The Flats Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and a large white archway.
A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and greenery.
A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and a construction site.
A river with a large white boat docked at a pier, a blue bridge, and a small island with buildings.
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Stay near popular The Flats attractions

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Greater Cleveland Aquarium

8.8/10 (138 reviews)
Sleep with the fishes overnight, dive with sharks and eels in a tank and take home exceptional souvenirs and unforgettable memories.
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Activities

Cleveland: Eerie Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

Phantom's Parade on Prospect: Cleveland Ghost Tours

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Phantom's Parade on Prospect: Cleveland Ghost Tours
Phantom's Parade on Prospect: Cleveland Ghost Tours

Phantom's Parade on Prospect: Cleveland Ghost Tours

AU$37
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Phantom's Parade on Prospect: Cleveland Ghost Tours
Group in vintage clothes at escape room game

The Clockwork Caper Escape Room (Victorian/Steampunk theme)

AU$55
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
The Clockwork Caper Escape Room (Victorian/Steampunk theme)
Cleveland Browns Football Game at Cleveland Browns Stadium

Cleveland Browns Football Game at Cleveland Browns Stadium

AU$206
per adult
Cleveland Browns Football Game at Cleveland Browns Stadium
Cleveland Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Cleveland Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

AU$14
per adult
Cleveland Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Walking tour of Cleveland

Walking tour of Cleveland

AU$70
per adult
Walking tour of Cleveland
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Our pick of the best The Flats Hotel Deals

The Westin Cleveland Downtown

The Westin Cleveland Downtown

4 out of 5
777 Saint Clair Ave Ne Cleveland OH
The price is AU$234 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$234
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Westin Cleveland Downtown
Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland

Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland

3 out of 5
15471 Royalton Rd Strongsville OH
The price is AU$133 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$133
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Strongsville. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,713 reviews)
"Simple basic room. Quiet. Close to freeway and gas station. Would return to stay. Didn't get to catch the complimentary breakfast. Mini fridge. Iron. Blow dryer."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Cleveland - Independence

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Cleveland - Independence

2.5 out of 5
6025 Jefferson Dr Independence OH
The price is AU$135 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$135
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,811 reviews)
"Nice hotel ata great price. Quiet and safe neighborhood"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Cleveland - Independence
Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
651 Huron Rd E Cleveland OH
The price is AU$168 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$168
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,943 reviews)
"Absolutely AWESOME location! Use parking garage across the street."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG
Wyndham Independence

Wyndham Independence

4 out of 5
6200 Quarry Lane Independence OH
The price is AU$105 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$105
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cleveland Metroparks Zoo ...
Wyndham Independence
Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown

4 out of 5
1380 East 6th Street Cleveland OH
The price is AU$260 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$260
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cleveland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in The Flats

Find the best The Flats areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Cleveland

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few things travellers love about Downtown Cleveland. Sights like Cleveland Public Auditorium and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cleveland area at Tower City-Public Square Station.

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Ohio City

The restaurants and live music make Ohio City worth a stop. Make a stop by West Side Market, and jump on the metro at West 25th-Ohio City Station to get around the area.

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Cuyahoga Valley

While you're in Cuyahoga Valley, take in top sights like Cuyahoga River and jump on the metro at East 34th-Campus Station to see more of the city.

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Tremont

If you're spending some time in Tremont, Christmas Story House and Liminis Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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Gateway District

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Gateway District. A stop by Rocket Arena or Progressive Field might round out your trip.

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