Things You'll Need:
- Car or other transportation
- Cuyahoga County map or access to the Internet
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Step 1
An interesting place to visit is the Lakeview Cemetery. It was founded in 1869 and modeled after garden cemeteries in Victorian England and France. There are many notable figures buried here, including President James A. Garfield. His monument is said to be one of the most beautiful in the country. There is a magnificent view of Lake Erie also. Lake View Cemetery is known as Cleveland's Outdoor Museum.
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Step 2
Walk or drive over to Little Italy for some old world charm and a cup of coffee at Corbo’s Bakery. You can take a stroll through the streets and see architectural elements similar to those in Italian villages. There are many different stores and restaurants with welcoming owners and shopkeepers. Wandering among the art galleries, cafes and restaurants you will feel the hominess of the neighborhood.
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Step 3
The next stop is the West Side Market. Cleveland has a year-round fruit and vegetable market where you can also get meats, cheeses and different ethnic foods.
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Step 4
After purchasing some good snacks and groceries, walk across Market Street to the Great Lakes Brewing Company for lunch or dinner. They offer a varied menu with an excellent Bourbon Bread Pudding for dessert. There are tours of the brewery offered on Fridays and Saturdays. There is an outdoor dining patio. The building is also full of historical photos and information.
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Step 5
The final destination for this day trip is Edgewater State Park. There are two areas to the park, an upper and lower. One of the best views of downtown Cleveland can be had from the upper part of the part. The park has a 900-foot swimming beach, paved bicycle trails and a fitness course. A statue of Conrad Mizar, the oldest monument in Cleveland, can be found near the pavilion. Also available are a fishing pier, a boat launch, concession stand and a beautiful sunset to end the day.
