Right along the shores of Lake Erie is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the Midwest. Downtown is where you’ll find sports arenas to catch the big game, the East Side’s University Circle is home to Cleveland’s world-class museums and galleries, while the West Side houses the city’s zoo and aquarium. For weekend getaways and city breaks, there’s no better place than Cleveland.
Visit Cleveland: get started
It’s easy to get lost thinking about things to do in Cleveland. Luckily, we’re here to help with any arts and culture vacations! Start your trip with a visit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to celebrate music history and legendary artists from around the world with immersive exhibits and memorabilia. After, check out the Cleveland Museum of Art for its impressive global collection and striking architecture. If you get hungry, stop by the West Side Market for local flavours or international food stalls. Finally, for some time in the great outdoors, enjoy a stroll along Edgewater Park at the Lake Erie Waterfront, or wander the Cleveland Botanical Garden.
Cleveland travel guide
Destination facts
Language
English
When to visit
We recommend planning your trip between April and May or September and October for mild weather. Winter can be a great time to travel thanks to lower prices and the wide range of indoor activities.
What to bring back
Music memorabilia from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, local beers or chocolates (Buckeyes from Malley’s), kolaczki cookies and those classic leg lamps you might’ve seen on the big screen.
What to eat
Local classics like fried perch or walleye, corned beef sandwiches and Polish Boys (kielbasa topped with fries, barbecue sauce and slaw) as well as Eastern European dishes like pierogies and chicken paprikash.
Fun fact
The Cleveland Public Library houses the world’s largest chess collection, featuring unique chess sets, manuscripts and scorecards from chess legends like Bobby Fischer.
Important info
For more information on all necessary documents for travel to Cleveland from Canada including visa, taxes and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
