25 Family Friendly Indoor Things To Do Around Cleveland - The Cleveland Moms

With Cleveland weather, it’s always a great idea to keep a list of indoor things to do whether it’s rain, snow, wind, or whatever else comes our way. Here are some great ways to stay indoors & have a super fun no matter what the season is.

Be sure to check out the Indoor Toddler list for even more options!

As always, it’s a good idea to check directly with each location for admission/hours at this time. 

 

1. CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO RAINFOREST – tap for more info

Visit the rainforest at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. A beautiful place to be when it’s too hot outside or rainy.

2. GREATER CLEVELAND AQUARIUM – tap for more info

Touch some stingrays & more at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium.

3. GREAT LAKES SCIENCE CENTER – tap for more info

Get your science on at the Great Lakes Science Center. You can also catch a movie at the Cleveland Clinic DOME Theater.

4. ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME – tap for more info

Check out all the amazing musical history exhibits the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has – Cleveland residents get in for free!

5. CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY – tap for more info

There are some portions open during the remodel – be sure to visit the new Visitor Hall!

6. CLEVELAND BOTANICAL GARDEN – tap for more info

The beautiful gardens are open year round – rain or shine! A wonderful indoor place to explore.

7. B.A. SWEETIES – tap for more info

Visit the largest candy store in North America. Kids will have fun pushing little carts made for their shopping extravaganza!

8. CLEVELAND HISTORY CENTER – tap for more info

Love Cleveland? Visit Cleveland History Center to learn new things & visit the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, a must-see for any car lover!

9. CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART – tap for more info

Our beautiful art museum has an area just for kids (ArtLens Gallery) with interactive things to do!

10. COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER – tap for more info

Explore community art making – drop in hours Friday through Sunday!

11. WEST SIDE MARKET – tap for more info

Shop local & pick up amazing ingredients to make a delicious dinner at home.

12. A CHRISTMAS STORY HOUSE – tap for more info

Get back into the holiday season with a trip to the Christmas Story House.

13. CLEVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY – MAIN BRANCH – tap for more info

Visit the main branch & see the beautiful view from the 10th floor observation deck.

14. INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S AIR & SPACE MUSEUM – tap for more info

Always free admission  – a great place for plane loving kiddos!

15. WESTERN RESERVE FIRE MUSEUM – tap for more info

The Fire Museum’s mission is to provide a first-class regional fire museum & education center while preserving the history of the fire service and their historic building.

16. VIST A NATURE CENTER – tap for more info

With 10+ nature centers around (which are FREE), they are a great place to burn off some energy indoors!

17. VISIT A TRAMPOLINE PARK – tap for more info

With quite a few options around Cleveland, burning some energy at a trampoline park is a great indoor activity!

18. VIST AN INDOOR PLAY CENTER – tap for more info

There are so many great indoor play centers for a cold or rainy day!

19. UNLEASH YOUR INNER DETECTIVE AT AN ESCAPE ROOM – tap for more info

Challenge yourself to an escape room!

20. MILLER NATURE PRESERVE – tap for more info

Visit the 5000 square foot conservatory & see multiple displays of beautiful plant specimens from all over the world in Avon.

21. VISIT ROCKEFELLER GREENHOUSE – tap for more info

This FREE greenhouse is a great way to spend a cold or rainy day!

22. GO ROCK CLIMBING – tap for more info

Check out the Adventure Park list for a variety of places to try your hand at rock climbing.

23. TRANSFORMER STATION – tap for more info *temporarily closed*

Transformer Station is a vibrant center for the visual and performing arts, where the Cleveland Museum of Art presents the work of emerging artists, time-based media, live music, and dynamic social experiences in Ohio City’s Hingetown neighborhood.

24. VISIT A FUN LIBRARY PLAY SPACE – tap for more info

We are so lucky to have such wonderful libraries around & many have great play spaces to explore!

25. CHECK OUT AN INDOOR ATTRACTION – tap for more info

There is a HUGE variety of indoor attractions around Cleveland. From bowling to roller skating, you’ll find something fun to do when the day calls for an indoor activity.

 

For more indoor fun ideas, visit the INDOOR FUN section of TheClevelandMoms.com HERE.

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