Cleveland Places of Interest
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
A provocative, landmark shape on the city skyline, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is one of Cleveland's most visited attractions. Located on Lake Erie's beautiful North Coast Harbor, this musical mecca features a stunning pyramid and tower designed by renowned architect, I.M. Pei. After a long battle between Cleveland and Memphis for building rights, Cleveland became the victor. After all, it was Cleveland's disc jockey, Alan Freed, who is credited with first promoting the new genre called "rock and roll," and it is Cleveland that was the location of the first rock and roll concert. In 1995, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony including notables such as Yoko Ono and Little Richard.
The museum's seven floors are interspersed with the histories of the Hall of Fame's ninety-seven inductees, as well as the stories of the artists, producers and early influencers of rock and roll. The permanent collection includes memorabilia such as posters, costumes, guitars and other musical instruments. It also includes an exhibit entitled "500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll" which showcases the most influential tunes in rock and roll history. The museum's visiting exhibits have showcased superstars such as Elvis Presley, John Lennon, Bob Dylan, U2 and the Supremes.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is open daily, except for Christmas and Thanksgiving from 10:00 am - 5:30 pm. Wednesday hours are 10:00 am - 9:00 pm. Admission is $22.00 for adults, $18.00 for Cleveland area residents, $17.00 for Seniors (65 and over), and $13.00 for children 9-12. Admission is free for children 9-12 who accompany a paid adult. For more information: 216-781-7625
Playhouse Square Theater District
Cleveland's acclaimed theater district is home to Shakespeare, dramas, modern dance, opera, comedy, ballet, symphony, the latest Broadway shows and more. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Playhouse Square is a remarkable triumph of historic preservation over the wrecking ball. Civic leaders have hailed "the saving of Playhouse Square" as the greatest success in Cleveland history.
The history of Playhouse Square began right after World War I when five spectacular theaters were built and opened in less than two years along one stretch of downtown's Euclid Avenue. Originally venues for legitimate theater, vaudeville and movies, the Allen, Ohio, State and Palace theaters closed in the 1960s, falling victim to the national decline of downtown areas due to the flight of city dwellers to the new suburbs. Twenty years later, the Hanna Theater closed. Of those original five theaters, four are now completely restored and the fifth, Hanna Theater, will re-open in the Fall of 2008.
The completed renovation of the Hanna Theater will be the finishing touch on Playhouse Square's astonishing reincarnation. After twenty-seven years and a cost of over $75 million, the landmark theater district will be the country's single largest theater restoration project. Playhouse Square now draws one million visitors and generates an estimated $46 million annually as a major force in the ongoing revitalization of downtown Cleveland. Providing an astonishing total of 10,000 seats, Playhouse Square is second in size only to
New York City
New York City.
For more information: 216-771-4444
Allen Theater
With a 3,000-seat capacity, the nationally acclaimed Allen Theater at Playhouse Square is Cleveland's premier performance space for big, lavish productions. Built in 1921 as a movie theater, the magnificent Renaissance Revival architecture features tall, slender columns topped with elaborately detailed pilasters, intricate wood carvings, chandeliers, and ceilings. Recent shows have included a one-woman show by Broadway and movie star, Bernadette Peters.
For more information: 216-241-6000
State Theater
Theater goers marvel at the spectacle of the beautifully renovated State Theater, the historic 1921 flagship of Loew's Ohio Theaters groups. Originally intended for vaudeville and movies, the dazzling Italian Renaissance-style theater is home to the internationally acclaimed Cleveland Orchestra and the Cleveland Ballet. It regularly hosts Broadway musicals and international headliners. Recent productions have included the blockbuster Broadway musical, Wicked, winner of three Tony awards and one Grammy; and Jersey Boys, a runaway hit featuring the life and music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
The historic State Theater shares a long lobby area with the Ohio Theater and was built by the same architect, Thomas W. Lamb. An historic highlight of the theater's opulent lobby is a series of four, original murals by James Daugherty entitled, The Spirit of Pageantry-Africa, The Spirit of Drama-Europe, The Spirit of Cinema-America, and The Spirit of Fantasy-Asia. For more information: 216-771-8403
Ohio Theater
Opened in 1921, the Ohio Theater was originally designed as a legitimate theater house with an 1800-seat capacity. Recent shows included "Defending the Caveman," a-one man comedy and "Gospel Choir Showcase," with stirring performances from Cleveland's talented gospel choirs.
