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THE 10 BEST Cleveland Things to Do with Kids
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What travelers are saying
- Berk92Hillsborough, NJ42 contributionsJust an amazing place. Too bad we don't live near enogh to enjoy all the fresh meats, deserts, fruits, flowers etc to bring homeWritten September 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ChristopherBaltimore, MD21 contributionsWhat a fantastic museum! I genuinely liked getting lost in here, and I do mean lost because there are so many rooms to go through. It’s so easy to loop back around and find things you glossed over.
My favorite part is the people working at the museum. I had several interactions that I enjoyed. I had the absolute luck to overhear a presentation given by staff to a group of Girl Scouts and I learned so much. The lady giving the tour was obviously a pro and I loved hearing what she had to say about the art and how positive she was with the scouts.
By far my favorite interaction was when one of the ladies noticed me sneakily taking a picture of my favorite Marilyn on the Warhol exhibit and she snuck up on me and asked me if that’s what I was doing. I laughed so hard at being caught enjoying the work and had a fantastic conversation with her. That single interaction took my trip from fantastic to unforgettable. My only regret is that I didn’t get her name to properly acknowledge her. I hope someone internally sees this and recognizes who I am talking about though.
Also a beautiful wedding was being setup in the main area. I bet this is an amazing place for an event like that. Congratulations to the happy couple!!Written September 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JFWhiteMoncton, Canada7,403 contributionsRecently visited the grounds of this old movie house. Sure brought back a lot of old memories remembering watching this movie as a kid. Very well restored.Written October 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Little Homeschool Blessings447 contributionsThis is a great sized zoo with lots to see. We were there for about 4 hours and were able to spend ample time everywhere and see nearly everything. Yes, there are some animals that are off exhibit and yes, the trolly seats could use some updating, but it is worth a trip out.
The rainforest is included in your ticket, but it has a separate entrance from the zoo (right by the ticket booth). Be sure to check out the river around the porcupine exhibit. The display will suddenly rain and then mist. It is pretty neat to see.
It seemed like the exhibits are set up so that you can get very close to the animals. The zoos we are familiar with have a much larger separation between guests and animals.
Some animal highlights were the lions (we got to hear them roar), the elephants (several views that you can see them from and a few that get rather close up), the grizzly bears (they get so close and one seemed to be smiling), the tiger (he was sitting on the overpass, so we were just under him), the sloth (he was moving pretty fast and was teasing another one in a tub), and a koala (wide awake and looking all around).
One review I read said to park at the northern parking lot, but that gate was not open when we arrived. We had to park the farthest out at the main gate when we arrived at around 12:30 on a Tuesday. if we had driven around the other lots more, I'm sure a closer space would have opened up for us. Maybe the other lot/gate is open on the weekends.
The Australian playground is really neat. Be sure to stop there if you've got a youngin.
You can take food and drinks in.
We'd recommend taking the trolley up to the primate/aquatic building (I've never seen this combo in a zoo before) and then back down afterwards). It was a nice ride and gives your feet a bit of a rest.
The lantern display is lovely even in the daytime. We left close to closing and things were starting to be lit up and they were very pretty.
