Things to do in Cleveland
The places in Cleveland that people know best, ranked by readers who live there or have visited. Vote for the ones you would send a friend to, and add the places a top-ten list always misses.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are May to October. In January and February, cold makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Top picks in Cleveland
Started in order of how widely each place is written about, then ranked by your votes. Links go to each place's official website. Tick "I've been" to track your count in your city passport.
Rainy or scorching day? Head indoors: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art, Greater Cleveland Aquarium and The African American Museum in Cleveland.
Parks and sights near Cleveland
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Progressive Field in Cleveland
- Kent State University at Kent 30 miles
- Cleveland State University in Cleveland
- University of Akron Main Campus 31 miles
- Case Western Reserve University 3 miles
- Baldwin Wallace University 13 miles
- Lakeland Community College 19 miles
Places from Wikidata (CC0), linked to each one's official site or Wikipedia article. Check hours and fees before you go.
Readers' picks
No reader picks yet. Add one in the box at the top of the page. Free things, little-known spots and seasonal events are especially welcome.
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Cleveland actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
No favorites yet. Name the taco stand, coffee shop or trail you would defend to anyone.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Cleveland?
Well-known places with their own websites include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art, Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, Cleveland Botanical Garden and Greater Cleveland Aquarium. Readers vote the list up and down and add their own picks.
What can you do in Cleveland on a rainy or very hot day?
Indoor picks include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art, Greater Cleveland Aquarium and The African American Museum in Cleveland.
When is the best time to visit Cleveland?
For comfortable weather, go in May to October, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Cleveland: city profile, weather by month, ask a local.
Starting list from Wikidata (CC0): well-known places in or next to Cleveland that list an official website, ordered by how many Wikipedia language editions cover them, checked by hand to remove closed places and non-attractions. Opening hours and prices change, so check each official site before you go. Reader picks and favorites are read by a person before they appear.