Tour starts in Cleveland and ends in Cincinnati
3 Nights – Cleveland / 3 Nights - Columbus / 3 Nights – Cincinnati
Days 1-4, Cleveland
Arrival: Land at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, collect your rental car or if you prefer we can arrange a transfer for you, Cleveland is a very walkable city.
Check into a centrally located hotel, grab a quick bite to eat and then head to bed for a good night’s sleep before touring this city where music, culture, and culinary delights come together.
Highlights:
• Spend a day at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, where exhibits celebrate legends like The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, and Aretha Franklin. Interactive displays let visitors experience the evolution of rock music.
• Discover Playhouse Square, the second-largest performing arts district in the U.S., with its beautifully restored theatres and vibrant nightlife.
• Peruse Take in a show at one of Cleveland’s Visit the Cleveland Museum of Art, home to an impressive collection of masterpieces spanning thousands of years, from Renaissance classics to contemporary works.
• Explore the historic West Side Market, a staple of Cleveland’s food scene since 1912, where you can support local vendors selling fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and baked goods. Sample pierogis, artisanal chocolates, and hand-crafted pastries while taking in the market’s lively atmosphere.
• Stroll through Gordon Square Arts District, a thriving neighbourhood packed with independent shops, local art galleries, and innovative dining spots that showcase Cleveland’s creative and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Savour lakefront dining at Collision Bend Brewery or Alley Cat Oyster Bar, both offering stunning views of Lake Erie and fresh, locally inspired dishes.
• Experience Cleveland’s live music scene at the Beachland Tavern & Ballroom, where regional and national acts perform in an intimate setting.
3 Nights – Cleveland
Standard Hotel:
Indigo Hotel Or Aloft Cleveland
Deluxe Hotel:
Hotel Cleveland or Hyatt Regency at the Arcade
Unique & Boutique Hotel:
Fidelity Hotel or Glidden House B&B
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Days 4-7, Columbus (2 1/2 hour drive)
Depart Cleveland and journey south toward Ohio’s vibrant capital city, Columbus, where history and modern culture blend seamlessly. Check into the LeVeque Tower Hotel for a luxurious stay.
Highlights:
• See science in action at the Centre of Science and Industry (COSI) Downtown, named the best science museum in the country five times by USA Today.
• Take a walk, bike ride or along the Scioto Mile riverfront, a 175-acre urban riverfront destination in downtown Columbus and recognized as one of the best riverwalks in the country.
• Tour the Ohio Statehouse, a working government building that contains the activities of a legislature and governor's office, as well as a museum. The stunning Greek Revival style building was completed in 1861 and welcomes visitors for self-guided as well as guided tours.
• Explore Columbus’ historic German Village. In this historic neighbourhood, you’ll find brick homes, shops and streets and some of the best local dining. Explore Schiller Park, where they have free Shakespeare in the park in the summers and a favourite hangout for locals.
• Visit The Book Loft, one of the largest independent bookstores in the country.
• Visit the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, home to the world’s largest collection of Dale Chihuly's glass artwork in a botanical garden.
• Stroll through the Short North Arts District, a lively neighbourhood filled with street murals, art galleries, and boutique shops.
3 Nights – Columbus
Standard Hotel: Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
Deluxe Hotel: Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph or the Hilton Columbus Downtown
Unique & Boutique Hotel: Hotel Leveque, Autograph Collection or the The Junto
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Days 7-9, Cincinnati (2 hour drive)
Head south to Cincinnati, a city where historic charm meets modern creativity.
On arrival you can either chose to keep you car or drop it off as Cincy is a very walkable city, From its brewing legacy to its vibrant arts and food scenes, the Queen City offers something for every traveller. Consider staying at the art-filled 21c Museum Hotel or the iconic Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza.
Highlights:
• Explore the Over-the Rhine neighbourhood, known for its ornate 19th-century architecture, flourishing brewery scene & lively local food destination Findlay Market.
• Take a guided tour of Cincinnati Music Hall, a grand historic venue home to the city’s symphony, opera, and ballet companies, then have a local beer at Washington Park.
• Visit the National Underground Railroad Freedom Centre to experience compelling exhibits on America’s path to freedom and justice, located along the banks of the Ohio River and near the Cincinnati Bengals & Cincinnati Reds sports stadiums.
• Snap a selfie at the American Sign Museum, buzzing with glowing retro neon signage displayed along a historic main street.
• Board a BB Riverboats cruise for dinner and live entertainment while enjoying sweeping views of the Cincinnati skyline along the Ohio River.
• Savour the city’s signature dish—Cincinnati-style chili—served over spaghetti at Skyline Chili or a neighbourhood favourite like Camp Washington Chili.
3 Nights – Cincinnati
Standard Hotel: AC Hotel Cincinnati at the Banks or 21c Museum Hotel
Deluxe Hotel: The Cincinnatian Hotel or the The Lytle Park Hotel
Unique & Boutique Hotel: Kinley Cincinnati Downtown or Hotel Covington
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Day 10, last day in Cincy
Final morning options:
• Grab breakfast in Covington, Kentucky, a riverside town known for its character and charm. Make sure to try goetta breakfast sausage.
• Then The B-Line®, a curated bourbon trail in Northern Kentucky, with stops like New Riff Distilling and bourbon bars serving up local pours and Old Fashioneds.
• Return your rental car or we can arrange a transfer if you have already dropped your car and head to the Airport.
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All Locations
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Package Cost:
The following package costs are per person based on 2 adults sharing and include economy flights from the UK to Cleveland and home from Cincinnati, Car Hire and 9 Nights hotel accommodation on a room only board basis.
November - March
Standard Hotel = From £1,359
Deluxe Hotel = From £1,599
Unique & Boutique Hotel = From £1,599
April - June & September - October
Standard Hotel = From £1,529
Deluxe Hotel = From £1,799
Unique & Boutique Hotel = From £1,799
July & August
Standard Hotel = From £1,749
Deluxe Hotel = From £2,049
Unique & Boutique Hotel = From £2,049
