Lifestyle and Special Interests
Kids' Activities
There are so many fun things for families to enjoy together in all four seasons around Greater Cleveland. This is just a starter list of some of our favorites. We have ongoing suggestions for more. Let us know if you're looking for something specific to your interests. We'll keep you busy for months!
East Side
Indoor whirlyball, laser-sport, bowling with food and drink
Located in Hudson with hiking, playground, splash zone, and skateboard
Indoor jump parks, foam zones and Ultimate Dodgeball located in Westlake and Highland Heights
A 235-acre working…
Downtown / Cleveland Neighborhoods
Bouldering, yoga, and dance classes for all levels
WWII sub anchored in North Coast Harbor that can be toured
Indoor mountain bike park in a family atmosphere
Federal Reserve Bank Money Museum
Explore the museum, take a class or tour
Explore the garden, climb the tree house, water the plants, or play in the fountains. (at Cleveland Botanical Garden)
Create your own scent and candle, body butter, or lip balm. Great for groups
The Foundry Rowing and Sailing Center
All levels take classes, join a team, or workout
Rent a boat, kayak, tube and explore the river and lake
Indoor and outdoor shuffleboard courts, tables can be rented hourly for families, groups or leagues with food and drinks
Largest candy…
South
Built in 1825, this working farm and village of the Western Reserve Historical Society is in Bath, Ohio within the Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Take your bikes aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and explore the park and surrounding town of Peninsula for lunch and shopping and then bike home
An enchanted Christmastime favorite train ride for young children aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad to the "North Pole"
Mill Stream Run Toboggan Chutes
700ft refrigerated ice chutes operate with or without snow through March in Strongsville in the Cleveland Metroparks
Check out several independent locations of this popular new pastime for families and groups The Axe House and Savage Society
Indoor climate-controlled fun surrounding all things golf including games, drinks, and food perfect for families and groups in Independence
Treetop adventure for children…
Near Akron or Medina
High-speed indoor go karting with food and drinks for families, parties or groups in Medina
Majestic Meadows Alpaca Farm and Boutique
A family friendly farm with alpacas and other animals offering an educational experience and boutique gift shop in Medina
The world’s largest year-round indoor Christmas attraction complete with famous department store windows from around the country
A 65-room Tudor Manor House and lodge in Akron with 70 acres of grounds and gardens to explore which is a beautiful family destination at the holidays
Considered America’s premier sports Hall of Fame, newly redeveloped and perfect destination for all sports enthusiasts
Family amusement park includes mini-golf, laser tag, go-karts, bumper boats/cars, rides, batting cages and arcade
Mini-golf, bounce-houses, bumper boats, playground, toddler deck and arcade
West Side
Rent kayaks and paddleboards in the Rocky River Reservation
Ice rinks - Year-round lessons, teams and party locations in Lakewood…also rinks in Rocky River and North Olmsted
25,000 sq. ft. indoor active entertainment center for all ages in Avon
