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July 31, 2021
Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio

Nick & Luke

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We are so excited for folks to visit Cleveland and Cuyahoga Valley National Park! Check out some of our favorite spots below.

The Cleveland Museum of Art

11150 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 421-7350

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

11400 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 421-8671

Another free museum - right across the street from the wedding hotel.

Cleveland Museum of Natural History

1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 231-4600

Word on the street is this is a great spot for the kiddos.

Cleveland Botanical Garden

11030 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 721-1600

Linger among the gorgeous gardens and greenhouses on a sunny afternoon.

Cleveland Cultural Gardens

10823 Magnolia Drive, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 220-3075

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

11025 Magnolia Drive, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 721-9233

Take a stroll down Magnolia Drive and see where Nick gets to work every day.

L'Albatros

11401 Bellflower Road, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 791-7880

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

2187 Murray Hill Road, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 417-8080

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

7501 Carnegie Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44103
, (216) 282-7287

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)

11444 Uptown Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 229-9402

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

2448 Fairmount Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106
, (216) 229-9463

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

Cleveland, OH 44106

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

Larchmere Boulevard, Shaker Heights, OH 44120

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

Cleveland, OH 44113

Enjoy the river from downtown and check out a variety of bars, breweries, and restaurants.

Edgewater Beach

7600 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Cleveland, OH 44102

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

Cleveland, OH

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

1979 West 25th Street, Cleveland, OH 44113
, (216) 664-3387

A classic Cleveland tourist site (if such a thing exists). Check out the architecture and the vendors!

Tremont

Cleveland, OH

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

Kendall Park Road, Peninsula, OH 44264
, (330) 657-2752

One of the prettiest hikes in the CVNP.

Brandywine Falls

8176 Brandywine Rd, Northfield, OH 44067, OH 44067

Another favorite spot in the park.

The Blue Door Café & Bakery

1970 State Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
, (330) 926-9774

If you're looking for good food (and pastry!) near the park, this is your spot.

Winking Lizard Tavern

1615 Main Street, Peninsula, OH 44264
, (330) 467-1002

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

2482 Fairmount Boulevard, Cleveland Heights, OH 44106
, (216) 231-8585

One of our two favorite Cleveland bakeries.

On The Rise Artisan Breads

3471 Fairmount Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44118
, (216) 320-9923

Our other favorite bakery in Cleveland.

Van Aken Market Hall

3441 Tuttle Road, Shaker Heights, OH 44122
, (216) 491-8800

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

2600 South Park Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44120
, (216) 321-5935

Come up to the Heights for lots of lovely walking in nature, just a quick drive from University Circle and walkable from our house.

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