Cleveland, OH

Travel Guide

Cleveland showing signage and shopping
Cleveland showing a city, a bridge and night scenes
Great Lakes Science Center which includes interior views
Cleveland Museum of Art which includes a pond, autumn leaves and heritage architecture
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame showing interior views and music

Visit Ohio’s largest city for excellent museums, an expansive network of parks, passionate sporting events and the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.

Cleveland is packed with bars, restaurants, parks and gardens, and has a thriving arts culture. Sport is a major Cleveland attraction, although the poor track record of its teams has earned it the title of “most tortured sports city.”

Cleveland’s hot, humid summers are best spent in the shady parks and gardens, while the cold, snowy winters lend themselves to long days in the museums and galleries.

Start out in the museums of the University Circle and use its free bus to get around. Study paintings by Monet, Degas and others in the Cleveland Art Gallery. See the Cleveland Orchestra at Severance House or stroll around the Cleveland Botanical Gardens. Don’t miss the Cleveland Natural History Museum, which displays one of the oldest human skeletons ever found. Known as Lucy, this Australopithecus afarensis female lived over 3.2 million years ago.

Out of town on the shore of Lake Erie you’ll find the ever-popular Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Here you can see legendary rock and roll artifacts such as Joey Ramone’s leather jacket and Johnny Cash’s guitar. Next door, in the Great Lakes Science Center, learn about the relationship between science, technology and the environment.

Ascend to the observation deck of Terminal Tower for the best views of the city and shop in the adjoining Tower City Mall in Public Square. Here you’ll also find the Old Stone Church, the oldest building in the city center.

If you are a sports fan, cheer on the Cleveland Browns football team, the Cleveland Indians baseball players, or the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team at their home stadiums.

For outdoor fun, visit the city’s park network, better known as the “Emerald Necklace.” Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is situated here, and has one of the biggest collections of primates in North America.

Cleveland’s extensive bus and rail system makes it easy to get around. With an all-day pass you can explore many of Cleveland’s major attractions in just one day.

Where to stay in Cleveland

Terminal Tower which includes railway items and heritage architecture

Downtown Cleveland

4.5/5(2,315 area reviews)

Diverse architecture and subdistricts define this central business area, offering various dining, retail, and entertainment options. Explore Playhouse Square, Public Square, and North Coast Harbor's attractions, with convenient access via the HealthLine and Waterfront Line Rapid stations.

Downtown Cleveland
Greater Cleveland Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

Ohio City

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Historic West Side Market and Ohio City Fresh Food Collaborative offer unique shopping experiences, while craft breweries like Hansa Brewing and Market Garden Brewery quench your thirst. Explore the Transformer Station, St. John's Episcopal Church, and Carnegie West Branch Library.

Ohio City
Greater Cleveland Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life

Cuyahoga Valley

While you're in Cuyahoga Valley, take in top sights like Cuyahoga River and jump on the metro at East 34th-Campus Station to see more of the city.

Cuyahoga Valley
Greater Cleveland Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life

The Flats

A mixed-use industrial and recreational area, The Flats offers kayaking at Rivergate Park and performances at the Music Box. Visit thr Greater Cleveland Aquarium, and enjoy new restaurants and breweries. Move around using the water taxi service.

The Flats
Walker Hash - Two eggs, chorizo sausage, andouille sausage, okra, cheddar cheese and Cajun home fries

Tremont

4/5(1 area review)

Brimming with art galleries and diverse restaurants, this cultural hub attracts tech companies and preserves its historic landscape. Must-see sights include St. Theodosius Russian Orthodox Cathedral and A Christmas Story House.

Tremont
Soldiers and Sailors Monument

Gateway District

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Gateway District. A stop by Progressive Field or Rocket Arena might round out your trip.

Gateway District
The Westin Cleveland Downtown
The Westin Cleveland Downtown
4 out of 5
777 Saint Clair Ave Ne, Cleveland, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$149 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$175 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,434 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay, expected to be able to eat near by. Most places were closed"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

The Westin Cleveland Downtown
Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland
Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland
3 out of 5
15471 Royalton Rd, Strongsville, OH
$69 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
$81 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Strongsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The pool is the best"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland
Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square by IHG
Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1260 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
$107 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$126 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,177 reviews)
"Valet parking only had 1 employee working on a Sunday at check in."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sleek DT Cleveland Apt at City Club
Sleek DT Cleveland Apt at City Club
3 out of 5
776 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and meeting facilities. Popular attractions Progressive Field and Rock and Roll Hall ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Was near everything, super quiet and clean. Loved our stay here!"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Sleek DT Cleveland Apt at City Club
2125 Superior Living
2125 Superior Living
2 out of 5
2125 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH
Stay at this aparthotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Progressive Field are ...
5.4/10 (26 reviews)
"The apartment was wonderful and very reasonably priced. The beds were comfortable. We could not get the TV to work. That was a bit disappointing. We had some trouble getting into the apartment with the codes. The people told us we would get a code 24 hours in advance and they never gave it to me. ..."

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

2125 Superior Living
Barsala At The Monroe Apartments
Barsala At The Monroe Apartments
4 out of 5
1862 East 123rd St, Cleveland, OH
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Progressive Field and Rock ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Barsala At The Monroe Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Getting around Cleveland

You’ll find it easy to get around Cleveland thanks to the city’s well developed public transit network. Free trolleys run back and forth across downtown, while trains and buses serve wide areas of the city. In downtown, you’ll find you can walk between most major attractions. Taxis are available, but you can’t flag them on the street; they must be booked in advance or picked up at a hotel. Visit the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit AuthorityOpens in a new window website.Browse Cleveland rental cars.

Best time to visit

Cleveland’s a popular destination year round, and you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained whenever you visit. Winters get cold, with average January highs of 35 F (2 C), but that doesn’t stop the locals having fun – ice skate on Wade Oval, or go tobogganing at nearby Strongsville. Summer is busy and can be hot and humid, so spring and fall are both great times to visit, when the weather is mild.

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Reviews of Cleveland

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1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

When you think of the 4 points Cleveland Sheraton by the Airport, it's a cheesy, seedy motel, and it's not worth your hard earned money.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I didn't like the location- too cold- wind off the lake...brrr

4/5 - Good

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Expensive

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

After leaving La Quinta and finding a new hotel to stay we really enjoyed our stay in Cleveland

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

There city felt rundown, little street parking available in Cleveland clinic area, bad road organization

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We went at a bad time but overall it was fun

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