By Denise Schoonhoven
Things to Do in Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland is a modern city with an industrial heritage. Located on the shores of Lake Erie in northern Ohio, the city offers history, entertainment and educational experiences. Indulge in hours of rock music nostalgia or explore the inner sanctum of a professional football team's home stadium. Immerse yourself in science, then spend an evening laughing with comedians. Bring your camera to capture the memories as you discover these things to do in Cleveland, Ohio.
Rock and Roll
Celebrate the iconic genre of American music. Stroll through exhibits from early days when Chuck Berry and early blues artists influenced the birth of rock and roll. Catch up on current rock music with displays of hot new artists. Listen in to classic rock recordings with the interactive audio displays. Then go up to the third floor where the Hall of Fame inductees are celebrated. The museum offers special exhibits on a rotating basis. Live musical performances take place throughout the year to coordinate with new exhibits and acquisitions. The museum is open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
751 Erieside Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-781-7625
www.rockhall.com
Visit the Cleveland Browns Locker Room
Cleveland loves its professional sports teams. Get in on the ground level when you tour Cleveland Browns Stadium. Your guide will take you through the press box, luxury skybox suites and everyone's favorite -- the locker room. Get a panoramic view of the field, up close and personal, from the stadium's restricted club level. Make reservations at least a week in advance.
Cleveland Browns Stadium
100 Alfred Learner Way
Cleveland, OH 44114
440-824-3361
www.clevelandbrowns.com
Discover Great Lakes Science
Stop by the massive wind turbine as you enter the Great Lakes Science Center grounds. Learn about new wind energy technologies and modern science discoveries through interactive displays. Surround yourself with intense audio and video in the Cleveland Clinic Omnimax theater. Then climb aboard the Steamship William Mather to see the nautical history of a Great Lakes freighter. The science center is located on the shore of Lake Erie and is known for its futuristic architecture.
Great Lakes Science Center
601 Erieside Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-694-2000
www.greatscience.com
Dinner and a Comedy Show
Spend the evening out with a full complement of activities all at one location. Sample a dinner of American Rustic Cuisine, cooked in the open kitchens of the Pickwick and Frolic restaurant. Then step into the Hilarities comedy club for a show and laughter. Or combine dinner and a show at the Frolic cabaret. Visit the martini bar and the champagne bar for libations in a fun-filled atmosphere.
Pickwick and Frolic Restaurant and Club
2035 East 4th St.
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-241-7425
www.pickwickandfrolic.com
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About the Author:
A seasoned business traveler, Denise Schoonhoven specializes in food, travel, landscaping, design and personal development topics. She has lived and worked in London, San Francisco, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and the Pacific Northwest. Schoonhoven hails from the corporate writing world where she authored marketing material, catalogs, presentations and training documents.
Photo Credits:
Courtesy of Lauren Jordan
