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See the City: 10 Cleveland Tours to Book Right Now

By land or by sea, there’s no better way to see cle.

I know, I know. We keep telling you how amazing Cleveland is and how we have so much great stuff to offer, but that’s kind of our thing.

Maybe it’s time you got out there and saw everything we’re talking about. If you want a little direction on what to see and where to go and would like to learn a bit about our city’s rich and storied history, then check out one of the fantastic tours below that may show you a side of CLE you never even expected.

Cleveland Cultural Gardens

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Explore the Cultural Gardens with 90-minute walking tours offered to the public every other Saturday at 10 a.m. beginning on June 26th and extending through mid-September. The fee is $10 per person. Please call 216-220-3075 to make a reservation or email Lori Ashyk . Private group tours can also be arranged.

Tours of Cleveland

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Looking for a way to get outside, get some exercise and see the city? Tours of Cleveland offers walking tours of Downtown CLE that cover all the highlights, fun facts and must-knows within two hours. Wear comfy shoes as the tour makes its way on foot through Public Square, down to The Arcade and on to Playhouse Square. All tours require a reservation. You can book your individual reservations now or schedule a private group tour by calling 216.318.3865 or emailing [email protected] to talk specifics.

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JKL Tours goes beyond Downtown Cleveland with trips to Amish Country and Put-in-Bay, outings to theatrical performances and concerts and mystery trips to little-known gems. You can find a list of JKL Tours’ scheduled events on their website, including a Mystery Trip, Hidden Cleveland trips, a wine tasting trip to the Mansfield area and more trips to Amish Country with brand new itineraries. To make your reservation, call 440.942.5350 or email [email protected] .

SEE CLE is a family-owned business that offers two-hour guided tours of various historical, cultural and entertainment sites throughout the city as well as themed Cleveland experiences and group tours. Above all, they specialize in personalizing the tour to your interests and available time. You can view available tours here , which are available on a case-by-case basis. When you’re ready to book, just fill out the form on this page . The SEE CLE team is standing by to answer any questions you have at 216.287.0807.

Cleveland Cycle Tours

Sure, you’ve heard of a bicycle built for two, but how about a bicycle built for fifteen? Grab between nine and fourteen of your closest friends and saddle up on the Cleveland Cycle Tours bike to pedal your way through tour routes that include Downtown, Ohio City and Tremont with stops for photo-ops and refreshments at a number of CLE’s best breweries. Smaller groups can snag a Spider Bike for a custom tour. Call 440-434-9280 or visit their website to schedule today.

CLE 4 Me Tours

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Cle 4 Me Tours is a new way to tour Cleveland. This Black-owned, woman-owned tour company offers some unique public and private touring options. Their Downtown Walking tours will take you through all the sights CLE has to offer while engaging guests with the living history of our city. However, their private tours offer a personal touch to the usual walking tour, offering not only a general Downtown primer, but also a tour of Cleveland’s many beautiful murals and a special tour for new and potential Cleveland residents that outlines the best neighborhoods for your family with information on school districts, churches and the like. Email [email protected] to book.

Taste Cleveland Food Tours

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One of the best ways to get to know a city, whether you’re visiting or have lived there your whole life, is through its food. Cleveland has an amazing lineup of food options from high-end culinary experiences to mouthwatering comfort food. Taste Cleveland Food Tours offers not only an education on the history, and culture of areas like the West Side Market, Tremont and Little Italy, but also stops to sample food and drink from a number of great CLE restaurants. Call 216.395.0132 or visit their website to purchase your tickets or plan a private or corporate event.

Goodtime III

Cleveland’s largest sightseeing ship is here to show you views of Cleveland you can’t get from the shore. The Goodtime III can hold up to 1,000 passengers on its four decks and offers two-hour tours (we all know three hours is when you run into trouble ) Memorial Day through Labor Day on the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie. Cruises offering dining and entertainment are also available throughout the season, as well as private charters for special events. Book your CLE voyage online or call 216.446.7795.

Lady Caroline

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Cruise the glittering waves of Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River in luxury on the Lady Caroline. Two enclosed decks and spacious, open-air observation decks complement a sumptuous buffet that is prepared fresh on board along with musical entertainment. You’ll experience all the breathtaking views Cleveland has to offer like never before. Call 216.696.8888 or visit their website to join one of their regularly scheduled cruises or plan your private event.