For more information: 216-771-4444
Palace Theater
True to its name, the 1922 French Renaissance vaudeville theater is palatial in style and size. With a seating capacity of 2,867, the Palace hosts a variety of performances, including musicals and concerts. Recently audiences enjoyed the hypnotic Celtic music of the Chieftains, Ireland's premier musical ambassadors and The Color Purple, a soul-stirring musical presented by Oprah Winfrey.
For more information: 216-771-4444
Hanna Theater
Opened in 1921 as a venue for legitimate theater, the 1400-seat performance hall featured a Pompeian-style décor. Currently, the beloved theater is making history again as the last of Playhouse Square's five historic theaters to undergo extensive renovation inside and out. The new Hanna combines historic preservation with a unique, cutting-edge approach to create a completely different kind of theater experience. As a result, seating for 550 has been created in the same space that once held 1400 seats. Audiences will choose from six styles of seating - bar, lounge, banquette, club, private box and regular theater seating. The re-designed theater is the new home for Cleveland's acclaimed Great Lakes Theater Festival, a launching pad for megastars such as Tom Hanks. Recent offerings have included the hilarious farce, Arsenic and Old Lace, and Shakespeare's erotic thriller, Measure for Measure.
For more information: 216-771-4444
University Circle
University Circle on Cleveland's East Side is one of the nation's most well-developed cultural centers with many acclaimed institutions within walking distance, such as The Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, the spectacular Cleveland Botanical Garden, and historic Severance Hall, home of the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra. Other University Circle residents include the Cleveland Institute of Music, Case Western Reserve University, a major research institution, and three of the country's best hospitals, Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals of Cleveland. University Circle has a thriving nightlife, too, with a variety of bars, nightclubs, cafes and restaurants.
For more information: 216-791-3900
Cleveland Museum of Art
Located in University Circle, Cleveland's cultural center, the Cleveland Museum of Art has a world-renowned collection of over 40,000 works of art spanning 6,000 years from ancient masterpieces to contemporary and modern works of art. Known for its collections of medieval Asian, European and pre-Columbian art, the museum also showcases the works of Picasso, Van Gogh, Monet and Michelangelo.
The museum is currently undergoing a $258-million renovation and expansion project that will add 200,000 square feet of exhibition and facilities space. The museum's magnificent 1916 beaux-arts and 1971 Marcel Breuer buildings are being completely restored and a central, glass-enclosed piazza will be added. With renovation and expansion due to be completed in 2011, the museum will open select galleries beginning in June, 2008. Meanwhile, special exhibitions and events continue uninterrupted.
Admission is always free to this internationally acclaimed museum. However, there are often additional fees associated with special exhibitions. Currently the museum is hosting a special exhibition, Arms and Armor from Imperial Austria, Admission is $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for seniors and students. Cleveland Museum of Art is open Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm. The museum is closed Mondays. For more information: 216-421-7340
Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Completed in 1852, historic St. John's Cathedral in Downtown Cleveland is a magnificent example of the French or ornamental Gothic Style with imposing towers, lofty spires and stained glass windows. Inside, black walnut furnishings enhance the sanctuary. As the Bishop's Church, the Cathedral is the "Mother Church" for over 800,000 Catholics in the Diocese of Cleveland and has served the community for over 150 years. Today the Cathedral is in the middle of a revitalized theater district, sports complex and progressive commercial district.
For more information: 216-771-6666
Cleveland Entertainment
Cedar Point Amusement Park
Located on a sandy beach on Lake Erie, Cedar Point Amusement Park is the second oldest amusement park in the United States and has been voted "the Best Amusement Park in the United States" for ten years in a row. With 17 roller coasters, the park proudly boasts the most roller coasters of any park in the world, ranging from the venerable, wooden Blue Streak to the 420-ft.-tall Top Thrill Dragster.
