Cleveland

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Cleveland showing night scenes, a city and a bridge
Cleveland
Cleveland
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame which includes music and interior views

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 heritage architecture and railway items

Downtown Cleveland

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few things travelers love about Downtown Cleveland. Sights like Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Huntington Bank Field are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cleveland area at Tower City-Public Square Station.

Downtown Cleveland
Greater Cleveland Aquarium showing 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 showing marine life and interior views

Ohio City

The restaurants and live music make Ohio City worth a stop. Make a stop by West Side Market, and jump on the metro at West 25th-Ohio City Station to get around the area.

Ohio City
Greater Cleveland Aquarium showing interior views and marine life

The Flats

Well-liked for its restaurants and riverfront, The Flats is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica and Cuyahoga River, and jump on the metro at Tower City-Public Square Station to get around the city.

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Tremont

While visiting Tremont, you might make a stop by sights like Christmas Story House and Pilgrim Congregational Church.

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 Rocket Arena or Progressive Field 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
The price is P7,398 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P7,398
P8,693 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
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! (1,483 reviews)
"Nice hotel close to all attractions"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

The Westin Cleveland Downtown
Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
651 Huron Rd E, Cleveland, OH
The price is P7,263 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P7,263
P8,534 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (1,256 reviews)
Great
"Amazing! Front desk staff was fantastic will definitely stay here again if I’m in the area"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG
Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland

Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland

3 out of 5
15471 Royalton Rd, Strongsville, OH
The price is P3,597 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P3,597
P4,227 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & 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! (1,034 reviews)
"Will at the front desk was great. Our original room had issues and he immediately got us a different room to stay in. It’s not the fanciest hotel but great for an overnight. Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland
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! (72 reviews)
Very nice
"Check in process was communicated clearly but is quite involved as you have to deal with lock box combo’s, keys, fobs, parking lot entry cards and you have to drive around the block to get to the parking so it’s best not to check in too late. And please know check in is a 4pm and check out is 10am ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 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 ...
5.8/10 (30 reviews)
"My wife and my stay was good but not great the place in small areas was dirty like the tub and toilet hair in the shower and bed and floor on working WiFi couldn't watch TV all all good."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

2125 Superior Living
Gordon Square Studio ~ 4 Mi to Downtown Cleveland!

Gordon Square Studio ~ 4 Mi to Downtown Cleveland!

3 out of 5
Cleveland
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Cleveland. Enjoy free parking, a marina, and a garden. Popular attractions Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"My daughter and I stayed here 7/21-7/24/2025 for Cheer Nationals. Our hostess was onsite and helpful with any questions or complications we may have had. Even with the hostess having 2 littles & a beautiful German Shepherd on-site, it was relatively quiet. If we are ever in the area again for Nationals, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Gordon Square Studio ~ 4 Mi to Downtown Cleveland!
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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