The Cleveland Public Library is located in Cleveland, Ohio and is celebrating its 150th year of public service by hosting events around the downtown area, including its iconic street festival. Avid book readers will love attending the CPL 150 Street Festival, taking place July 27 this year (2019). You’ll get to experience food trucks, live music, story time for kids, and virtual reality games.
For far too long, Cleveland has been seen as a blotted out rustbelt relic, the truth is, there are many things to do in Cleveland. It’s surprisingly active and fun. This city is packed with art studios, beaches, live music, museums, parks, and more. The Cleveland Public Library is just one shining example of the great culture the city has to offer. Here are some tips to make the most out of your trip to Cleveland.
Planning Your Trip
You know your reason for visiting Cleveland. You want to celebrate the Cleveland Park Library’s 150th anniversary. Well, luckily for you, Cleveland is beautiful to visit in the summertime. It’s one of the best times of the year to explore the lake, especially if you want to go for a swim.
Cleveland often has unpleasantly cold weather that lasts well into the Spring, which means you’ll luckily miss out on that. Even though Autumn in Cleveland is nice as well, as you’ll notice changing colors of the leaves and pleasant temperatures.
Where to Stay
Downtown Cleveland accommodates business travelers and families alike. There are a wide variety of hotels, ranging from luxury boutique hotels to affordable accommodations. For history buffs, there are historic Cleveland hotels and bed and breakfasts to enjoy. You’ll have a unique experience at the Drury, which originally was the Cleveland Board of Education. There’s also the newly-renovated Schofield, which is part of Kimpton Chain.
If you’re looking for a classic hotel with modern upgrades, then you should consider the Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade. This hotel was built in 1890 and features beautiful rooms and suites that look out to the Arcade Atrium. This hotel comes with plush amenities such as concierge service, a fitness center, meeting facilities, and a spa.
Getting Around
The Greater Cleveland Rapid Transit Authority (RTA) system is one of the most popular ways to get around. But it won’t take you everywhere you want to go. Most travelers use the Red Line, which travels from the airport to University Circle and makes stops at Ohio City, Tower City Center, and the Waterfront Line. It also travels from the Flats and North Coast Harbor to Tower City.
There are several RTA buses that travel downtown from Public Square, so you won’t need a rental car to explore. It’s better to get around by foot. Ride-sharing and taxi service can get pretty expensive, especially on the weekends.
Things to Do In Cleveland
Are you more into history? Do you enjoy science? Do you want to spend a day at the beach or at the ballpark? There are plenty of things to do in Cleveland. If you’re short on time, then you’re going to have to plan wisely.
The West Side Market is home to every food market available, ranging from fresh food to local delicacies. It’s also the perfect spot for people-watching. University Circle is home to Cleveland’s art and history museums. You’ll also want to explore Little Italy, which is lined up with bakeries and pizza places.
Where to Eat & Drink
Speaking of food, there is a wide variety of food for every palette. East Fourth Street downtown has everything from fine dining to barbequed foods. Cleveland is also known for its local craft beer, most of which can be found in the Ohio City neighborhood. Some of the best breweries in this area are Masthead and Noble Beast.
So whether you’re taking a trip to Cleveland to celebrate the public library’s 150th Birthday or you’re visiting as a tourist, there are plenty of things to do, especially in the summertime.
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