The park is open daily between early May and Labor Day. After Labor Day, the park is open Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays through the end of October. Admission is $42.95 for adults and $15.95 for children under 48" tall and seniors over 62 years old. Admission is free for children 2 and under. Discounts are offered for active and retired military personnel and groups of 15 or more. Season and multi-day passes are also available. For more information: 419-627-2301
Avenue at Tower City Center
A shopper's downtown paradise, the Avenue at Tower City Center is an urban mall that offers over 100 specialty shops and boutiques, six full-service restaurants and an eleven-screen cineplex. The shopping mall's setting is elegant, with a glass dome ceiling, marble staircases and brass storefronts. It is connected by walkways to the luxurious Renaissance Cleveland and Crowne Plaza hotels, Progressive Field and Quicken Loans Arena. Tower City Center also includes the landmark 52-story Terminal Tower, a familiar part of the Cleveland skyline. Built in 1930, Terminal Tower was the second tallest building in the world (after the Empire State Building) until 1967. It is the main hub of Cleveland's three rapid transit lines.
Tower City Center is open Monday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm and Sunday, Noon - 6:00 pm. For more information: 216-623-4750
Gateway Sports & Entertainment Complex
A driving force in the revitalization of Downtown Cleveland, the Gateway Sports & Entertainment Complex is the new 28-acre home for the city's professional baseball and basketball teams. The NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers' home court is the Quicken Loans Arena, with seating for 20,500. The Lake Erie Monsters, an NHL minor league team, and the Cleveland Gladiators also play at the Arena. The American League's Cleveland Indians play next door at Progressive Field, formerly Jacobs Field. Seating capacity is 43,345. Both professional sports arenas provide fans with state-of-the-art facilities that pack the house every game.
The Cleveland Orchestra
The highly acclaimed Cleveland Orchestra is one of the finest on the world stage; and, its spectacular downtown venue is equally famous. Opened in 1931, Severance Hall has been hailed as one of the world's most beautiful concert halls. Its stately exterior is Georgian and Neoclassical; while its Grand Foyer reflects Egyptian Revival. The magnificent concert hall highlights Art Deco, French Nouveau and Modern. Over the years, the building has gone through major expansions and renovations. The new, state-of-the-art sound system is praised by music critics and audiences.
During July and August, the Cleveland Orchestra performs its popular Blossom Festival concert series at its summer home in Cuyahoga Valley National Park located twenty-five miles from Cleveland. Audiences can sit in seats under the pavilion or recline on blankets on the grassy slopes outside. For more information: 800-686-1141
Cleveland Restaurants
Lola Bistro & Wine Bar
Make reservations in advance for this friendly and sophisticated downtown eatery put on the map by Lola's chef extraordinaire and native son Michael Symon. Food & Wine Magazine voted Symon one of the "Ten Best Chefs in America," and his loyal patronage agrees. He describes his inventive menu as "urban comfort food" with popular choices such as smoked-lobster salad with red pepper and papaya or smoked Bershire pork chops. Desserts are delectable, and the 400-selection wine list is superb. Warm and personable, Chef Symon visits every table to make sure his guests are happy. Lola's is located in the historic Tremont neighborhood, a vibrant nightlife district with art galleries, boutiques, landmark buildings and stately churches.
Lola Bistro & Wine Bar is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 am - 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Weekend hours are as follows: Friday, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm; Saturday, 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm. For more information: 216-621-5652
Mallorca Restaurant
Diners immerse themselves in the authentic Spanish atmosphere of Mallorca Restaurant, located in Cleveland's Warehouse District. Friendly and attentive tuxedoed waiters from Spain, Portugal and Brazil serve oversized portions of steaming, aromatic dishes to newcomers and loyal old timers. One of twenty-five entrees, Mallorca's signature dish, Paella Valenciana, overflows with lobster, clams, shrimp, scallops, chorizo sausage, chicken, mussels, clams and saffron rice. A world-class wine list is the perfect complement to every meal. Mallorca Restaurant is well known for its award-winning service.
Mallorca Restaurant is open Monday through Thursday for Lunch from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm and Dinner from 3:00 pm - 10:30 pm. Weekend hours: The restaurant is open Friday and Saturday for Lunch from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm and Dinner from 3:00 - 11:30 pm. Sunday hours for Dinner are 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm. For more information: 216-687-9494
Blue Pointe Grill
Voted Cleveland's "Best Seafood Restaurant" every year since it opened, the Blue Point Grill provides the freshest seafood in an elegant atmosphere of white tablecloths, stunning décor, glittering chandeliers and dark, rich woods. Situated in the Historic Warehouse District, the restaurant offers scenic downtown views and is within walking distance of many daytime and nighttime attractions. In addition to its special oyster menu, Blue Pointe Grill's delectable selection of entrees includes wild salmon, stuffed trout and herb-crusted walleye. The restaurant's signature entree is Seafood Tower, a mouthwatering combination of Alaskan King Crab legs, Blue Point oysters, shrimp cocktail, crab claws and lobster salad.
