The largest city situated on Lake Erie is the City of Cleveland. Cleveland, Ohio is home to to several major cultural institutions including the Cleveland Orchestra and Playhouse Square, the second largest performing arts center behind New York City’s Lincoln Center. The city is also home to the I. M. Pei designed Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In Cleveland, there is no end to world class experiences, football and beer, and polka and kielbasa.
The Small List
Best Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton – The Ritz-Carlton redefines the luxury hotel experience in Cleveland. Comfort and exclusivity are the hallmarks of The Ritz-Carlton. Hard to miss in the area is the beauty of Lake Erie, the talent at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, and the city’s collective sports mania.
Best Restaurant
Sara’s Place Restaurant – Sara’s Place is a dining experience like no other. The quaint eatery and upscale restaurant is located in the wooded community of Gates Mills, just 30 minutes outside of downtown Cleveland. Dave and Mary Gromelski named their restaurant after their daughter Sara. The service is impeccable and the creative menu offers outstanding Italian and American comfort food.
Things to Do
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum – Long Live Rock! Get up close and view the personal exhibits of musical artists and their rock and roll artifacts. Relics like Michael Jackson’s white sequined glove, Jim Morrison’s boy scout uniform, and Elvis’ motorcycle are on display. Above all, experience the groundbreaking exhibition of The Beatles: Get Back to Let it Be. Be transported back in time to 1969 with footage from recording sessions and the legendary Apple Corps rooftop concert, the band’s final live performance.
The Cleveland Orchestra – 100+ brilliant musicians make up the world renowned Cleveland Orchestra. The members perform together year round in the United States and around the world. Each new season of live concerts proves to be thrilling and full of excitement. Regarded by many music lovers as one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls, Severance opened in 1931 as the home of The Cleveland Orchestra. Above all, enjoy memorable performances of rediscovered gems and beloved masterpieces.
West Side Market – The West Side Market is Cleveland’s oldest publicly owned market. This historical tradition is home to over 100 vendors offering everything from fine meats and vegetables to fresh seafood, baked goods, cheese products, herbs, fresh flowers and more.