Take a Hike Tours

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In movies, time travel generally comes with a cost, like taking your mom to her school dance so she’ll fall for your dad while you invent rock and roll. Rest assured, Take a Hike® Tours are not only completely free but also an amazing way to see Cleveland and learn its history. The 90-minute tours cover different segments of the city, each focusing on a different aspect of its past and present. Actors dressed up as notable figures—like DJ Alan Freed on the Playhouse Square tour, or legendary (and titular) Browns coach Paul Brown on the Civic Center route—pop up along the way to add insight on the people that helped make this city great. Check their website for a schedule of available tours throughout the week.

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Our tour guides blend deep local knowledge, skill and a lot of heart to make your tour an enriching, entertaining and fun experience.  Along your walk, you’ll meet up with historical Clevelanders, portrayed by actors and actresses, who share their story and their role and impact in shaping our city.  All tours are 90 minutes except for Friday’s 45-minute lunchtime tour. 

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Perfect for those that want to experience tours independently, at a time that works best for them, a selection of FREE Self-Guided tours are available 365 days a year, 24/7.  Using GPS on your mobile device, you can navigate the route, pausing at designated stops and listening to the tour guide share information.  Historical Clevelanders’ stories are still available via companion videos provided. Allow 45-60 minutes to enjoy a self-guided tour.

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Susan  was a delight, a Cleveland native who loves her city and loves sharing it with others. The food was delicious and PLENTIFUL. I would highly recommend this tour and hope that she offers others in the future. We have been on others from other companies, but would look forward to doing a repeat of places with Susan as our leader!

I spent a delightful afternoon touring restaurants, bars and culinary shops in Ohio City with Susan from Relish Cleveland Tours! Her knowledge of this neighborhood was impressive.

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My wife, daughter and I have been on food tours in 4 different cities and this one was one of the best. Susan did an excellent job keeping things interesting with a lot of facts and history to go along with the food. 

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The Best Things to Do in Ohio City: See, Do, Eat & More!

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Ohio City is known for being a trendy neighborhood home to many dining and entertainment options. Here’s everything to know about visiting one of Cleveland’s coolest neighborhoods!

Ohio City history

Ohio City is located on Cleveland’s west side, across the Cuyahoga River from downtown.

Originally, this neighborhood was separate from the rest of the city. It became an independent municipality in 1836, but was eventually annexed as part of Cleveland in 1854.

Ohio City attracted European immigrants during the late 19th century and early 20th century from places like Ireland, Germany, and Hungary. It became a bustling neighborhood, with many seeking employment during Cleveland’s years as a boom town.

The origins of Ohio City as a foodie destination started more than 100 years ago, with the opening of the West Side Market in 1912 and the numerous distilleries and breweries around the neighborhood.

Now, Ohio City is a trendy neighborhood that attracts both locals and visitors with its many hip restaurants, craft breweries, and more.

Top Things to Do in Ohio City

There’s no shortage of things to do in Ohio City.

Here are some of the best activities to check out in this neighborhood:

1. West Side Market

West Side Market is an iconic indoor food market in Ohio City. Home to over 70+ vendors, you can find everything from fresh produce and meats to baked goods and desserts here.

Along with just doing regular shopping or grabbing lunch here, you can also take a West Side Market food tour if you want to learn more about its history.

2. Street Art and Murals

Ohio City has some of the best street art and murals in Cleveland . One of the best ways to spend an afternoon in the neighborhood is on a street art crawl.

There are murals throughout Ohio City, with an especially large concentration in the area known as Hingetown. (Hingetown is the area south of Detroit Ave. between W 25th and W 38th.)

Here are some of our favorite murals to check out:

Greetings from Cleveland

• Address: 2104 West 25th Street (Corner of W 25th and Chatham)
• Artist: Victor Ving

Market Garden Brewery fried eggs mural

• Address: 1947 West 25th Street (Corner of W. 25th and Market, on the side of Market Garden Brewery)
• Artist: Paatrice Marchand

Shoreway mural

• Address: Washington Avenue between West 25th and West 28th streets
• Artist: Ananda Nahu

Prince mural

• Address: West Shoreway retaining wall at West 25th Street (Corner of W 25th and Main)
• Artist: Glen Infante

RELATED: Cleveland Street Art: The Best Murals in Cleveland and Where to Find Them

3. Local art galleries

If you want to continue your art journey around Ohio City, check out SPACES or the Transformer Station , both art galleries with exhibitions from emerging local artists.

4. Try an escape room

If you have a group of friends and are looking for something unique to do, consider heading over to Perplexity Games in Ohio City. They have a handful of cool escape rooms to solve (including a Cleveland-themed one!), and even a VR room where you can try out a variety of games.