Blue Point Grill is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 am - 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm; Friday, 11:30 am - 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm; Weekend hours are as follows: Saturday, 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm; Sunday, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm. For more information: 216-875-7827
Don's Pomeroy House
Legend has it that almost half of the couples in Southside Cleveland have become engaged during dinner at Don's Pomeroy House. Set amidst the history and charm of a beautifully restored mid-19th century mansion, the popular restaurant offers a full selection of expertly prepared fresh seafood, steaks, and chops. The innovative menu includes appetizers such as fresh ahi tuna and voodoo shrimp and main entrees such as George's Bank scallops, New Zealand rack of lamb and Chilean sea bass.
Don's Pomeroy House is open Monday - Friday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm until closing. Weekend hours are Saturday from 5:00 pm until closing and Sunday from 4:00 pm until closing. For more information: 440-572-1111
Cleveland Nightlife
Warehouse District
After the Warehouse District was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1982, the area experienced a dramatic revitalization. It is now one of the hottest entertainment and shopping areas in the city. Historic buildings and warehouses are now home to an eclectic mix of restaurants, galleries, specialty shops, businesses, nightclubs and residential lofts. The Blue Point Grill and Mallorca Restaurant are just two of the great dining experiences in the district. The Renaissance Cleveland Hotel and the Marriott Downtown are located here, too. Cafes, bars and clubs abound, from Velvet Dog, a premier dance club, complete with a rooftop patio and downtown views, to Spy Bar, a chic, upscale night club with four-star service and the finest DJ's from around the world.
Pickwick and Frolic Restaurant and Club
In the heart of Cleveland's Historic Gateway Neighborhood, delightful Pickwick and Frolic consists of a critically acclaimed restaurant, a delightful cabaret, a stand-up comedy club and a specialty martini bar. Praised by food critics and patrons, the restaurant's American Rustic cuisine features tantalizing wood-fired entrees fresh off the grills and rotisseries from their open hearth kitchen. Selections include Mixed Grilled Sausage Fettuccini and Chipotle Chicken and Shrimp Pasta. Separate from the main restaurant, guests can enjoy dinner and a stage show at the intimate Frolic Cabaret, followed by non-stop laughs at Hilarities comedy club next door.
Pickwick and Frolic Restaurant serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm daily and dinner from 4:00 pm until closing. Weekend hours are as follows: Saturday from 4:00 pm until closing; Sunday Brunch from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm and dinner from 4:00 pm until closing. For more information: 216-241-7425
Great Lakes Brewing Company
In the historic Ohio City neighborhood, once the heart of Cleveland's brewing industry, Great Lakes Brewing Company has become Ohio's most celebrated and award-winning micro-brewer of all-natural lagers and ales. Located in 19th-century buildings, the acclaimed microbrewer's Brewpub is drenched in history and legend. Its Tiger Mahogany bar is the oldest bar in the city, and there are bullet holes said to have come from the gun of Prohibition agent Eliot Ness. Patrons can enjoy the extensive selection of premium beers at the Brewpub, the downstairs Beer Cellar, and the outdoor Beer Garden. Banquet facilities are also available.
The Brewpub is open Monday - Thursday from 11:30 am - Midnight. Weekend hours are Friday - Saturday from 11:30 am - 1:00 am. For more information: 216-771-4404
House of Blues
This popular music club came to downtown Cleveland in 2004 and books some the best musical acts around from old favorites to up and coming artists. Multiple stages feature rock, alternative, rap, country, gospel, folk and jazz. You can count on live music almost every night of the year. Recent concerts included the Irish Rock music of the Green 17 Tour 2008 and country singer Miranda Lambert.
Open daily for lunch and dinner, the House of Blues restaurant has tasty Creole cuisine with favorites such as the "Blues Burger," New Orleans-style gumbo and Tennessee-style baby back pork ribs. The Gospel Brunch, offered Sundays at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm, features a terrific soul-food menu and live gospel music. For more information: 216-523-2583
Flats Entertainment District
The east and west banks of the Cuyahoga River were once the industrial center of Cleveland. Today the old business center has transformed into pure pleasure as the Flats Entertainment District. Walking along the boardwalk, visitors enjoy striking waterfront views of the Cleveland skyline. Popular attractions include the Improv Comedy Club and Restaurant with headliners such as Robert Schimmel and Eddie Griffin.
