Cheap Flights To Cleveland

Also known as the "Rock and Roll Capital of the World", Cleveland, Ohio is a fun place to be, with great food, family attractions, music venues, museums and a laid-back, unpretentious vibe.

Located on the shores of Lake Erie, the city rose to prominence as an industrial powerhouse, and one of the richest urban areas in the USA. Things changed a bit in the late 20th century, but in the past 20 years have witnessed an astonishing renaissance. Nowadays, this is a city on the up. Sports fans can catch an Indians match at Progressive Field, see the successful Cavaliers in the NBA, or watch the Browns in the NFL. Music lovers are in for a treat too, with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and venues like the House of Blues showcasing Ohio's musical heritage. Foodies are also in luck. With Cleveland still riding the crest of its food boom, you can tuck into Latin-American food at open air markets in Clark-Fulton or tour the endless stalls at West Side Market. With food, sports, museums and music, this is a Mid-Western gem of a destination.

Things To Do

Cleveland packs a lot of attractions and activities into its urban area. Here are just a few possibilities.

• Watch the Indians or the Cavaliers

As soon as you enter a bar or speak to a local, you'll find out that this city is serious about its sport. The Indians regularly contend for the World Series, while the Cavaliers are a dominant force in basketball, and watching either team is an unforgettable experience. The NFL's Browns have won fewer prizes, but with a dedicated fan base, their matches are rollicking great fun too.

• Make a Rock and Roll pilgrimage

There's no doubting what the main attraction in town is: the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is America's number one musical museum. Located in a striking pyramid structure, this stellar museum showcases stars from rhythm and blues, rock, pop, hip-hop and many other genres. Temporary exhibitions, photography galleries and live performances make it an unmissable Ohio attraction.

• Paradise for food fanatics

If you love food, you're heading to the right place. Join tours of the fabulous restaurants in Tremont, meet the sellers and try delicious falafel and beef jerky in West Side Market, or make a detour through Little Italy, where masterful chefs have been cooking Sicilian feasts for over 150 years.

Calendar Of Events

There's never a shortage of events to attend in the Rock and Roll Capital of the World, and not all revolve around music. For instance, you could visit:

• Pizza Fest - Yep, this is an event that's all about pizza, and it's a feast for senses. Every June, 12 major pizzerias in the city get together to offer discounted samples, live music and much more.

• Burning River Fest: The Cuyahoga River famously once caught fire, and this hip music, food and beer festival commemorates the event in light-hearted style every August.

• Cleveland Beerfest: Beer is huge in Ohio, partly due to the big German cultural influence. This Beerfest lively takes place in summer and winter, showing off foreign imports and local craft masterpieces.