The only negative of the day for us was the vast amount of information on litter, deforestation, and pollution. My youngest is very environmentally conscious and it was distressing for him to see information about it at every turn. Maybe including some success stories (there was a wolf video we saw inside that building that talked about some successful attempts at building the wolf community in the west) and more information on how to become active for kids (besides donating money) would provide more balance for those kids that are very affected by the destruction.Written August 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LostInTimePittsburgh, PA23,010 contributionsThis stadium was very nice. There are ample food choices. It’s easy to get to. The site lines are good. And they built it in a nice spot. An enjoyable evening.Written August 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MrJonnyUYonkers, NY162 contributionsI would give a solid 4.5 if I could. As far as submarines go, it is the best (self-guided) tour that I’ve ever been on. You get to see everything and it is beautifully restored. It is a very cool experience. That being said, I feel it’s a little pricey for what it is. Also, they don’t warn you that you’re literally going through porthole things and down/up ladders. This is not for everyone. Cool experience if you’re able to go through the somewhat snug spaces and up and down ladders.Written September 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- John TSouth Saint Paul, MN146 contributionsCleveland Botanical Garden: Nicest botanical gardens that I have visited. Two campuses: a 240 acres garden in the heart of the city and 3,500 acre garden and preserve 20 miles outside of town. We visited the one in town and it was outstanding. It has two separate glass conservatories: one dedicated to Madagascar and the other Costa Rica. Each conservatories had a massive tree grown inside them that was the center piece of conservatory. The surrounding outside grounds had various different type of gardens with over a mile of winding paths through them. The staff was very helpful. I would strongly recommend this botanical garden.Written July 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- dkadilakCleveland, OH48 contributionsWe’ve been season-ticket holders for years, and every year the experience gets better. The improvements to Playhouse Square are wonderful, and the performances that visit Cleveland thanks to Playhouse Square are outstanding. This place always delivers a wonderful night out. My only caution is, do not eat at any of the restaurants surrounding Playhouse Square. They are not great and can put a damper on otherwise delightful outing.Written October 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sunshine8249231 contributionThe science center was very entertaining. Many hands on displays to try many science feats. Definitely aimed at the younger crowd.Written August 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jacqueline S5 contributionsCleveland has some super beautiful hiking areas and parks. We walked 3 dogs around the lake and into the forest on some great footpaths.Written September 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Erin JPittsburgh, PA54 contributionsFirst time attending an event at Rocket Mortgage. After 2 days of asking multiple people about the arena and different levels and sections I decided to just go to the arena an hour before the concert to get answers to my questions which is when I crossed paths with Ofc. DAILEY. She answered every single question I had. She knew that arena like the back of her hand and was VERY thorough and informative. She took the time to explain everything in detail and told me about all the restaurants and bars. Not only did she do that, but she told me what each one specializes in. She kept the line moving quickly and smoothing and basically held everything together. The other employees were slacking and she was running the show picking up everyone's slack. She was multitasking like no other. Had I not ran into her, I wouldn't have purchased a ticket for the simple fact that 6 employees couldn't answer basic questions and were not helpful, informative, and downright rude...
6 employees couldn't answer basic questions about sections or the arena in general. Ofc DAILEY went above and beyond! She definitely needs recognition for how she treated guests at the Nicki Minaj concert on Friday 9/13/24
Thank you for being such a devoted, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable employee Ofc DAILEY!Written September 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Cherry_WonderdogNew England4,745 contributionsReally enjoyed our visit to Edgewater Park over the Labor Day weekend. It wasn’t too crowded, so getting one of those classic photos of the famous “Cleveland” script sign in front of Lake Erie with the Cleveland skyline as backdrop didn’t take long. Later we walked down to one of the beaches (the dog beach for Cherry Wonderdog), where just a few dogs wandered to and hither. We didn’t swim, but we did have a great time searching for (and finding) beach glass. There was ample sun protection from tall trees behind the beach for those choosing to indulge in a good novel. Our tranquil stay was embellished by a hang-glider who flew back and forth along the beach at low altitude. Very special!Written September 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- The Michael Scott Trading Company4 contributionsThe Cleveland Museum of Natural History is like a thrilling adventure through the wonders of the natural world! From towering dinosaur skeletons that make you feel like you're in Jurassic Park to the sparkling geodes that ignite your inner rock collector, every corner is a new discovery. The planetarium shows are mind-boggling, taking you on journeys across the universe. What really got me excited were the interactive exhibits; you can touch fossils, control earthquakes, and even see live wildlife up close. It's not just a museum; it's a playground for curious minds.Written October 31, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Blase P1 contributionStaff was amazing and helpful! Very attentive and teaching about exhibits while helping with photos. Price was fair for the experienceWritten September 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HavekKidsWillTravelWI182 contributionsBeautiful, historic facility. Friendly staff. Only lowered the rating because of the cost. We spent barely an hour here and admission was high for other options of things to do in Cleveland.Written July 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