Family Activities in Cleveland
Great Lakes Science Center
A stimulating family experience, The Great Lakes Science Center features 400 exhibits, an Omnimax® Theater and a museum store filled with great brain twisters for scientists of all ages. Located on Lake Erie, between the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Cleveland Browns stadium, the science center has many exhibits that explore the Great Lakes region and its importance to the health of the earth and economy of the region. Visitors can see a tornado twist and twirl and actually touch it at the Indoor Tornado exhibit. Future pilots can take the controls and fly a blimp around an exhibit area. Then families can watch a bigger-than-life movie on the six-story-tall Omnimax® screen.
For non-members, admission to all exhibits is $9.50 for adults, $8.50 for seniors 65 and over, $7.50 for children ages 3-17, and $8.50 for military. Admission to Omnimax® is $9.50 for adults, $8.50 for seniors 65 and over, $7.50 for children ages 3-17, and $8.50 for military. Combined admission to all exhibits and Omnimax® is $14.95 for adults, $11.95 for seniors 65 and over, $9.95 for children ages 3-17, and $11.95 for military.
The Great Lakes Science Center is open daily from 9:30 am - 5:30 pm, and is closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. For more information: 216-621-2400
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
A nationally acclaimed zoo and botanical garden, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is home to 3,000 animals that represent more than 600 species and demonstrates the relationship between plants, animals and humans. The 165-acre zoo is recognized for having the largest collection of primate species in North America. A very active and respected participant in breeding and conservation efforts, the zoo has enjoyed major successes recently such as the birth of a male red panda cub, a female black rhino calf and a black howler monkey. Popular attractions are the Children's Farm and the Rainforest exhibit.
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is open daily from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. From Memorial Day through Labor Day and on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, the Zoo and the Rainforest remain open until 7:00 pm. From November 1st - March 13th, admission is $7.00 for Adults (12 & older) and $5.00 for Children (2-11). From March 14th - October 31st, admission is $10.00 for Adults (12 & older) and $6.00 for Children (2-11). Admission is free for children under two years old. For more information: 216-661-6500
Cleveland Play House
Established in 1915, the Cleveland Play House was America's first professional theater company and the country's oldest regional theater. It now performs in its sparkling, new four-theater complex in downtown's Playhouse Square. Every season, the acclaimed theater company produces high-caliber comedies, dramas and musicals, as well as several children's plays. Recent children's productions have included Tuck Everlasting, for grades 3-7 and the Emperor's Groovy New Clothes for kindergarten through third grade audiences. Ticket prices are $15.00 for children and $20.00 for adults.
For more information: 216-795-7000
Recreation and Outdoors in Cleveland
Ohio and Erie Canal Reservation
Part of the scenic 400-mile Ohio & Erie Canalway, this reservation is one of Cleveland's newest city parks. Winding through the villages of Cuyahoga Heights and Valley View, the park follows the canal past artifacts of industries that once grew along its banks. Visitors enjoy hiking and biking on the many miles of trails and learning about the area through unique, natural and cultural interpretive graphics. Abundant wildlife can be seen from observation decks and viewing areas, such as red-tailed hawks, great blue heron, beavers, deer, orioles and yellow warblers. Exhibits at the CanalWay Visitors Center tell fascinating stories of Cleveland's immigrants, industry and natural resources.
The Ohio and Erie Canal Reservation is free. It is open to the public from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm daily. CanalWay Visitors Center hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. For more information: 216-206-1000
Cleveland Botanical Gardens
An Eden in the heart of University Circle, Cleveland Botanical Gardens has become a national leader in urban horticulture, therapy horticulture and environmental education. Here, visitors can step into the Glass House, a stunning crystal-peaked conservatory, and experience the contrasting environments of the lush cloud forest of Costa Rica and the dry heat of Madagascar's spiny desert. Strolling through the many outdoor gardens, visitors can enjoy the serenity of a traditional Japanese Garden with over fifty varieties of blooms, colorful perennials and annuals, in addition to woodlands. Other special gardens include a Restorative Garden, designed by leading therapeutic designers, and the wonderful Children's Garden, complete with a tree house, cave, dwarf forests and a fragrant herb garden.
