Best things to do, places to visit, places to stay in Cleveland and more…
Located on the banks of Lake Erie, Cleveland boasts the first indoor shopping mall, The Arcade, in 1890 and the first rapid transit rail line from an airport to downtown in 1968. Cleveland is best known for being home to Case Western University, Cleveland Clinic and the I.M. Pei-designed Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The magnificent art deco Terminal Tower, dedicated in 1930, was the tallest building in North America outside New York City until 1964. Cleveland was the nation’s fifth largest city in 1920, with its population peaking in 1949 to 915,000.
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Presti’s Bakery
little italy bakery and cafe
Italian bakery, deli and cafe with roots dating back to 1903. Spend time to wander around Little Italy.
Mac’s Backs Books
support your local community bookseller
Three floors of new and used books and magazines in charming Cleveland Heights.
Tommy’s Restaurant
vegan and vegertaian friendly
Full menu which appeals to vegans, vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Most everything is made from scratch using healthy ingredients; awards-winning shakes. Located in charming Cleveland Heights.
Phoenix Coffee
local artisan roaster
Building community and coffee culture since before 1994.
Mitchell’s
local premium ice cream
Wholesome and fresh ice cream prepared with the freshest ingredients. Served in cheerful and modern stores in Ohio City and other Cleveland neighborhoods.
Loop Coffee and Records
coffee & music
Inviting cafe to chill and browse the edited music selection in charming Tremont.
Bier Markt
zillions of beers
Belgian beer house with interesting food in the center of Ohio City.
Banyan Tree
happy boutique
Stylish women’s clothing boutique in historic Tremont neighborhood. Selection of locally produced accessories.
Prosperity Social Club
neighborhood perfection
Tavern style menu with pierogies served in comfortable bar with roadhouse atmosphere. Across from Lincoln Park in Tremont. Everyone is friendly and happy.
Farkas Pastry Shoppe
hungarian desserts
Ohio City spot for napoleons, tortes, dobos and lionizers since 1967.
Visible Voice Books
beer, wine & books
Well edited selection of new, used and antiquarian books presented in lovely shop and courtyard in charming Tremont neighborhood. Stay and linger a while.
Greenhouse Tavern
early bird to night owl
Self proclaimed “rustbelt revolution.” Local everything served on bustling 4th Street downtown.
Society Lounge
descend the stairs
Glamourous cocktail lounge that creates a bit of civility in the heart of the downtown 4th Street entertainment district. Superior cocktails galore.
Erie Island Coffee
downtown coffee cafe
Pleasant place to grab a cup of coffee or do some work in the center of bustling 4th Street.
Great Lakes Brewing Company
premier craft brewery
In the 1870’s Cleveland was a hot spot for breweries; in the 1980’s the last one closed. In 1988 a new era in Cleveland brewing began. Ohio City brewhouse and brew pub of the highest quality and standards.
Flying Fig
small eatery
Charming Ohio City cafe serving farm-to-table fare long before it became popular.
Sammy’s Grill
breakfast greasy spoon
Diner hidden within a downtown historic bank building housing a hotel.
West Side Market
unique and historical food shopping experience
Origins dating to 1840, Marketplace was dedicated in 1912 with 137 foot clock tower and magnificent domed hall. One hundred vendors selling all types of meats, poultry, baked goods, produce, candies and most other edible items. Open limited days and hours each week.
Salty Not Sweet
handmade boutique
Everything is handmade with some vintage added at this wonderful Ohio City boutique. All goods are unique to Cleveland.
Tony’s Southside
unassuming elegance
Intimate and elegant Tremont cocktail lounge and restaurant serving Italian cuisine. No website. Serving Friday and Saturday nights.
B.A. Sweetie
candy extravaganza
Largest candy store in the U.S.A. with history dating to 1950.
Rockefeller Building
sullivanesque architecture
John D. Rockefeller erected, 1905 magnificent skyscraper with decorate iron facade. Many agree that it was designed in the spirit of Louis Sullivan.
Residence Inn
hotel in a historic arcade
Marriott all-suite hotel housed in the magnificent Colonial & Euclid Arcade. Perfect downtown location. Browse the arcade and sample the shops and services even if not a hotel guest.
Hyatt Regency @ The Arcade
architecturally magnificent
The 1890-Arcade, designed by John Eisenmann and George Smith, is recognized as the first indoor shopping center in the United States. Romanesque Revival exterior with light-filled atrium is visually stunning. Hyatt Regency occupies several stories of The Arcade, along with shops and services. Spanning Euclid and Superior Avenues in the center of downtown, The Arcade is directly across the street from popular 4th Street restaurant and bars.
Tower City
art deco masterpiece
Prominent mixed-use landmark overlooking Public Square. Interconnected office buildings, casino, two hotels, three rapid transit train lines, shopping and Terminal Tower. The Cleveland Union Terminal was built by the Van Sweringen brothers as a terminal for trains coming into Cleveland similar to NYC’s Grand Central Terminal. The art-deco complex was designed by Graham, Anderson, Probst & White and opened in 1927. The 52-story Terminal Tower was the fourth tallest building in the world when it opened in 1930, surpassed only by three skyscrapers in NYC. The complex originally contained the Higbee Department store and was renamed Tower City in 1991.Visit the Observation Deck if it is open.
Renaissance Hotel
grand hotel
Connected to iconic Tower City and Cleveland’s Rapid Transit trains, The Hotel Cleveland (nowRenaissance) has been Cleveland’s historic and grand hotel since 1915. Request a guestroom with an outside facing view.
Cleveland Museum of Art
museum with an international reputation
Located in University Circle amidst other museums, parks and gardens, the Cleveland Museum of Art is comprised of the original 1913 Beaux-Arts building with extensive renovations, additions and alterations. Lovely lunch spot. Vinoly-designed atrium space is a stunner.” Proud to be one of the world’s most distinguished comprehensive art museums.”
Root Cafe
you will never want to leave
Take an interesting drive west on Detroit Avenue from downtown for a while until you hit bustling Lakewood. Grab a table, feast on vegan food, organic bakery and full espresso bar. Be part of this vibrant community and enjoy art, music and events. Linger from early until late.
Tremont Scoops
ice cream break
Inviting spot to grab a cone or malt in the heart of charming Tremont.
Cleveland Hostel
modern american hostel
Located in the heart of vibrant Ohio City across the Cuyahoga River from downtown, Cleveland Hostel occupies an historic building on bustling 25th Street. Walk to loads of shops, restaurants, bars, cafes and the West Side Market; even the train is across the street. Accommodations feature shared and private rooms, loads of common areas and roof deck with commanding skyline views.