Cleveland, OH

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Cleveland showing a city, a bridge and night scenes
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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland - Airport North
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland - Airport North
2.5 out of 5
4222 W 150th St, Cleveland, OH
The price is $76 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$76
per night
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"GR8 location, clean room, comfortable bed."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2023

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland - Airport North
Holiday Inn Express Cleveland Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Cleveland Downtown, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
629 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
The price is $167 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$167
per night
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Stay at this hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the property condition in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,185 reviews)
"This is an old building, but has a lot of charm. I loved the hardwood floors in the room, as opposed to carpet. It was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The breakfast was great...scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, biscuits, cereal, yogurt, fruit....plenty of options! The only bad thing was the ..."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2023

Holiday Inn Express Cleveland Downtown, an IHG Hotel
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
The price is $155 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$155
per night
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Progressive Field and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff in restaurant were very nice. Food was good. Desk help were not very friendly and all business. Parking ramp was very tight and lots of spot were cones off."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2023

The Westin Cleveland Downtown
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.
FRONTDESK Lofts at 629 Euclid Downtown Cleveland
FRONTDESK Lofts at 629 Euclid Downtown Cleveland
3.5 out of 5
Euclid Avenue 629, Cleveland, OH
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, a TV, and digital TV. Popular attractions Progressive Field and The Corner Alley are located nearby. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (71 reviews)
"Location was perfect but a little hard to find. Parking deck that was suggested was closed but the PNC Parking deck was a great alternative. Room was comfortable."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2023

FRONTDESK Lofts at 629 Euclid Downtown Cleveland
ROOST Cleveland
ROOST Cleveland
4 out of 5
105 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Progressive Field and Horseshoe ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Very nice
"Very nice apartment/hotel. Nicely decorated and very modern. The immediate city view is not the greatest, but still located right next to East 4th where there many great options for eating, drinking, and activities."

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2023

ROOST Cleveland
Willow Grove, Indoor Fireplace + Washer/Dryer
Willow Grove, Indoor Fireplace + Washer/Dryer
Cleveland
Stay at this apartment in Cleveland. Enjoy WiFi, a fitness center, and Netflix. Popular attractions Progressive Field and Wolstein Center are located nearby. ...
Willow Grove, Indoor Fireplace + Washer/Dryer
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 Authority 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
May 31, 2020

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
May 15, 2020

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

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Apr 25, 2020

Expensive

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 16, 2020

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

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Mar 16, 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 15, 2020

We went at a bad time but overall it was fun

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