Where to stay in Cleveland
Kimpton Schofield Hotel
2000 East Ninth Street, OH 44115
Playful touches abound in this boutique hotel situated in a landmark historical building. It’s close to many attractions, including Playhouse Square.
Metropolitan at The 9
2017 East 9th Street, OH 44115
This Marriott ‘Autograph Collection’ hotel can be found inside the 1907 Cleveland Trust Building. Head up to the rooftop for incredible views, or to the Alex Theater for entertainment. It even features a yoga studio and indoor dog park.
Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade
420 Superior Avenue East, OH 44114
Taking its full name from the 19th-century atrium at the heart of this hotel, some of the rooms boast incredible views, including of the lake and Progressive Field. There’s also a spa and fitness center.
Where to eat in Cleveland
Pier W
12700 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
Freshly caught fish is on the menu at this lakeside, seafood restaurant. Choose from dishes including Tempura Great Lakes Walleye and Pier W’s Famous Bouillabaisse.
Edwins
13101 Shaker Square, OH 44120
Located in historic Shaker Square, Edwins serves French-style cuisine and helps formerly incarcerated men and women train for a career in the restaurant industry. Choose from classic dishes – but save room for crème brûlée.
Rood Food and Pie
17001 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
Head nine miles west from Downtown Cleveland in your rental car to Lakewood, and visit this restaurant inspired by South Beach. You’ll find neon signs alongside a bar formed from a retro camper van, with sliders and pies on the menu.
What to see and do in Cleveland
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The city’s most famous attraction is a celebration of rock and the people who’ve made it, set across seven levels in a striking architectural structure. Explore memorabilia from the likes of Elvis, the Rolling Stones and the Beatles.
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Just a short drive from the center you’ll find this zoo, home to the largest group of primates in North America and among the oldest in the USA. Meet creatures large and small – from the mighty African elephant to the tiny toad.
Playhouse Square
Downtown Cleveland is home to a series of theaters that date back to the 1920s – and the neighborhood shines at night thanks to the incredible outdoor chandelier above E 14th Street. Shows here have ranged from Hamilton to Pretty Woman.
Best day trips from Cleveland
Cedar Point
This amusement park is located on Lake Erie, around an hour west of Cleveland. Among 18 thrilling roller coasters is Gatekeeper, which has broken seven world records.
Columbus
It’s just over two hours to the state’s capital. Explore Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, while the German Village will transport you – figuratively speaking – to Europe.
Pittsburgh
It takes just over two hours to reach Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in your rental car from Cleveland. Art lovers won’t want to miss the Andy Warhol Museum while they’re in the City of Bridges.
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