4 Cleveland Hot Spots That You Might Not Have Expected
One might not think of Cleveland Ohio as a tourism spot but there are some surprising hot spots that are must-sees. It’s time for a road trip to Cuyahoga County to visit four surprising and interesting attractions and yes, they’re in Cleveland.
1. Bradstreet’s Landing
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Only five miles from downtown Cleveland is a local favorite but it’s not a secret. Bradstreet’s Landing is a six acre park with a 600 foot long fishing pier right on Lake Erie. Locals fish here but perhaps its most exciting offerings are the serene picnic areas and the 125-foot sand beach.
Swimming isn’t allowed but you can launch sailboats and windsurfers as long as you avoid the local fishers. The pier itself is handicap friendly and fishermen lore is sure to please those who interact with the locals. Not surprisingly, you may hear may old wives tales on your jaunt to this destination. Many also say this is a place to find a bench under a tree and just reflect.
2. Thirsty Parrot Sports Bar
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If you have Cleveland Indians Tickets the Thirsty Parrot sports bar is right across the street from Progressive Field and is the party spot before and after all Indian games.
The bistro style menu includes burgers, sandwiches and soups and it’s full of popular appetizers from cheese sticks to wings. Drink specials are always abundant and the hot spot of this sports bar is the outdoor patio. Dress is casual and it’s hard to miss with its blue tent overhangs and a Caribbean style look.
3. Marjorie Rosenbaum Aviation Plaza
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This free to the public outdoor museum hosts airshows and is a fun Cleveland destination for the entire family. Opened in 1997 it’s located in downtown Cleveland within walking distance of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
From 1964 the plaza site has been home to the longest running air show in America. Beyond the air shows, guests can browse the plaza wall and legend plaques for aviation history. From 1929 to 1949 the plaza hosted the National Air Races and there is memorabilia there from aviation legends like Amelia Earhart and Charles Lindbergh.
You can’t miss the McDonnell-Douglas F-4 Phantom jets located right in the center of the plaza and the planes are painted in traditional U.S. Navy Blue Angel and U.S. Air Force Thunderbird colors.
4. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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No trip to Cleveland would be complete without a visit to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame located in downtown Cleveland on Rock and Roll Boulevard. The 150,000 square foot museum boasts seven floors of music history and four theaters.
The Hall often hosts free public events and offers a variety of exhibits that are constantly changing. There are entry fee discounts for seniors and kids and the museum makes for an all-day event.
The list of inductees is vast at 701 people (279 bands) and they also offer a “Rent the Rock” feature, great for corporate parties.
Cleveland does have its hot spots and each of these are guaranteed to inspire, have tons of fun with friends and learn some history along the way.
Anthony Alexander is a freelance writer, journalist, author, and an organizer of words and thoughts. He is a diverse writer who captures moments and converts them into literary works. He is passionate about sports, traveling, and life.
Resources:
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http://www.clevelandairshow.com/foundation/plaza.html
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http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/North_America/United_States_of_America/Ohio/Cleveland-845026/Off_the_Beaten_Path-Cleveland-MISC-BR-1.html#tip=1021683
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