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Explore the neighbourhoods of Cleveland


Cleveland has 34 neighbourhoods for you to explore.


Cleveland neighbourhoods offer a diverse mix of historic charm, urban walkability, and distinct cultural identities.


Popular areas include the food-centric Ohio City, arts-driven University Circle, trendy Tremont, and walkable suburbs like Lakewood.


Below are some of our favourites to add to your itinerary for when you visit

Downtown Cleveland

Downtown Cleveland sits proudly on the shore of Lake Erie, the center of a region filled with gorgeous natural landscapes, remarkable history, must-see attractions, more than a couple cold craft brews and, of course, some of the nicest people around (yep, we’re a little biased).

Civic Center is home to the Terminal Tower, Public Square and the gaming thrills of JACK Cleveland Casino. The Gateway District is a sports fan’s dream with the doubleheader of Guardians baseball at Progressive Field and Cavaliers hoops at Rocket Arena.

Anyone looking for a great meal and some entertainment should head to the alleyway allure of East 4th Street, the riverside shenanigans down in The Flats or the bright marquees and Broadway showstoppers in Playhouse Square.

Of course, no trip to Cleveland is complete without stopping at North Coast Harbor to visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, cheer on the Browns from the Dawg Pound at FirstEnergy Stadium or dabble in the secrets of the universe at Great Lakes Science Center.

The best part? Everything is 100% walkable. That means you’ll get your steps in and not have to feel guilty about grabbing that extra nightcap. Lucky you.

Ohio City

Ohio City’s historic bones defiantly hum with the upbeat energy of change, powered by the combination of the pioneers who spearheaded the neighborhood’s resurgence and the next generation of CLE creators ready to make their mark.

Young professionals stride down West 25th Street, making the walkable commute to work with a steaming cup of Phoenix Coffee in hand. Curious shoppers browse the endless stalls of the West Side Market — the beating heart of Ohio City — sampling locally-sourced meat and produce on the very same spot that their parents and grandparents once did. 

Murals and other expressions of street art appear around every corner, adding a splash of color and vibrancy to everyday life. The nearby Transformer Station, too, gives emerging artists a chance to shine on the biggest stage.

 Tremont

Victorian-style homes on sleepy, tree-lined streets stand alongside sleek new apartment buildings. Historic churches with ornate architecture appear right around the corner from art galleries and boutiques. Despite the seemingly random patchwork assemblage of the neighborhood’s people and places, Tremont just works.

Tremont doesn’t follow trends; it starts them, confidently striding between honoring its rich past and refreshing itself to face the future. Young professionals flock to the neighborhood, relishing the urban-but-not-downtown vibe of Tremont’s bars and restaurants — like Edison’s Pub, The South Side and Dante, to name a few — without surrendering such peaceful escapes as Lincoln Park or the nearby Towpath Trail.

Every summer, locals descend to take all of this in during the annual Taste of Tremont, a super-sized block party that showcases all the city loves about Tremont.

University Circle

Affectionately known as Ohio’s most spectacular square mile, University Circle encompasses more than 30 institutions of art, culture, education, entertainment and medicine. Initially a site to relocate three Cleveland universities in the 1800s, rapid growth through the 20th century set the stage for a world-class arts and cultural center.

Truly, University Circle holds PhDs in multiple disciplines. After all, the bustling, green-space- filled neighbourhood is home to Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Institute of Art and University Hospitals while also being a cultural mecca (Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland Museum of Natural History, The Cleveland Orchestra), boasting first-class restaurants (L'Albatros Brasserie + Bar, Table 45) and no shortage of fun, approachable bars (The Jolly Scholar, ABC The Tavern).

Little Italy

We’re all Italian when it comes to the mom-and-pop restaurants, cafes and bakeries in Cleveland’s 100+ year-old Little Italy. This colorful, Old World neighborhood is home to people and stories rich in culture.

In this colorful, historic neighborhood located at the base of Murray Hill, you’ll feel like you’re walking around a charming Italian town with its narrow streets, majestic churches and cozy eateries like Cleveland’s oldest restaurant, Guarino’s. Spend a few hours slowly perusing art galleries, then smell the fresh bakery from Presti’s or Corbo’s, and grab some to eat now, later or both — we won’t tell.

With yearly events like the vibrant Feast of the Assumption, art walks and the Taste of Little Italy (think mouthwatering, giant meatballs), no one goes hungry here.

 Detroit-Shoreway

Two miles west of Downtown Cleveland is a land flowing with beer and donuts — a neighborhood block with attractions on every corner and majestic views of Lake Erie. The Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood is an old community finding new life and taking advantage of its most remarkable attribute: its prime location near water. 

This revitalized area showcases Cleveland’s potential for transformation. Refurbished brick-and-mortar buildings give the neighborhood character and warmth, attracting residents and visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Outdoor enthusiasts populate Edgewater Park to run, bike, swim or just enjoy a beautiful sunset, while others enjoy the vibrant energy from the theater, food and unique boutiques.

It would take several days to experience everything the neighborhod has to offer. Visitors find themselves returning time and again.