Cleveland

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Cleveland
Cleveland
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame featuring interior views and music

Ohio’s largest city is packed with bars, restaurants, parks and gardens, and has a thriving sports and arts culture.

Visit Cleveland, Ohio, for world-class museums, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, passionate sporting events and the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.

A great place to start your stay in Cleveland is at the Cleveland Plus Visitors Center. Here, you can pick up brochures, find out about events and get a little background history. Tourism has become a major source of income for the city, and the surrounding Cuyahoga County welcomes about 15 million people annually. 

Museums play a big part in Cleveland’s popularity. One of the most visited is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which is downtown on the shore of Lake Erie. Check out the permanent collection of iconic rock and roll artifacts, such as Joey Ramone’s Leather Jacket and Johnny Cash’s acoustic guitar, or visit one of the temporary exhibitions. The museum is not-for-profit and aims to educate the world on the significance of rock and roll.

Next door is the Great Lakes Science Center, where you can learn about the relationship between science, technology and the environment. Art aficionados should head to the University Circle area, where the Cleveland Museum of Art houses an extensive French Impressionist collection. Families with younger children might want to visit the hands-on Children’s Museum, also at University Circle, which provides a cultural and educational resource for younger children.

Sport is a major Cleveland attraction, although the poor track record of its teams has earned it the title of “most tortured sports city”. 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, which is also known as the “Emerald Necklace”. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is situated here, and has one of the biggest collections of primates in North America. 

Being a major city, Cleveland welcomes visitors all year round, and indoor types can find enough to keep them busy for days. A bus and rail system services the city, making it simple and relatively cheap to get around.

Where to stay in Cleveland

Terminal Tower which includes railway items and heritage architecture

Downtown Cleveland

4.5/5(204 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

5/5(1 area review)

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

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
The price is CA $175 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
CA $175
CA $206 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
includes taxes & 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! (1,417 reviews)
"I did not quite understand why I needed to swipe my card upon arrival with $100 taken out of my account. No one told me that would happen and I hope it goes back in my account but the view and the staff was amazing. The room was very nice. Just wish someone would have said something about holding ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2025

The Westin Cleveland Downtown
Ramada by Wyndham Cleveland Independence
Ramada by Wyndham Cleveland Independence
3.5 out of 5
5300 Rockside Road, Independence, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $90 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
CA $90
CA $105 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
5.2/10 (680 reviews)
"Good enough to get through the night"

Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Cleveland Independence
Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG
Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG
3.5 out of 5
651 Huron Rd E, Cleveland, OH
Fully refundable
The price is CA $154 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
CA $154
CA $181 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,184 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2025

Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown 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! (59 reviews)
Very Impressed
"The checkin/out process was a little confusing but overall the accommodations were great and the apartment itself was well furnished. Great location to other amenities and would definitely stay here again !"

Reviewed on Jul. 1, 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.

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Reviews of Cleveland

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Top destination
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4 - Good 51%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing city with great sites to visit and beautiful architecture to take in. Rock and roll hall of fame was a blast as was the science Centre. Will be back during the summer to get a different feel and explore some more!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was excellent, but Cleveland is a City that you can EASILY experience in a couple of days, tops.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love visiting Cleveland and looking forward to next year's trip already!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Will be returning again

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love this city. Must sees are the rock and roll hall of fame and get yourself to a Browns football game. Unreal experience!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Cleveland is a beautiful city with lots to do and everything is easy to get to (except for some construction). A lot of old buildings that are well kept.

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