Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland DJ Alan Freed coined the term 'rock and
roll' in the early 1950s. Partly for this reason, Cleveland won the
fiercely contested honour of become home to the Rock and Roll Hall
of Fame and Museum.
Designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei, it is meant
to be seen as an echo of the energy of rock and roll. The glass and
porcelain pyramid-shaped structure is a celebration of the American
institution of rock music in honour of those who have had an
influential role on modern music.
There is a permanent collection drawing from the most
impressive and iconic rock and roll artefacts, as well as a
wide-ranging roster of ongoing and temporary exhibits. The Rock and
Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is dedicated to exploring the past,
present, and future of the music.
The Museum augments its own massive collection of
thousands of artefacts with items on loan from artists and
collectors from around the world. It includes exhibits dedicated to
the museum's choice of all-time top artists, including Elvis
Presley, the Beatles, U2 and the Rolling Stones.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum gets
particularly crowded on weekends and advance booking is required,
especially during the inductions of new artists.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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Great Lakes Science Center
The Great Lakes Science Center is one of the largest science
museums in the country. Located on the lakefront, its glass façade
makes it a perfect match to the adjacent glass pyramid-shaped
structure of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It has 375 exciting
interactive exhibits, explaining subjects such as planet earth,
meteorology, sports, music, environment, and technology through
hands-on examples. It also contains the region's only OMNIMAX
Theatre. The attraction is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas
Day.
Great Lakes Science Center
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Cedar Point Amusement Park
Cedar Point Amusement Park, located in Sandusky Ohio just
outside of Cleveland, is a paradise for rollercoaster lovers. Named
'Best Amusement Park in the World' many times over, it is the only
park to have four rollercoasters taller than 200 feet (61m). It is
the only amusement park of its size within hundreds of miles. If
those are too high, there are 13 others to choose from, along with
dozens of other rides and attractions for all ages. Cedar Point
also boasts an indoor and outdoor waterpark.
Cedar Point Amusement Park
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Progressive Field
Though synonymous with the notorious Cleveland sports curse that
saw none of the city's professional teams win a championship for 52
years, Progressive Field is a must stop for anyone who wants to
appreciate this sports-crazy destination. Home to the Cleveland
Indians baseball team, this beautiful outdoor stadium in downtown
Cleveland was voted the best major league ballpark by Sports
Illustrated. Catching an Indians game is a great way to spend a
warm summer evening in Cleveland, and true fanatics can take a tour
of the stadium between May and September.
Progressive Field
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The weather in Cleveland follows the Midwest seasonal pattern,
but is modified quite strongly by Lake Erie, which counters the
worst of the summer heat waves and makes for a milder winter season
than in other northern cities. Summers (June to August) are warm
and humid, with average temperatures between 60°F (16°C) and 82°F
(28°C). Winters (December to January) are cold and snowy, averaging
between 21°F (-6°C) and 38°F (3°C). Rainfall in Cleveland is
moderate and constant through the year.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Location: The airport is situated 13 miles (21km) southwest of
Cleveland.
Time: GMT -5 (GMT -4 from mid-March to the first Sunday
in November).
Getting to the city:
Taxis, shuttles, and limos operate at the airport. The RTA
provides a regular train service between the airport and downtown
Cleveland via the Tower City Station.
It departs every 15 minutes and takes less than 30 minutes. The
train station is on the lower level of the main terminal, while
hotel shuttles can be called from the hotel courtesy phones in the
baggage claim area. Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft are
also available.
Car Rental:
Car rental companies include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Dollar,
Enterprise, Thrifty, and National. The consolidated car rental
facility can be reached by a shuttle bus, which departs from the
door across from baggage claim 7.
Airport Taxis:
Taxis are available outside the baggage claim level of the
airport. Flat rates based on distance are charged.
Facilities:
Facilities include ATMs and currency exchange, restaurants,
bars, lounges, an interfaith centre, child facilities, mail
services, shops, and tourist information.
Parking
Short and long-term parking is available.
Taste of Summer
For the past 10 years, the city of Cleveland has celebrated its
cultural and ethnic diversity with an annual culinary fest par
excellence. The city's top chefs step out of their kitchens to
compete for the 'Best of the Fest' award.
Food enthusiasts can eat their fill from a selection of diverse
options from seafood to sauerkraut or Irish stew. To help keep
things on the boil, the festival also features ongoing
entertainment, a beer garden, and sports lounge.
Venue:
Time-Warner Cable Amphitheater
Steamed oysters
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Cleveland's Irish Cultural Festival
The three-day Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival celebrates all
things Irish, with a variety of world-class music, dancing,
theatre, children's activities, shopping, art, and historical
exhibits. Many Irish travelled across the Atlantic to make a new
home for themselves in the United States and this festival focuses
on the preservation of that link.
Venue:
Berea Fairgrounds
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The layout of the city is an easily navigable grid pattern,
meaning that hiring a car will be a simple way to get around
Cleveland. The city is served by the Regional Transit Authority
(RTA), a bus and rail system that offers good service around the
city, although coverage in outlying areas is sparse.
Tourists will want to take advantage of the Bus Rapid Transit's
HealthLine, which runs along Euclid Avenue and connects many of
Cleveland's popular tourist attractions. Taxis are expensive and
must be booked in advance by phone. Ride-hailing apps are also
available.
Cleveland is a huge city with plenty to see and do. Most
tourists spend their time in the downtown area, which is home to
top attractions like the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Progressive
Field, the Greater Cleveland Aquarium, and Jack Cleveland
Casino.
Terminal Tower, the centre point of the Tower City Center, has
an observation deck that allows panoramic views of the city. For
art galleries and museums, Cleveland's East Side is home to the
Cleveland Museum of Art, the Western Reserve Historical Society,
The Children's Museum, and the Cleveland Natural History
Museum.
The East Side is also home to the Cleveland Botanical Garden,
while the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is located on the West Side.
Families in Cleveland will not want to pass up the chance to visit
Cedar Point Amusement Park, among the largest in the country and
located just an hour outside of the city.