Cleveland Cultural Gardens (21st Century) by Downie PhotographyDestination Cleveland
Cleveland Cultural Gardens
Pick your favorite time of day to explore more than 30 cultural gardens along the beautiful and winding MLK Boulevard on foot or by bike. These gardens are an outstanding (and free!) way to experience University Circle on Cleveland's east side.
The GE Chandelier at Playhouse Square (21st Century) by Cody YorkDestination Cleveland
The GE Chandelier at Playhouse Square
Since 2014, the GE Chandelier has marked the focal point of Cleveland’s Playhouse Square theater district in Downtown Cleveland. Pro tip: Stay on the sidewalk. Tag it #gechandelier
Cleveland Botanical Garden (21st Century) by Destination ClevelandDestination Cleveland
Cleveland Botanical Garden
While you’re visiting Madagascar or Costa Rica (in the magnificent glasshouses located at the Cleveland Botanical Garden) snap a pic. Or get one in the stunning outdoor gardens within this University Circle attraction. Either way, you're fooling people on your exact whereabouts.
Lakewood Park Solstice Steps (21st Century) by Cody YorkDestination Cleveland
Lakewood Park Solstice Steps
Here’s a two-for-one special! Head to Lakewood Park on Cleveland's west side at dusk for a selfie bathed in the hues of a summer sunset. Take in a dawn stroll and watch the sun come up and bask in the distant Cleveland skyline in morning light.
Script Cleveland Signs (21st Century) by Gabe WasylkoDestination Cleveland
Script Cleveland Signs
Accept the challenge and snag a pic at all six of these signs to be entered into the "Script Cleveland Hall of Fame." True, no such thing exists nor is there a prize—other than everyone thinking that you're pretty awesome. Tag #thisiscle.
West Side Market (21st Century) by Cody YorkDestination Cleveland
West Side Market
This historical landmark, which has more than 100 years under its belt, is unlike anything you've ever seen with its treasure trove of local eats. This Ohio City hotspot is 100% Cleveland. Pro tip: Snap a pic from the upper balcony looking down to the market.
Judy’s Hand (21st Century) by Sean FeeDestination Cleveland
Judy’s Hand
Just outside of the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland in University Circle is an oversized silver hand created by artist Tony Tasset. Though it may be unnerving to dogs and babies, it feels super cool to stand underneath it.
“I love You” Mural (21st Century) by Cody YorkDestination Cleveland
"Love Doves" Mural
Instagram commissioned two artists, Erin Guido and Joe Lanzilatta, to create this whimsical mural for Pride Month as part of the #kindcomment campaign. Located just on the outskirts of the Ohio City neighborhood, t’s a favorite proposal spot. (Hint.)
Bob Feller Statue (21st Century) by Erik DrostDestination Cleveland
Bob Feller Statue
Number 19 spent 18 seasons with Cleveland's baseball team (known as the Cleveland Guardians) and is considered to be one of the best pitchers of all time. Just beyond “Bullet Bob” is a sweet interior view of Progressive Field. Catch a game while you're there, too.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park (21st Century) by Cody YorkDestination Cleveland
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio's only national park is located just a few miles south of the city. It's full of historical sites, hiking trails, a vintage railroad, farmers market, bikeways and stunning waterfalls -- including this beauty called Brandywine Falls.
Rocky River Reservation (21st Century) by Igor OliyarnikDestination Cleveland
Rocky River Reservation
Walk, cycle, kayak, golf and climb the Fort Hill Stairs for a view 90 feet above the Rocky River (voted by locals as one of Cleveland's most Instagrammable spots). This reservation is part of the Cleveland Metroparks, which encircles the entire city in beautiful greenspace.
Brecksville Reservation (21st Century) by Cody YorkDestination Cleveland
Brecksville Reservation
The southernmost gem in "The Emerald Necklace," which is the nickname for the Cleveland Metroparks, grazes scenic Chippewa Creek with stunning fall foliage, wide open sunny vistas, glacier-hewn caves and trails for wildlife viewing.
The Arcade (21st Century) by Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The ArcadeDestination Cleveland
The Old Arcade at the Hyatt Regency
The 1890 structure was Cleveland's original indoor shopping center and a forerunner for the concept of a mall. You'll feel like a Rockefeller taking in the beauty of "The Crystal Palace," and it is 100% worth a few IG-worthy snaps.
Superman's House (21st Century) by Wil LindseyDestination Cleveland
Superman House
Grab a picture outside the house where Superman was "born" in Cleveland's Glenville neighborhood, once home to Jerry Siegel, who created the Man of Steel with his fellow Clevelander Joe Shuster in 1932.
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