Things To Do
The Cleveland Museum of Art
Our very favorite place in Cleveland - and it's free! A short walk from the wedding hotel. You can also grab a bite at the museum café!
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Another free museum - right across the street from the wedding hotel.
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Word on the street is this is a great spot for the kiddos.
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Linger among the gorgeous gardens and greenhouses on a sunny afternoon.
Cleveland Cultural Gardens
Take a walk from University Circle up through the Cultural Gardens, celebrating the immigrant history of Cleveland, for a pleasant summer stroll. If you walk far enough, you'll reach the Lakefront Nature Preserve - a great spot to check to get a view of the city across the water and do some birding while you're at it!
Mastery School of Hawken
Take a stroll down Magnolia Drive and see where Nick gets to work every day.
L'Albatros
Want a fancy French bite? Check out the gorgeous patio at L'Albatros. Just a five minute walk from the wedding hotel.
Blue Sky Brews
The best coffee spot within walking distance of the wedding hotel. Check out Algebra Tea House just down the street if that's more your style. If you are out and about in the city, we would recommend hitting up a Rising Star (several locations East and West side) - arguably serving up Cleveland's best local brews.
The Cleveland Bagel Company
If you're looking for breakfast, look no further. A short drive from the wedding hotel (it's worth it!).
Mitchell's Ice Cream (Uptown Shop)
The best ice cream in Cleveland, just steps from the wedding hotel. You can also see where it gets made at their main shop in Ohio City.
The Fairmount Cocktail Bar
Looking to grab some patio drinks before the main event? The Fairmount could be your spot. Located up the hill from University Circle in the Cedar-Fairmount neighborhood of Cleveland Heights. Other great spots in this area include Zhug (high-end mezze) and Barrio (tacos!).
Little Italy
Just a few minutes walk from the wedding hotel, find some cannoli, a pizza, or a big bowl of ravioli and relax on a patio or at a sidewalk table.
Larchmere Boulevard
Three great restaurants are on this street, just a short Uber/Lyft from the wedding hotel. Try Batuqui for Brazilian, Hola for tacos, and Felice for tasty New American. You can also check out Loganberry Books and browse until your heart's content.
The Flats
Enjoy the river from downtown and check out a variety of bars, breweries, and restaurants.
Edgewater Beach
Looking to relax and catch some rays before the main event? Head to the beach! You won't regret it. Other good lakeside options are Wendy Park (just east of Edgewater) and Huntington Beach (farther west).
Ohio City
Looking for where the cool kids hang out? This is it. W. 25th is the main drag. There are lots of breweries, including Great Lakes, Market Garden, and Platform) as well as some great restaurants like Le Petit Triangle and Momocho.
West Side Market
A classic Cleveland tourist site (if such a thing exists). Check out the architecture and the vendors!
Tremont
The other cool kids neighborhood. Professor Ave. has some good shops, bars, and restaurants. Visible Voice is our favorite bookshop in town, The Spotted Owl is a great place for a cocktail, and Parallax is our favorite sushi.
Ledges Trail
One of the prettiest hikes in the CVNP.
Brandywine Falls
Another favorite spot in the park.
The Blue Door Café & Bakery
If you're looking for good food (and pastry!) near the park, this is your spot.
Winking Lizard Tavern
Take a break from hiking and grab a drink in Peninsula! This is also a great spot to catch the Towpath (at Lock 29) - a flat path that runs the length of the park (and all the way to Cleveland!).
Luna Bakery & Cafe
One of our two favorite Cleveland bakeries.
On The Rise Artisan Breads
Our other favorite bakery in Cleveland.
Van Aken Market Hall
Looking to grab lunch after coffee and pastries at our place on Sunday? This is a great option nearby with lots of options to choose from.
Nature Center At Shaker Lakes
Come up to the Heights for lots of lovely walking in nature, just a quick drive from University Circle and walkable from our house.