FREE + Affordable in Cleveland Plus

Bringing the whole gang along?  Try some of these entertaining activities that won’t break the bank but will surely keep the kids busy for hours.

Cleveland Metroparks
216.351.6300 
Catch a breath of fresh air as you explore the 20,000 acres of land the Cleveland Metroparks conserve and preserve. These 14 major parks encircle Cleveland in an “emerald necklace” of forests and woodlands. Activities available include horseback riding, biking, hiking, play fields, swimming, fishing, tobogganing, rollerblading, golfing, nature centers and free events for children and adults.

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland Learning Center and Money Museum - What's Nearby?
216.579.2000 
Explore the history of money, how it has shaped societies and cultures, and how it plays a central role in our everyday lives.

Parade the Circle Celebration - What's Nearby?
University Circle
216.707.5035 
This fabulous, FREE community arts event features fun for the entire family, including The Cleveland Museum of Art's vibrant and one-of-a-kind art parade at noon. Music and dance entertainment and make-and-take activities with the Circle's cultural institutions are offered through the entire day.  Find out why over 30,000 people come to Parade the Circle each and every year. You won't be disappointed.

International Women's Air and Space Museum - What's Nearby?
Burke Lakefront Airport
216.623.1111 
Memorabilia and artifacts in this museum documents women’s past, present and future accomplishments and contributions to the field of aviation and space. A collection of memorabilia and historical artifacts preserve the memory of women aviation pioneers.

Amish Country
330.893.3192 
Enjoy the rich cultural heritage of Northeast Ohio’s Amish country. Travel through time simply by driving east on Route 87 through Burton. Share the Amish heritage through the discovery of horse-drawn buggies, homemade family-style foods and exceptional craftsmanship.

Holden Arboretum - What's Nearby?
440.256.1110 
Enjoy the great outdoors all year round with more than 3100 acres of beautiful plant collections and spectacular fall and summer gardens, beautiful colors, winter splendor, trails and picnic areas.

NASA John H. Glenn Visitor Center - What's Nearby?
216.433.4000 
Explore the universe in a day as you learn about space exploration, aircraft and satellites through a wide variety of exhibits and demonstrations. This space center inspires the explorer in all of us.

Edgewater State Park
216.881.8141 
Along the shore of Lake Erie, this family park offers a bicycle path, a swimming beach, picnic shelters, boating and fishing piers.