Plan for a weekend getaway with your special someone packed full of great things to do that won’t break the bank. The Cleveland Plus Pass offers great deals and admission to ten major attractions in Cleveland Plus. At just $24.95 for a 2-day pass, the savings is clear. Day One Morning Spend the morning at the Cleveland Botanical Garden and experience the ecosystems of Costa Rica and Madagascar as you make your way through the dual climate glasshouse. Cleveland Botanical Garden (admission included in the Plus Pass) 216.721.1600 www.cbgarden.org Also, if you have time, stop by other great cultural institutions in University Circle: - Cleveland Museum of Art (admission and discounts are included in the Plus Pass)
11150 East Boulevard, Cleveland 216.421.7340 www.clevelandart.org
- Western Reserve Historical Society (+ Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum) (admission and discounts are included in the Plus Pass)
10825 East Boulevard, Cleveland 216.721.5722 www.wrhs.org
- Cleveland Museum of Natural History (admission and discounts are included in the Plus Pass)
1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland 800.317.9155 www.cmnh.org
Lunch Enjoy modern American cuisine in the trendy Metropolitan Café for a tasty lunch in the heart of the city. Metropolitan Café 216.241.1300 www.hydeparkrestaurants.com Afternoon Interpret culture through contemporary visual art at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Museum of Contemporary Art (admission included in the Plus Pass) 216.421.8671 www.mocacleveland.org -or- Learn about Northeast Ohio's Jewish community through artifacts, unique exhibits and interactive displays at the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage. Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage (admission included in the Plus Pass) 216.593.0575 www.maltzjewishmuseum.org Evening Head over to Pickwick & Frolic Restaurant and Club - Home to Hilarities 4th Street Theatre. Located in the heart of the popular East 4th Street neighborhood, this restaurant and martini bar features live national stand up comedians that will have you laughing all night. 216.241.7425 www.pickwickandfrolic.com Explore East 4th Street, Cleveland’s newest entertainment district for some late-night action. This small strip is bustling with big time entertainment. - The Corner Alley
216.298.4070 www.corneralley.com Featuring 16 lanes decked out with massive TV monitors in this upscale martini bar.
- Flannery’s Pub
216.781.7782 www.flannerys.com A Cleveland landmark since 1997. Renowned for its perfect pint and comfort food.
- Wonder Bar
216.298.4050 www.wonderbarcleveland.com Check out some live jazz and sip on exotic specialty drinks.
Day Two Morning Explore the great outdoors with more than 3,100 acres of beautiful plant collections and spectacular fall and summer gardens at The Holden Arboretum. The Holden Arboretum (admission and discounts are included in the Plus Pass) 440.256.1110 www.holdenarb.org Lunch Grab a bite to eat at CK's Steakhouse or CK's Lounge, located at the Quail Hollow Resort.
Quail Hollow Resort 440.497.1100 www.quailhollowresort.com Afternoon If you still have time, visit Lake Farmpark, a science and cultural center devoted to agriculture, farming and country life. Milk a cow, see hydroponic farming and more. Lake Metroparks Farmpark (admission and discounts are included in the Plus Pass) 440.256.2122 www.lakemetroparks.com Evening Journey into Tremont and experience the laid back atmosphere of a blue collar neighborhood, now equipped with top-notch eateries and bars, specialty shops and boutiques. Lolita 216.771.5652 www.lolabistro.com Owned and operated by Iron Chef, Michael Symon of the Food Network. (American-bistro cuisine) Fahrenheit 216.781.8858 www.fahrenheittremont.com Owner and head chef Rocco Whalen trained under Wolfgang Puck before coming back to Cleveland to open Fahrenheit. (Gourmet pizzas, pastas and steaks) |