are numerous branches scattered throughout Northeast Ohio, all within a few minutes drive from Cleveland

Rockin' Robin's Amazone Indoor Playground & Family Fun Center is located in Medina, Ohio, around 41 minutes south of Cleveland, easily accessible by Interstate I-71 South. It is an indoor area which hosts

The Jump Yard is a family place where kids can enjoy jumping on various inflatables (small castles and the like that are filled with air and are big enough for kids to jump and play around on). The Jump Yard is

Kendall Cliffs Indoor Climbing is an indoor wall climbing facility found around 30 minutes away from Downtown Ohio. It is easily accessible via I-77 South. It is located in a fairly residential area, and there

The Edgewater State Park makes a great day out for the family. The main draw here is the beach but there is plenty more to enjoy. There are all kinds of sports and healthy activites that you can take part in or

James Abram Garfield had only served 200 days in office as the 20th President of the United States when he was shot and killed by Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. This makes him the president who served the

The Cleveland Browns First Energy Stadium makes a great place to enjoy Pro American Football at its very finest. With seating for about 70,000 people, thoroughly modern facilities and seriously loud fans and NFL

Tobogganing at the Cleveland Metroparks is a long running holiday tradition for local people. Every year during the winter months thousands of people come to fly down one of the two 700 foot toboggan chutes at

Cleveland's International Women's Air and Space Museum tells a tale that unfairly, is rarely ever told. This museum celebrates the contribution that females have made to the advancement of aeronautics and space

The Holden Arboretum is a relaxing and beautiful location where you can get away from it all. It also makes a nice destination for a young family's day trip out. It is home to a visitor's center and a number of

Come between early May and late October to enjoy this unique museum housed on an old Great Lakes bulk freighter. At one time this enormous ship transported massive loads of steel, ore, coal, stone and grain in

The Hale Farm and Village was once the homestead of Jonathan Hale, a farmer who came to Ohio from Connecticut and settled here in the Western Reserve. Today this area falls within the area of the Cuyahoga Valley

The Greenhouse is one of the highlights of Cleveland's Rockefeller Park. In 1897 John D. Rockefeller donated 270 acres of land to the city to be used as park space. His park remains to this day as does its greenhouse

Visit the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland to learn about what really makes our planet turn, money. Here you can learn all about the American currency back to its foundation during the Revolutionary War right

The Ohio shorelines of Lake Erie are dotted with great beaches and parks. These locations make the perfect destination for a family trip out especially during the summer months when you can bask in the sun. The

The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes grew out of a protest by local residents in the 1960's to stop a freeway connecting Cleveland's East Side to Downtown from being built right through the wetlands. Thankfully they

There is planty for young kids to enjoy at the Rockin' Robin's Amazone Family Entertainment Center in Medina. Ohio. This whole facility is based around a jungle theme and offers children plenty of activities with

If Major League Baseball is your thing then you should treat yourself to a tour of Progressive Field, home of the Cleveland Indians. This stadium, located in downtown Cleveland, can seat over 42,000 people and

The H.O.P.E Playground located in Preston, Ohio is a play area unlike any other. This large 60,000 square foot facility is any child's dream. It was designed for use by children of all ages and abilities throughout

Get a different perspective on Cleveland with a Lake Erie Cruise aboard the Goodtime III. Aboard this luxury 1,000 passenger ship you will hear all about Cleveland, the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie. The ship itself

Since the late 1800's trains have run along the lines that are now occupied by the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. Back then they were an important artery for the surrounding area, transporting coal and various

The Memphis Kiddie Park is a venerable family institution in Brooklyn, Ohio. Since opening its doors in 1952 this charming children's amusement park has been providing fun filled days out for all the family. They

Lake Metroparks is the perfect destination for city slickers who want an education on where their food comes from. There are lots of demonstrations that explain how farmers do the work they do and how much of