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Cleveland Plus Outdoor Family Fun If you’re a kid, chances are, you like the outdoors. And if you’re the parent who lets that kid enjoy tons of outside fun, well, you know you’re someone’s superstar.  Amish Country – Enjoy the rich cultural heritage of Northeast Ohio’s Amish country. Share the Amish heritage through the discovery of horse-drawn buggies, homemade family-style foods and exceptional craftsmanship. You will also find antique stores, craft houses, traditional Amish restaurants and excellent inns. Be sure to stop for some maple syrup, fresh fruits and vegetables, Amish crafts and quality Amish furniture.800.775.8687 www.tourgeauga.com  Cleveland Metroparks – Take in the awe-inspiring scenery. Known as the “emerald necklace,” 20,000 acres of plush green woodlands surround Cleveland. The 14 parks that make up the Cleveland Metroparks offer hiking, biking, horseback riding, golfing and fishing.216.635.3200 www.clemetparks.com  Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and RainForest – This must-see attraction features more than 3,000 animals located throughout 165 rolling wooded acres and a two-story RainForest full of exotic creatures and striking plant life from across the globe. 216.661.6500 www.clemetzoo.com  Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad – If the family prefers a more scenic and relaxing trip, take a ride aboard the historic rails of the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad as it rolls along the Cuyahoga River and dips in and out of beautiful Cuyahoga Valley. 800.468.4700 www.cvsr.com  Lake Metroparks Farmpark – If you’re looking to get away from the city skyscrapers and the hustle and bustle, then see how life slows down at Lake Farmpark. Discover more than 50 breeds of farm animals on a trip to this hands-on science center. While here, milk a cow, take a wagon ride, stroll through gardens and enjoy animal shows and demonstrations. 800.366.FARM (3276) www.lakemetroparks.com/select-park/farmpark.shtml  Holden Arboretum – Enjoy the great outdoors all year round with more than 3,100 acres of beautiful plant collections and spectacular fall and summer gardens, an array of colors, winter splendor and picnic areas. Trails offer a variety of distances and levels of difficulty. 440.256.1110 www.holdenarb.org
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Trolley Tours of Cleveland – All aboard Lolly the Trolley! Take a one- or two-hour narrated tour that includes North Coast Harbor, Downtown Cleveland, University Circle, Ohio City, The Warehouse and Historic Gateway Districts and other points of interest. | «Back |