5. Play games!

There are a few unique businesses in Ohio City where you can play everything from board games to pinball.

• Tabletop Board Game Cafe – Board game lovers will have an amazing time at Tabletop Board Game Cafe in Ohio City. For just $5, you get unlimited access to a library of 1,200+ board games, including both indie games and classics like Clue and Trivial Pursuit. They also serve food and drinks here.
• Pins Mechanical + 16 Bit – Speaking of games, a new Pins Mechanical opened up in Ohio City in 2022, offering up everything from pinball to duckpin bowling alongside a full-service bar.
• Forest City Shuffleboard Arena and Bar – Have a drink and play some shuffleboard. (Note that reservations are recommended.)

6. Cleveland Candle Company

If you love candles, you can experience making your own at Cleveland Candle Company in Ohio City.

Choose the container and size of the candle you’d like to make, pick your favorite scents, and a guide will help you narrow down 2-3 scents that will make the perfect candle.

Where to Eat in Ohio City

Ohio City is known for being a standout dining destination with some of the best restaurants in Cleveland.

You’ll never run out of new and inventive places to try in Ohio City, whether you’re looking for somewhere to grab a casual brunch with friends or have a swanky date night.

Best Coffee in Ohio City

Ohio City is home to lots of great Cleveland coffee shops . Here are our favorites:

• Phoenix Coffee – With a nice back patio area, their Ohio City shop is our favorite
• Rising Star Coffee – Their Hingetown shop is super cute; love their Promised Land Latte
• Lekko Coffee – A newer coffee shop with lots of work space

Best Restaurants in Ohio City

• The Cleveland Bagel Company – A staple for grab-and-go breakfasts
• Juneberry Table – A new, cozy breakfast spot
• Heck’s Cafe – Known for serving delicious brunch in a charming historic home
• Souper Market – Good spot for a light lunch
• Herb’n Twine Sandwich Co. – Best sandwiches in Cleveland
• Larder Delicatessen – Other best sandwiches in Cleveland
• Boaz Fresh Lebanese – Tasty cafe serving up quick Mediterranean dishes
• SOHO Chicken + Whiskey –  For when you’re craving some Southern cuisine
• Le Petit Triangle Cafe – French-inspired bistro
• Banana Blossom – A local favorite for Thai cuisine
• Momocho –  Serving up modern Mexican dishes; try a margarita flight!
• Avo Modern Mexican – Another great Mexican spot
• Jukebox – Great neighborhood bar that also serves tasty food (try the pierogi!)

Best Dessert in Ohio City

• Mitchell’s Ice Cream –  Yummy ice cream spot in an old theater
• Mason’s Creamery –  Another excellent choice for ice cream
• Campbell’s Sweets Factory – All kinds of delicious sweets and treats

Breweries in Ohio City

Ohio City is known for its breweries, being home to some of the best breweries in Cleveland. There are so many breweries here, in fact, that they deserve their own section in this post!

In the warmer months, many of these breweries have outdoor patios where you can spend a sunny afternoon (many are dog-friendly too!)

1. Great Lakes Brewing Company

Great Lakes Brewing Company opened in 1986 in what was formerly the old, rundown neighborhood of Ohio City. They brought business back to the area and paved the way for many breweries to come.

Don’t miss their Cleveland-themed beers like Burning River IPA (named after the famous Cuyahoga River catching on fire) and the Elliott Ness Amber Lager (named for the prohibition-agent-turned-safety-director in Cleveland).

2. Platform Beer Co.

Platform Beer Co. is another one of the best breweries in Ohio City. It’s been around since 2014, and is definitely a local favorite. They have an outdoor beer garden, and also some unique sours, which come from its sour beer-making facility, Phunkenship (which now has its own tasting room in Tremont).

3. Forest City Brewery

Forest City Brewery is a cozy, intimate brewery in Ohio City that is perfect for date nights. They also have a great outdoor space that is open during the summer months.

4. Saucy Brew Works

Saucy Brew Works is a fun place to hang out with friends. They make some tasty beers and serve up good pizzas, and have a nearby outdoor space with sand volleyball courts and plenty of picnic tables to relax on a warm summer evening.

5. Market Garden Brewery

One more Ohio City brewery to check out is Market Garden Brewery. Known for their award-winning craft beers, they have a large indoor and outdoor space – in fact, their beer garden is one of our favorite patios in Cleveland .

