The Surprising Town Near Cleveland That Makes An Excellent Weekend Getaway

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 weekend getaway near Cleveland is well worth a weekend trip, as there's much to see. Check it out:

Welcome to Eastlake, Ohio!

Otherwise known as the Crown Jewel of Lake County, this charming little getaway is full of fun things to do. If you're looking for "cool things to see near me," you must come here!

Like Forest City, the landscape here is covered in trees and greenery, offering wildlife and humans the opportunity to coexist.

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.

There are so many things to do in Eastlake, Ohio. For instance, for many baseball fans, a trip to Lake County Captains Classic Park is the highlight of visiting Eastlake.

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.

And you have to check out the Boulevard of 500 Flags, which is a sight like no other.

If you're looking for something truly unique to do during your visit, a trip to the Croatian Heritage Museum might hit the spot.

Here, artifacts, resources, and traditions come to life. The Croatian Heritage Museum sheds light on fascinating traditional elements like dress, food, and music.

After you visit the local Croatian museum, you can dig into international comfort food at Dubrovnik Garden Restaurant.

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.

There are also plenty of glorious parks in and around Eastlake that are worth visiting.

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!

There's also quite a bit of culture, which many appreciate exploring in the nearby Downtown Willoughby Historic District.

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.

You're going to love this cool community for a small-town getaway near Cleveland!

There's much to love about Eastlake for a weekend getaway near Cleveland. What do you recommend in Eastlake? We'd love to hear your thoughts! And if you're looking for a place to stay in Eastlake, book a reservation at Four Points by Sheraton Cleveland-Eastlake!

Looking for more Northeast Ohio day trips? Head out to Amish Country's Berlin for more family fun close to home.