Eastlake in Lake County is an often-overlooked city… which is honestly criminal, because this community has a lot to offer. Named for its location (northeast of Cleveland), this city is home to fewer than 20 thousand people. It has a small town feel with fascinating attractions, and it comes with a slower pace of life than we’re used to about 19 miles away in Cleveland. This Greater Cleveland getaway is well worth a weekend trip, as there’s much to see. Check it out:
Welcome to Eastlake, Ohio!
Eastlake Ohio Website Otherwise known as the Crown Jewel of Lake County, this charming little getaway is full of fun things to do.
Like Forest City, the landscape here is covered in trees and greenery, offering wildlife and humans the opportunity to coexist.
Erik Drost/Flickr You truly never know what you’ll see in town! This bald eagle was captured flying through the area, collecting sticks to build a nest.
For many baseball fans, a trip to Lake County Captains Classic Park is the highlight of visiting Eastlake.
Erik Drost/Flickr This fun Minor League team operates just 15 minutes away from Cleveland. If you’re not a baseball fine, you still might enjoy the concerts, watch parties, and dining experiences frequently offered at the stadium. Classic Park, OH-91, Eastlake, OH 44095, USA
And you have to check out the Boulevard of 500 Flags, which is a sight like no other.
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If you’re looking for something truly unique to do during your visit, a trip to the Croatian Heritage Museum might hit the spot.
Google Maps Here, artifacts, resources, and traditions come to life. The Croatian Heritage Museum sheds light on fascinating traditional elements like dress, food, and music. Croatian Heritage Museum, 34900 Lakeshore Blvd, Eastlake, OH 44095, USA
After you visit the local Croatian museum, you can dig into international comfort food at Dubrovnik Garden Restaurant.
Dubrovnik Garden Restaurant/Google Images Dubrovnik Garden Restaurant specializes in Croatian cuisine, which truly ties the experience together. Their soups are the perfect way to warm up in the colder months, but the schnitzel is a fan favorite. Dubrovnik Garden Restaurant, 34900 Lakeshore Blvd, Eastlake, OH 44095, USA
If you’re looking for a place to stay during your weekend excursion, Homestead House Bed & Breakfast in nearby Willoughby is like a fairytale.
Jen Doyle/Google Images Historic and welcoming, Homestead House Bed & Breakfast is a home fit for royalty. This Italianate Victorian was built in 1884, and its Victorian furniture will take you back in time… but Jacuzzi tubs provide the luxuries of the modern era. Homestead House Bed & Breakfast, 38111 W Spaulding St, Willoughby, OH 44094, USA
And there are plenty of glorious parks in and around Eastlake that are worth visiting.
Kmodoe/Google Images Pictured here is Sunset Park. As the name suggests, this park is best enjoyed reclining on a blanket at dusk. The views over the lake are downright breathtaking! Sunset Park, Willoughby, OH 44094, USA
There’s also quite a bit of culture, which many appreciate exploring in nearby Downtown Willoughby Historic District.
MB/Google Images The lovely Downtown Willoughby Historic District is filled to the brim with shopping, dining, architecture, socializing, and so much more. These Victorian streets will take you back in time. Downtown Willoughby Historic District, Unnamed Road, Willoughby, OH 44094, USA
You’re going to love this cool community.
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There’s much to love about this Greater Cleveland getaway. What do you recommend in Eastlake? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
Eastlake Ohio Website
Otherwise known as the Crown Jewel of Lake County, this charming little getaway is full of fun things to do.
Erik Drost/Flickr
You truly never know what you’ll see in town! This bald eagle was captured flying through the area, collecting sticks to build a nest.
This fun Minor League team operates just 15 minutes away from Cleveland. If you’re not a baseball fine, you still might enjoy the concerts, watch parties, and dining experiences frequently offered at the stadium.
Classic Park, OH-91, Eastlake, OH 44095, USA
Steven Jamison/Google Images
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Here, artifacts, resources, and traditions come to life. The Croatian Heritage Museum sheds light on fascinating traditional elements like dress, food, and music.
Croatian Heritage Museum, 34900 Lakeshore Blvd, Eastlake, OH 44095, USA
Dubrovnik Garden Restaurant/Google Images
Dubrovnik Garden Restaurant specializes in Croatian cuisine, which truly ties the experience together. Their soups are the perfect way to warm up in the colder months, but the schnitzel is a fan favorite.
Dubrovnik Garden Restaurant, 34900 Lakeshore Blvd, Eastlake, OH 44095, USA
Jen Doyle/Google Images
Historic and welcoming, Homestead House Bed & Breakfast is a home fit for royalty. This Italianate Victorian was built in 1884, and its Victorian furniture will take you back in time… but Jacuzzi tubs provide the luxuries of the modern era.
Homestead House Bed & Breakfast, 38111 W Spaulding St, Willoughby, OH 44094, USA
Kmodoe/Google Images
Pictured here is Sunset Park. As the name suggests, this park is best enjoyed reclining on a blanket at dusk. The views over the lake are downright breathtaking!
Sunset Park, Willoughby, OH 44094, USA
MB/Google Images
The lovely Downtown Willoughby Historic District is filled to the brim with shopping, dining, architecture, socializing, and so much more. These Victorian streets will take you back in time.
Downtown Willoughby Historic District, Unnamed Road, Willoughby, OH 44094, USA
Nick81aku/Wikimedia Commons
Looking for more Northeast Ohio day trips? Head out to Amish Country’s Berlin for more family fun close to home.
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