9/100🇺🇸 Hidden Gem Cleveland｜Almost Too Perfect

Though not a typical tourist hotspot, Cleveland surprised us with plenty of hidden gems—a great long-weekend getaway near Toronto, Canada 🇨🇦✨ ☀️ Morning｜Market Breakfast + Shopping 📍 West Side Market 🥞 Crepes de Luxe ☕️ City Roast Coffee First stop: this century-old market inside a historic red-brick building 🧱. Must-try: the Florence crêpe (eggs + spinach + cheese)—like an upgraded savory pancake. Eat it hot for that perfect cheese pull 😋🍳. Sweet-tooth folks, pair it with a cup of market coffee—so satisfying! The market also has tons of bakeries filled with desserts 🍮🧁🥯. ⛲ Late Morning｜Historic Arcade + Square + Lakeside Stroll 📍 The Arcade 📍 Public Square 📍 Edgewater Park After eating, head to The Arcade—the golden escalators and glass dome are super photogenic 📸✨, especially under the morning sun. Then walk to nearby Public Square, see the monument, and relax. Later, enjoy some sun at Edgewater Park by the lake. Perfect for a picnic with treats from the market 🧺🌳. 🎸 Afternoon｜Rock Hall + Landmark Photo 📍 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 📍 Voinovich Bicentennial Park Cleveland Sign The famous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is way more fun than expected! Exhibits feature legends like Elvis and MJ, plus interactive zones where you can try playing guitar or drums 🎸🥁💥. Behind the museum is Voinovich Park—great spot for a photo with the Cleveland sign 📷❤️. 🍽️ Evening｜Downtown Dining 📍 Downtown Cleveland Pedestrian Street Home to the famous viral restaurant Cordelia—check my last post for more 💁🏻‍♀️🍴. Overall, a relaxed and fulfilling day—Cleveland is a quiet, retro city perfect for slow exploration 🌆❤️. #Cleveland #ClevelandEats #Ohio #OhioLife #OhioFood #UrbanExplorer #StudentTravel