There are more breweries here, too, including Hansa, Nano Brew, Bookhouse, and North High Brewing. (See? So many Ohio City breweries!)

RELATED: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Beers and Brews in Cleveland

Date Night Spots in Ohio City

Are you trying to plan to perfect date night in Ohio City ? This neighborhood is great for date nights, with a buzzy atmosphere and plenty of great restaurants, bars, and activities.

Start off your date browsing the West Side Market, hitting up Tabletop Board Game Cafe for some friendly competition, or even play some shuffleboard at Forest City Shuffleboard.

Then head to dinner at one of Ohio City’s many restaurants, before finishing the night off with some after-dinner drinks.

Best Bars for Date Night

• Jukebox – If you’re looking for a laid-back, neighborhood bar vibe
• Market Avenue Wine Bar – Cozy, intimate wine bar serving small plates
• Porco Lounge & Tiki Room –  Themed cocktail bar with a fun atmosphere

Getting to Ohio City

Ohio City is just across the river from downtown Cleveland.

It’s accessible via public transit, and is just one stop away from the downtown Tower City Station on the RTA rapid train.

If you’re driving, be aware that it can be difficult to find parking along the main drag that is W 25th St. While metered parking is free after 6 p.m., spaces can be hard to find. Side streets further away offer free parking and more availability.

If you can’t find free street parking, the lot behind West Side Market is fairly inexpensive (your first 90 minutes is free, and then it’s $1 per hour after that). Also, some places offer valet parking for a small fee.

Rideshare through Uber or Lyft is another easy way to reach Ohio City.

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Ohio City: Franklin Circle to the Market

This tour presents glimpses of the eclectic residential and commercial corridor of a onetime separate rival city across the Cuyahoga River from Cleveland.

Ohio City was founded on the west bank of the Cuyahoga in 1818. Located just across the river was the city of Cleveland, founded just two decades earlier. The two cities' competition for commercial supremacy culminated in the Battle of the Bridge, an actual armed conflict on the Columbus Avenue Bridge which occurred in 1836.

While in that battle the Ohio City forces were arguably the victors, Cleveland eventually became the clear victor in the struggle for commercial supremacy. In 1854 the voters of Ohio City opted for annexation to their larger neighbor to the east.

Once it was absorbed into Cleveland, Ohio City dissolved into the larger amorphous district commonly called the Near West Side. It swelled with the ranks of European immigrants and eventually Puerto Rican and Appalachian migrants--all drawn to the city's industrial jobs. By the late 1960s, the area attracted new interest as part of a national trend toward rediscovering and restoring what were increasingly viewed as historically significant central-city neighborhoods. Thus, alongside Columbus's German Village and Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine, the "Ohio City" name was resurrected as part of efforts to reverse the flow outward to the suburbs.

Today Ohio City continues to be a site of development that borrows from its long, rich heritage.

This tour begins in the Franklin Circle area of Ohio City (now a historic residential neighborhood of Cleveland), strolls down streets featuring the quaint nineteenth century houses of the historic district, and proceeds to the food and brewing district surrounding the century-old West Side Market before ending at historic St. John's Church.

Robert Russell Rhodes Mansion

The Italian Villa style house at 2905 Franklin Boulevard in Ohio City was built in 1874 by a businessman who, according to one local historian, zealously sought to avoid involvement in government--even though his extended family was deeply involved in politics for much of the nineteenth century. … View Story | Show on Map

Franklin Circle

The Centerpiece of Josiah Barber's Radial Street Plan

Franklin Circle, the centerpiece of one of Cleveland's rare radial street designs, was surveyed in 1836--the same year in which Ohio City became a city and Cleveland's chief commercial competitor across the Cuyahoga River. The land for the Circle, which lies at what is today the… View Story | Show on Map

Franklin Circle Christian Church

Where President James A. Garfield Once Preached

The origins of the founding of Franklin Circle Christian Church, located at 1688 Fulton Road, lie in America's Second Great Awakening, an early nineteenth century movement which was characterized by a resurgence in religious enthusiasm and a diversification in Christian religious groups. … View Story | Show on Map

John W. Heisman

Ohio City's Gridiron Pioneer

On October 23, 1869, one of football's most iconic figures was born in Ohio City. Today he is best known as the namesake of the most prestigious award in college football, the Heisman Memorial Trophy. The trophy is awarded annually to the nation's most outstanding college football player.… View Story | Show on Map

