Welcome to The Flats! If you're looking for Cleveland’s nightlife and dining scene, we encourage you to step outside and explore The Flats East Bank neighborhood. Located where the Cuyahoga River meets Lake Erie, this area was once the industrial engine of the city, filled with steel mills and shipping docks during the 19th century. After a massive revitalization, it’s the perfect spot to grab a drink, enjoy a meal on a riverside patio, or take a scenic stroll along the 1,200-foot boardwalk. Local Favorites: For Cafes and a Quick Bite: Grab a coffee and a bite from 27 Club Coffee or Cocky's Bagels. For Riverfront Dining: Check out Alley Cat Oyster Bar or Lindey's Lakehouse for great seafood. For Drinks: Visit Punch Bowl Social for bowling and craft cocktails, or try one of the local breweries like Collision Bend Brewing.
Explore a local treasure, The Westside Market. Cleveland's West Side Market is a Cleveland landmark, set in a beautiful historic building constructed in 1912. Home to 70 local vendors, showcasing the taste of Cleveland. Be sure to try some pierogies or a buckeye desert! After your visit, you can explore Ohio City and West 25th Street.
Ohio City, a historic and walkable Cleveland neighborhood founded in 1818, is a premier destination known for the iconic West Side Market, local breweries, and the vibrant Hingetown district. Visitors can explore 19th-century architecture, independent boutiques, and eclectic eateries in this bustling community. Key Attractions & Activities West Side Market: Cleveland’s oldest public market (since 1912) featuring over 100 vendors selling meats, produce, baked goods, and cheese. Mitchell's Ice Cream: Taste the best ice cream Cleveland has to offer! Breweries: The Great Lakes Brewing Company is a pioneering brewery in the area, offering brewery tours and dining. Be sure not to miss Market Garden & NanoBrew! Dining & Drinks: Explore local favorites like Jukebox for pierogies and cocktails, Pioneer Cleveland for wood-fired food, and Edda Coffee Roasters.
Located just west of Downtown, the Edgewater Park boasts 6,000 feet of shoreline and two beaches. The best part about Cleveland is that it is home to the beautiful Lake Erie! Cat and her brothers share the best memories spending every summer at Lake Erie. If you're looking for the best views in the City of Cleveland, or to take a long walk along Lake Erie, visit the beautiful Edgewater Park.
Located in the quaint University Cirle neighborhood, The Cleveland Museum of Art is housed in a hisotrical 1912 stone Beaux-Arts building. The Cleveland Museum of Art is renowned for the quality and breadth of its collection, which includes more than 66,500 artworks and spans 6,000 years of achievement in the arts. You can find beautiful works from Van Gogh, Picasso, Dali, & Renoir right here in Cleveland. The Cleveland Museum of Art is one of Cat's favorite places in Cleveland, and was a source of inspiration for her as an artist. Visitors can enjoy free admission.
Voted one of USA Today's Top 10 Museums, visit The Great Lakes Science Center. Located on the shores of Lake Erie, you can explore hands on exhibits and expriements fun for all ages. This museum is one of Cat's favorites, and inspired her love of science and technology growing up.