Cleveland Botanical Gardens' summer hours, from April 1 - October 31, are Monday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm and Sunday, Noon - 5:00 pm. The gardens are open until 9:00 pm Wednesdays (Hershey Children's Garden closes at dusk.). Winter hours, from November 1 - March 31, are Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm and Sunday, Noon - 5:00 pm. The gardens are open until 9:00 pm Wednesdays. The Gardens are closed Mondays. Hershey Children's Garden closes for the winter on November 1. The Gardens are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Admission is $7.50 for adults ($5.00 after 5:00 pm on Wednesday), $3.00 for children, ages 3-12, and free for children under 3. On Tuesdays, admission is $5.50 for seniors, ages 60 and over. Groups of 15 or more pay $5.50 per person. For more information: 216-721-1600
Westside Market
Cleveland's historic, 1912 West Side Market provides an exciting visual and sensory experience for visitors. Within the graceful Neo-Classical and Byzantine-style buildings, stands overflow with premium fresh fruits, vegetables, grains and fresh flowers. Meat, poultry, dairy and baked goods vendors display their wares too. Outside you'll find dozens of vendors with fresh, seasonal produce.
The market is a showcase of the ethnic cuisines of Cleveland's varied population. Shops such as Honsa Market, a German emporium, and Athens Market, a Greek grocery, are always busy. There are many restaurants in the vibrant West Side Market neighborhood, including the award-winning Great Lakes Brewery and Restaurant and the Flying Fig, a small eatery and bar with great martinis, scrumptious appetizers and mouth-watering entrees.
The West Side Market is open Monday and Wednesday from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Friday and Saturday from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. For more information: 216-664-3387
Cleveland Tours
The Goodtime III
Cleveland's largest sightseeing vessel, the Goodtime III, is the biggest quadruple-deck, 1,000-passenger luxury ship on the Great Lakes. From quick lunch cruises and happy-hour cruises to five-hour Dinner/Dance Cruises, it's easy to select the perfect day or evening cruise to enjoy the sights of the Cleveland waterfront, Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River. The ship's captain will point out interesting sights along the way and reveal little-known historical facts about this Great Lakes port.
Fares range from $12.50 per adult for a two-hour Happy Hour Cruise to $48.95 per adult for a five-hour Dinner/Dance Cruise. The Goodtime III is also available for meetings, corporate events, weddings and other private functions. For more information: 216-861-5110
Cleveland Tours
Cruise Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River, and enjoy breathtaking views of Cleveland's dramatic skyline, historic bridges, shoreline sights and river activities on Cleveland Tours' beautiful sightseeing boats. Cleveland Tours offers a two-hour Lunch Cruise, a 2-1/2-hour Sunday Brunch Cruise and a spectacular three-hour Sunset Dinner Cruise. All cruises include wonderful cuisine and live entertainment.
Fares are as follows: Lunch Cruises are $35.95 for adults and $17.95 for children 3-11. Sunday Brunch Cruises are $45.95 for adults and $20.95 for children 3-11. Dinner Cruises are $62.95 for adults and $29.95 for children 3-11. Specialty tours are available for groups of 25 or more. For more information: 866-383-4579
Trolley Tours of Cleveland
Hop aboard Lolly the Trolley for a fact and fun-filled tour of Cleveland's favorite spots by City Sightseeing Tours. One-hour and two-hour narrated tours include Cleveland's North Coast Harbor featuring the world-famous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum and the Great Lakes Science Center; Downtown Cleveland; the Historic Warehouse District and The Flats district on the river; restored Victorian homes of the Ohio City neighborhood; West Side Market, the world's largest indoor/outdoor food and produce market; Playhouse Square, the nation's largest theater restoration project and performing arts center; and University Circle, Cleveland's cultural, educational and medical center.
All tours depart from the West Bank of the Cleveland Flats. City Sightseeing Tours operates from Memorial Day until Labor Day. Fares for the one-hour tour are $11.00 for adults, $10.00 for seniors (60+), and $8.00 for children (17 and under). Fares for the two-hour tour are $17.00 for adults, $16.00 for seniors (60+), and $12.00 for children (17 and under). For more information: 800-848-0173