Saint Ignatius High School

Cleveland's Catholic schoolchildren began attending parochial schools in their neighborhoods during the 1850s, opting to avoid the public school system which many saw as being anti-Catholic. These first Catholic schools were merely grammar schools, however, and did not offer advanced… View Story | Show on Map

United Bank Building

The nine-story, $1.5 million United Bank Building opened in 1925 as the tallest and largest commercial building on Cleveland's west side. It was one of the last of a series of classical bank buildings constructed in Cleveland during the 1910s and 1920s, a golden age for the city's… View Story | Show on Map

West Side Market

The Last of Cleveland's Historic Market Houses

Cleveland's West Side Market has a longer and more interesting history than you might imagine. In 1854, when Cleveland annexed the city west of the Cuyahoga River known as the City of Ohio or Ohio City, the new territory became known as Cleveland's West Side. There was an open air public market on… View Story | Show on Map

WSM Produce Arcade

Some of the names on the stalls in the produce arcade at the West Side Market -- Calabrese, DeCaro -- have been there for generations, while others -- most notably those of Middle Eastern descent -- reflect a more recent crop of fruit and vegetable vendors at the market. Since it opened in 1914,… View Story | Show on Map

The Brewing Industry in Cleveland

The Great Lakes Brewing Company opened in Ohio City in 1988, kick-starting an industry in Cleveland that a few years earlier had appeared to be finished. In 1984, the city's only remaining brewery, C. Schmidt & Sons, closed its doors, becoming the final victim of the brewing… View Story | Show on Map

Dredging the Bend

Irish immigrants flocked to Cleveland after the potato famine in 1848. Along the Cuyahoga River in Ohio City grew a concentrated Irish neighborhood known as Irishtown Bend. It was so named because of the Irish shantytown located along one of the curves of the Cuyahoga River. This neighborhood… View Story | Show on Map

Lutheran Hospital

One of Ohio City's Oldest Institutions

Founded in 1896, Lutheran Hospital is one not only one of Ohio City's oldest institutions. It is also one of the largest, its campus covering an area from Franklin Boulevard south to Jay Avenue, and from West 25th Street west to West 28th Street. The hospital has also had a major impact on… View Story | Show on Map

Saint John's Episcopal Church

"Station Hope"

Originally founded as Trinity Church in Old Brooklyn in 1816, Trinity remained a west side congregation until 1826, when church leaders decided to relocate to the east side of the Cuyahoga River near Public Square. At that time a number of families who attended Trinity chose not to follow the… View Story | Show on Map

Cleveland Walks

Euclid avenue: the spine of downtown cleveland.

This tour explores downtown’s most important street: Euclid Avenue. Your starting point for this experience is the southeast corner of Public Square, just past the Soldiers and Sailors Monument. Then our route turns east on Euclid Avenue. Walk on the sidewalk on the north (left) side of the street until you reach the East 17th…

Ohio City – Franklin Boulevard

Welcome to the Ohio City-Franklin Boulevard Tour. During this audio tour–roughly one and one-half hours–you will take a 2-mile walk on one of the most historic streets on Cleveland’s West Side: Franklin Boulevard, from Franklin Circle to West 50th Street, and back. The tour has 27 stops and, along the way after visiting these stops,…

Coventry Village

During this audio tour—roughly one hour—you will walk one of the Cleveland area’s most beloved and historic neighborhoods: Coventry Village in Cleveland Heights. On the way we’ll stop at numerous sites where you’ll learn a bit about the area’s architecture, history and people. Your starting point is on East Overlook Road just west of Coventry…

Tremont: Lincoln Park

During this audio tour—roughly 50 minutes—you will circumnavigate one of the Cleveland’s oldest and most interesting public spaces—Tremont’s Lincoln Park. On the way we’ll stop briefly at nearly a dozen structures where you’ll learn a bit about architecture, history, art and people. Your starting point is the northeast corner of Lincoln Park (where Kenilworth Avenue…

Cleveland Clinic and Historic Fairfax

Welcome to the Cleveland Clinic and Historic Fairfax tour. During this tour you will be guided through one of the constantly adapting and changing neighborhoods on Cleveland’s east side. The numerous sites highlighted will inform you about the area’s architecture, history and people. For each site there is a contemporary image and short description. (If…

Tremont Churches

Nearly two dozen churches are hallowed evidence of Tremont’s deep ethnic roots. The area was settled by New England Puritans who founded Pilgrim Congregational Church. Soon after came the Irish, who founded Saint Augustine Parish, and Germans, who built Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and Zion United Church of Christ. In the early 20th century, immigrants…

