Travel Guide

Ohio

Ohio is an underrated state in the midwest often overlooked despite being home to a beautiful national park and 3 bustling metro areas. There are many major attraction here including: The Rock N'Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, the Cincinnati Zoo, and HOcking Hills State Park. My favorite place by far is Cuyahoga Valley National Park, a free and underrated gem home to miles of hiking trails and an amazing waterfall. Lake Erie beaches offer a quiet low-key vibe in comparison to more touristy destinations.

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Cleveland

Lake Erie

Small town attractions

Hiking, Nature, & Waterfalls

Despite their reputation as an industrial powerhouses, there is some nice nature surrounding all 3 cities. Cleveland offers the best access to nature with 18 beautiful Metroparks right in the city and the gorgeous Cuyahoga National Park just 30 min outside of the city. You also have super easy access to the beautiful Lake Erie beaches, so reallly it is the best choice for outdoor lovers. Other big hiking areas include the Shawnee State Park and Hocking Hills.

A Daytrip to Explore 4 Small Lake Erie Towns in Ohio Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail: Beautiful Biking in Cuyahoga County 5 Lake Erie Beaches to Visit Near Cleveland Brecksville Reservation: The Largest in the Cleveland Metroparks Northeast Ohio Waterfall Guide Attraction of the Week: Edgewater Park in Cleveland Finding Seaglass on Lake Erie Conneaut Township Park: A Cobalt Blue Seaglass Hotspot Blue Hen Falls: A Steep Trek to a Dazzling Ohio Waterfall Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing in Cleveland: My Favorite Parks Vermillion, Ohio: A Lake Erie Gem

Museums, Historical Attractions, & Must-Do's

You will find a number of big city amenities no matter where you travel in the state. Most famously, the Rock N'Roll Hall of Fame is located in downtown Cleveland. Each city is home to an above average zoo, plus there are world-class art museums in both Cleveland and Cincinnati.

A Christmas Story: Touring the Cleveland House Attraction of the Week: The Cleveland Museum of Art Attraction of the Week: The Cincinnati Art Museum Nostalgic Neon at The American Sign Museum in Cincinnati Attraction of the Week: Cuyahoga Valley National Park The Bridges of Ashtabula County Attraction of the Week: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Asian Lantern Festival: Illuminating the Cleveland Zoo History of the Cleveland Script Signs & Where to Find Them Rockefeller Park Greenhouse in Cleveland

Cleveland

While I've heard many say that Cleveland is a dirty, ugly, and dangerous city, I've actually found a lot more good than bad while living here. There is plenty to do especially if you are into nature, museums, sports, or theater. The Metroparks are fantastic, the cross country skiing trails are fantastic, and the food scene is pretty decent for a small city.

Spooky Eats at The Haunted House Restaurant in Cleveland

The Haunted House restaurant in Cleveland is a unique horror themed concept where you can enjoy American comfort food and a spooky vibe.

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Wild Winter Lights at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

My experience attending the annual Zoo Lights festival at the Cleveland Zoo. It's the biggest and most festive holiday event in the metro.

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5 Free Holiday Displays in Cleveland

No need to spend a ton of money to get into the holiday spirit. Check out my favorite free Christmas displays in the Cleveland metro.

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Christmas in Cleveland: The Ultimate Guide

My ultimate Cleveland Christmas bucket list including touring A Christmas Story house, ice skating, & the festive zoo lights display.

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Winter in Cleveland Bucket List

My guide to winter fun in the Cleveland metro. From zoo lights, to a festive Santa run, to cross country skiing and ice skating.

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Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing in Cleveland: My Favorite Parks

My favorite parks in the Cleveland metro for snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Both are just a quick drive outside of the city!

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Things to do in Tremont: Cleveland’s Most Historic Neighborhood

My favorite things to do in Tremont, Cleveland's most historic neighborhood. Highlight include "A Christmas Story" house & local coffeebars.

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History of the Cleveland Script Signs & Where to Find Them

There are 6 iconic script signs near Cleveland. It's a fun challenge to see them all. I've included fun tourist attractions nearby.

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Attraction of the Week: The Cleveland Museum of Art

The Cleveland Museum of Art, a free gem housing 45,000+ pieces from around the world, is one of the top city attractions. I love this place!

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Rockefeller Park Greenhouse in Cleveland

Rockefeller Greenhouse, a free gem in Cleveland, features a gorgeous fern, tropical, and cacti garden, plus a seasonal poinsettia display.

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Lake Erie

The beautiful beaches and small towns of Lake Erie are just a quick drive outside of Cleveland. I have been really impressed by these low-key beaches. I love collecting sea glass here (it's one of the best places in the country to do so!), visiting historic lighthouses, and shopping/dining on old-fashioned Main Streets.

Attraction of the Week: Edgewater Park in Cleveland

My guide to exploring Edgewater Park in Cleveland. This is a great summer destination with beautiful beaches and a lakeside bike path.

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Vermillion, Ohio: A Lake Erie Gem

Vermillion is a quaint Lake Erie beach town located within easy daytrip distance from Cleveland. It's home to a charming Main Street.

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Finding Seaglass on Lake Erie

The best beaches for finding Seaglass on Lake Erie including Perkins Beach near Cleveland and Sheldon's Marsh in Huron, Ohio.

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5 Lake Erie Beaches to Visit Near Cleveland

Lake Erie is a beautiful summer vacation destination and Cleveland is the perfect base to plan your adventures. Check out my top 5 beaches.

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A Daytrip to Explore 4 Small Lake Erie Towns in Ohio

We visited 4 small beach towns on Lake Erie. Each offers its' own unique charm and amenities. All are located with an hour of Cleveland, Ohio.

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Small town attractions

Here are some beautiful parks and events worth traveling for in small towns around the Cleveland metro.

Attraction of the Week: Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Ohio, one of the nation's only free national parks, is home to a gorgeous 60 foot waterfall.

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Ashtabula: A Beautiful Fall Day Trip near Cleveland

What I did on a fall daytrip to Ashtabula from Cleveland. The city is home to 19 covered bridges and a wonderful apple orchard.

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Small Town Charm in Willoughby: A Quick Daytrip from Cleveland

Recently, I took a daytrip to Willoughby, a small town near Cleveland offering an old-time Main Street and a festive holiday light display.

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Medina Ice Festival: A 30+ Year Old Winter Tradition

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The Bridges of Ashtabula County

Ashtabula County is known as "the covered bridge capital of Ohio." I took a self-guided tour of the 19 bridges, 17 which you can drive through.

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Northeast Ohio Waterfall Guide

Waterfalls in Ohio? Check out my guide to my favorite waterfalls within an hour of Cleveland. Some require an easy to moderate hike to view.

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Blue Hen Falls: A Steep Trek to a Dazzling Ohio Waterfall

Blue Hen Falls is a beautiful, moderate waterfall hike in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, a free nature oasis 30 min outside of Cleveland.

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My Favorite Charming Main Streets Near Cleveland, Ohio

My favorite low-key Main Streets near Cleveland where you can shop and dine at local businesses. All my picks are within an hour drive.

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