Cleveland, OH

Great Lakes Science Center
DESCRIPTION: We are certain that you will find several among the 375 hands-on science and technology exhibits interesting at this sparkling lakefront venue, attend daily scientific demonstrations and take in the region's only OMNIMAX Theater

ADMISSION: $11.50 Adults, Age 65+ $10.50, Ages 2-17 $9.50, Free Age 1-

DAYS & HOURS: daily 10a-5:30p

ADDRESS: 601 Erieside Ave  MAP

PARKING: $6 at parking garage is between the Science Center and Browns Stadium

PHONE: 216-694-2000

WEBSITE: http://www.greatscience.com

USS Cod Submarine
DESCRIPTION: Tour a 312-feet long WW II submarine memorial; a national historic landmark that fought in the Pacific Ocean, the USS Cod, is docked at the Cleveland lakefront

ADMISSION: Adults $5, Students $, Age 6- and US Military enter free

DAYS & HOURS: open daily from May 1-Sept 30

ADDRESS: 1089 East 9th Street  MAP

PHONE: 216-566-8770

WEBSITE: http://www.usscod.org

Cleveland Browns Stadium
DESCRIPTION: Built over the old Municipal Stadium grounds which were home to NFL Hall of Famers Jim Brown, Leroy Kelly, Bobby Mitchell, Marion Motley, Ozzie Newsome, Paul Warfield and others, this lakefront landmark has a heated playing field to keep the Kentucky bluegrass bristling past its normal growing season; the stadium compliments nearby Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame and the Great Lakes Science Center; planned gaps in the stadium at the Southeast and Southwest entrance plazas allow visitors to view the field; strolling along the concourse on the north side of the stadium offers views of shipping activity at the Port of Cleveland or pleasure craft; seats 73,200 and 147 luxury suites

ADDRESS: 100 Alfred Lerner Way  MAP

PHONE: 440-891-5050

WEBSITE: http://www.clevelandbrowns.com/tickets/stadium

Jacobs Field
DESCRIPTION: Opened in 1994, this home of the Cleveland Indians major league baseball team is both architecturally and aesthetically bold and fan pleasing; within walking distance of most downtown buildings, the seats are comfortable and have unobstructed sight lines for the entire field, particularly the baseball diamond; ballpark tours available; seats 43,405

ADDRESS: 2401 Ontario Street  MAP

PHONE: 216-420-4487

WEBSITE: http://cleveland.indians.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/cle/ballpark/index.jsp

Quicken Loans Arena
DESCRIPTION: Home to the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers and WNBA Cleveland Rockers basketball teams, this arena was opened in 1994; 60% of seats are located in the lower bowl close to the action; there are five multi-screen video walls located throughout Quicken Loans Arena that feature entertainment and sports highlights as well as upcoming event features; 562 television monitors are located throughout the arena so you won’t miss game action or entertainment during visits to the concourse areas; like all the modern NBA areans, it has tons of concessions stands and restrooms for short waits in line; Seats 20,562 and has 92 luxury suites; life goes on after LeBron James

ADDRESS: One Center Court  MAP

PHONE: 800-820-CAVS

WEBSITE: http://www.nba.com/cavaliers

Children’s Museum of Cleveland
DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1981, and designed for ages birth to 8; features a variety of permanent and traveling exhibits, hands-on interactive activities for children of all ages, and special events; you must see Bridges to Diversity exhibit which explores multifarious cultures from around the world

ADMISSION: $7 Ages 1-12, $6 Ages 13+

DAYS & HOURS: daily 10a-5p

ADDRESS: 10730 Euclid Ave  MAP

PHONE: 216-791-7114

WEBSITE: http://www.clevelandchildrensmuseum.org

Cleveland Museum of Natural History
DESCRIPTION: From dinosaurs and exotic cultures to rare diamonds and a new planetarium, the Museum provides a fun relaxing environment for visitors to explore the Earth and beyond; in 2007, the Health Museum merged with Cleveland Museum of Natural History

ADMISSION: $10 Adults, $8 Ages 7-18, Age 60+ and Students w/Collee ID, $7 Ages 3-6, Free Age 2-

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Tue & Thu-Sat 10a-5p, Wed 10a-10p, Sun Noon-5p

ADDRESS: 1 Wade Oval Drive  MAP

PHONE: 800-317-9155 or 216-231-4600

WEBSITE: http://www.cmnh.org

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo & Rainforest
DESCRIPTION: Zoo includes over 3,300 animals on 165 acres; Rainforest features 600 animals, 10,000 jungle plants, simulated tropical rainstorm; in Spring 2004 the Zoo opens a 21,000 square foot hospital and research center housing animal health staff, the conservation and science department, researchers and veterinary interns; Zoo visitors will get the opportunity to get a “behind-the-scenes” look at the staff’s round-the-clock care of the Zoo’s 3,000 animals; Center for Zoological Medicine provides an educational pavilion for visitors to observe veterinarians at work

ADMISSION: $10 Age 12+,$7 Age 2-11, Free Age 1-

DAYS & HOURS: daily 10a-5p

ADDRESS: 3900 Wildlife Way  MAP

PHONE: 216-661-6500

WEBSITE: http://www.clemetzoo.com

NASA Glenn Research Center
DESCRIPTION: A short visit here is rewarded with interactive exhibits that showcase NASA's aerospace programs and their benefit to mankind

ADMISSION: Free; All visitors must be U.S. citizens

DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 9a-4p, Sat 10a-3p, Sun 1p-5p

ADDRESS: 21000 Brookpark Road  MAP

PHONE: 216-433-2000

WEBSITE: http://www.grc.nasa.gov

Sandusky, OH

Cedar Point Amusement Park
DESCRIPTION: Voted Best Amusement Park on Earth 4 straight years, your family can take in the joys of 150 rides and attractions; the children's areas and 15 coasters are some of the best on earth; next to the park, Cedar Point's Castaway Bay
lets visitors discover an island paradise via a lush indoor waterpark resort and comfortable hotel rooms

ADMISSION: $45 Ages 3-61, 48"+; $20 Age 3- and under 48" tall or Age 62+, Age 2 and under enter Free

DAYS & HOURS: seasonal from May-October with hours that generally range from 10a-7p, with longer hours in warnm months

ADDRESS: One Cedar Point Drive  MAP

PHONE: 419-627-2350

WEBSITE: http://www.cedarpoint.com

Aurora, OH

Geauga Lake's Wildwater Kingdom
DESCRIPTION: Better known as Geauga Lake & Wildwater Kingdom, the theme park begins with Four thrilling roller coasters and Hurricane Harbor water park; don’t worry about scaring the little ones, Looney Tunes Boom Town is perfect for them; teens will enjoy the Batman Thrill Spectacular stunt show

ADMISSION: $26 Ages 3-61 and 48"+, $12 Age 3- and under 48" tall or Age 62+, Free Age 2-

DAYS & HOURS: May-Oct season 11a-7p, until 8p in warm months

ADDRESS: 1100 Squires Road  MAP

PHONE: 330-562-8303

WEBSITE: http://www.wildwaterfun.com

Canton, OH

Pro Football Hall Of Fame
DESCRIPTION: About an hour's drive south in Canton, Ohio this building shaped like a football pointing skyward is dedicated to the best to ever play the game

ADMISSION: $18 Adults, $15 Age 63+, $12 Age 6-14, Free Age 5-

DAYS & HOURS: daily 9a-5p, until 8p from Memorial Day through Labor Day

ADDRESS: 2121 George Halas Drive  MAP

PHONE: 330-456-8207

WEBSITE: http://www.profootballhof.com