Fairmount Boulevard Historic Districts

During this audio tour—slightly more than one hour but potentially shorter if you turn around at Coventry—you will walk one of the Cleveland area’s most iconic streets. Often referred to as the Millionaires’ Row of Cleveland’s eastern suburbs, Fairmount Boulevard—from its intersection with Cedar Road on the west to Wellington Road on the east—is an…

The Group Plan and Cleveland’s Mall

Welcome to another edition of “Cleveland Walks”: curated audio tours of the Cleveland area’s most interesting, attractive and historically rich areas. This segment takes you through, and around, what could be downtown’s most important architectural space: the Cleveland Mall. Your starting point for this experience is the Fountain of Eternal Life Statue, located at the…

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We welcome school classes, organizations, and other groups for a fun and educational tour of the Ohio City Farm. Learn about the history of the land, our sustainable growing practices, and how the farm fits into of the larger mission of The Refugee Response while taking in our breathtaking view of downtown Cleveland. Groups have the opportunity to see close-up how over forty different varieties of fruits and vegetables grow in our unexpected urban landscape.  Book your tour today!

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Lolly the Trolley Holiday Lights Tour

Join Lolly the Trolley for a BYOB trolley ride through Cleveland's seasonal attractions, lighting displays and holiday landmarks.

Head to Jukebox (1404 W 29th Street) in Ohio City for check-in. Here we'll take in the decorations at a neighborhood bar while enjoying a chili bar (vegetarian chili available), and prep for our gawker ride through Cleveland's yuletide lights.

Bring your own beverages for the vintage trolley ride (trolley courtesty of A1 Mr Limo) or purchase a growler of beer to-go from Jukebox. Ice, cups and a cooler will be provided on the trolley. As soon as we board the vintage trolley our adventure begins. We'll be whisked off and make our first stop at the famous "Christmas Story" house for photo opps, leg lamp and all! (Please note: ticket does not include admission into the Christmas Story house. We will stop for photos outside the house) Next we'll drive through the warehouse district, and the trolley will stop and let us stretch our legs at the Horseshoe Casino and Tower City. Here we can see their decorations as well as some of the pieces from the old Higbee Building window displays inside the casino. We'll get back on the trolley and drive to PlayHouse Square to see the world's largest outdoor chandelier and the Cleveland Christmas tree. From there we'll head to University Circle to see the restored Euclid Beach carousel lit up, Severance Hall, drive through Little Italy and make our way out to Nela Park. Nela Park's light display has been a holiday tradition since 1925 along GE's property line and over a half a million lights!

After soaking in the urban winter wonderland, we'll head back to Jukebox and rave about all the seasonal sparkles we just saw.

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Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument sells tunnel tour tickets

• Updated: Apr. 11, 2024, 7:09 p.m. |
• Published: Apr. 09, 2024, 10:01 a.m.

A view of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument in Cleveland's Public Square.

• Paris Wolfe, cleveland.com

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument on Public Square is hosting its popular Tunnel Tours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., April 27-28. Online ticket sales begin at 10 a.m., April 11, on the Monument’s website . A limited number of tickets are available in advance; standby tickets will be available on tour days. Tickets are $5.

The Monument is dedicated to the 9,000 people from Cuyahoga County who served the Union in the American Civil War. Designed by Cleveland native Levi T. Scofield, it has been open since 1894. A concentric system of tunnels and walls beneath the Monument serve as its foundation.

Scofield, interestingly, was a captain in the Civil War. He went on to design several public buildings and monuments. In addition to the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument, his projects include the historic Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield and the Schofield Building -- now the Kimpton Schoefield Hotel -- in downtown Cleveland.

The 30-minute tours include a guided walk-through of the tunnels with additional guest speakers in the Memorial Room. The Memorial Room is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. year-round.

Ticket sales and donations during the event will support Monument programming.

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Aerosmith reschedules Schottenstein Center show to Jan. 13

Last year, Aerosmith was set to embark on the "Peace Out: The Farewell Tour" when lead singer Steven Tyler was sidelined by a vocal injury . Now the band is ready to hit the road again.

Aerosmith's rescheduled concert with supporting act The Black Crowes is scheduled for Jan. 13 at the Schottenstein Center. Previously purchased tickets are to be honored at this show. Ticketholders should receive more details via email.

Tickets for the rescheduled date go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. at ticketmaster.com . There are also various VIP packages that include a premium reserved ticket, limited-edition merchandise and more. To order VIP tickets, visit aerosmith.com/tour .

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