Top Things to do in Lake County
Top Hotels in Lake County
- 1. Hampton Inn Madison
- 2. Best Western Plus Mentor-Cleveland Northeast
- 3. Red Roof Inn Cleveland - Mentor/ Willoughby
- 4. Comfort Inn
- 5. Wingate by Wyndham Mentor OH
- 6. Hampton Inn & Suites Cleveland-Mentor
- 7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Painesville - Concord
- 9. Steele Mansion Inn & Gathering Hub
- 10. Residence Inn by Marriott Cleveland Mentor
What to do and see in Lake County, Lake County: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Lake County, United States including Canopy Walk & Emergent Tower, Eastlake City Hall, Fairport Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse, James A. Garfield National Historic Site, Historic Kirtland, Lake Metroparks Farmpark, Classic Park, Squire's Castle, Lake County Speedway, Wildwood Cultural Center.
Restaurants in Lake County
1. Canopy Walk & Emergent Tower
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By LisaMarieOhio - Parma, United States
The Emergent Tower is fabulous, definitely worth climbing up the winding stairs to get a view above the tree line. The Canopy Walk was ok, a bit shorter then I expected but fun and relaxing.
2. Eastlake City Hall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By wheels200 - Eastlake, United States
If in the area, the doors are open to the public to walk through to view pictures of the history of Eastlake and/or conduct business. You can also view old City Hall relocated across the street. In the summer you can enjoy concerts, car shows, and the 500 flags containing names of servicemen who have fought for our country. In the area behind City Hall is a piece of the twin towers on display.
3. Fairport Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse
4. James A. Garfield National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 361 reviews
The site is made up of a visitors' center, as well as the 20-room farmhouse Garfield lived in with his wife and five children.
Reviewed By ELO_Ohio - Shelby, United States
What a nice surprise this historic site turned out to be! The Garfield National Historic Site offered one of the more informative and entertaining tours I’ve been on in quite some time. The staff here really love their jobs and take great pride in interacting with visitors. Nice museum and film. Grounds well kept. Of course the focal point of the historic site is the Garfield house - an impressive structure that houses tons of authentic artifacts to the Garfield family, including the first presidential library. Kids were free; adults $10. Well worth it. If you are in the area, don’t miss this NHS dedicated to a man whom - had he lived - might have been one of America’s greatest presidents.
5. Historic Kirtland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
Historic Site and Visitors Center with historic village from the 1830's featuring a sawmill, ashery, country store and historic home sites.
Reviewed By SherriOhio - Northfield, United States
I went during the Christmas season to see the Nativities from around the world. They were interesting and there were lots of them. This is free to view and worth the stop if you are in the area. I am told that they have different ones each year. In the lobby they have a large nativity. I have been there two separate years and it has been hand made and nicely done. They also have some lights outside. It is not very large so it would take you about a half hour to an hour to look around. It depends on how long you view the nativities.
6. Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Lake Metroparks Farmpark is a family-oriented science and cultural center devoted to agriculture, farming and country life. Visitors can experience milking hands-on with our dairy cows. Machine-milking is also demonstrated. Learn how cheese is made and on weekends and during special events you even may help make ice cream the old-fashioned way! Discover pigs, sheep, chickens, rabbits and even a turkey In the Well Bred Shed. Horse- or tractor-drawn wagon rides are the mode of transportation throughout the park. Meet dozens of breeds of livestock including llamas, alpacas, chickens, pigs and goats in the Barnyard. The arena is home to the horses at Farmpark. We have all sizes including draft horses, light horses and miniatures. Explore the Plant Science Center which houses the Great Tomato Works hydroponic exhibit, and a greenhouse. Watch the border collie at Farmpark help to keep the sheep together as they move from one end of the field to the other in our sheep herding demonstrations (offered mid-April through mid-October, weather permitting). The fleece from the sheep is used for its fibers to make sweaters, fiber-art, and other wearables. Watch the sheep be shorn and touch the fleece and feel the lanolin on your fingers during sheep shearing demonstrations (offered mid-May through Memorial Day). Discover modern and antique tractors and farm equipment used on the farm in the Farm Technology building. Harvest activities take place in Field Crop. Discover corn fields, wheat fields, and learn how apple cider is pressed and taste apple butter seasonally. See hands-on how the soil is tilled, wheat and corn fields are cared for and harvested by the farmer. Put your sense of direction to the test as you wind your way through a multitude of twists and turns through a three-acre corn maze. The maze is open daily mid-August through mid-October, weather and field conditions permitting.
Reviewed By LSQRD1 - Kent, United States
This is a great place for animal lovers of all ages. There are some really nifty play areas for kids including a unique water features. Many different animals to see and friendly staff. A local gem.
7. Classic Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Classic Park is the home of the Lake County Captains, the Single A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. The Captains play 70 home games at Classic Park from the beginning of April through Labor Day weekend. Tickets are only $8 for children and seniors and $9 for adults. Catch one of the 20+ fireworks show at the ballpark on Fridays and Saturdays and have a blast with fun and affordable family fun.
Reviewed By wheels200 - Eastlake, United States
Being a season ticket holder, you not only watch a minor league game, but have the opportunity of meeting the players and obtaining autographs, participate in on the field games, win actual player jerseys, and enjoy good company and food at a reasonable price. The park is modern and clean and the staff is very helpful. You can also take in the Miracle League game on weekends in their new adaptive stadium just outside Classic Park at no cost. Great place for family fun. Can't beat the price!
8. Squire's Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By BuckeyeAdventures - Cleveland, United States
Visiting the castle takes about 15min, so plan on doing something extra when you're going there. I saw people hiking, biking, having a picnic, playing frisbee, taking pictures or just strolling around.
9. Lake County Speedway
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 22 reviews
As the smallest track in NASCAR, Lake County Speedway features some of the best racing action and also the only weekly Figure Eight racing in Ohio. Race season begins in late April and lasts until mid-October. During the week be sure to visit the track for public go-kart rentals on Wednesdays.
10. Wildwood Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
Wildwood Cultural Center & Park is Mentor's finest cultural gem. The estate and manor house were built by the John G. Oliver family in 1908. Part of the National Register of Historic Homes. The 34-acre estate, filled with stately trees and beautiful gardens, includes hiking trails, barrier-free restrooms, picnic and a wildlife area. Available for seminars, weddings and other events.
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