Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland

Name: Great Lakes Science Center
Address: 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, 44114, United States
Telephone: +1 216-694-2000

#13 among attractions in Cleveland

Museum, Cinema, Science museum

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Facts and practical information

The Great Lakes Science Center is a museum and educational facility in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Many of the exhibits document the features of the natural environment in the Great Lakes region of the United States. The facility includes signature and traveling exhibits, meeting space, a cafe, and an IMAX Dome theater. ()

Established: 1996 (28 years ago)Coordinates: 41°30'27"N, 81°41'48"W

Address

601 Erieside AveDowntown Cleveland (North Coast Harbor)Cleveland 44114 United States

Contact

+1 216-694-2000

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Day trips

Great Lakes Science Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, FirstEnergy Stadium, Cleveland Arcade, Public Square.

~510 ftNE
Iconic locale filled with music exhibits
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland
3 min walk • The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame stands as a beacon of music history in the vibrant city of Cleveland, Ohio. This museum is not just a tribute to the genre but a dynamic chronicle of the cultural impact rock and roll has had since its inception.
~920 ftSW
Sport venue, Sport
FirstEnergy Stadium, Cleveland
5 min walk • FirstEnergy Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Cleveland, Ohio, United States, primarily for American football. It is the home field of the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League, and serves as a venue for other events such as college and high school football, soccer, and concerts.
0.6 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Cleveland Arcade, Cleveland
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Cleveland, the Cleveland Arcade is a historic architectural marvel that beckons visitors with its grandeur and elegance. Opened in 1890, this two-story arcade was one of the first indoor shopping malls in America and has since been a...
0.6 miS
Large open city plaza and events hub
Public Square, Cleveland
15 min walk • Public Square is the central plaza of Cleveland, Ohio, and a key fixture in the city's urban landscape. This expansive park, which spans 6.5 acres, is not only a green oasis amidst the bustling cityscape but also a hub of cultural and social activity.
0.4 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Galleria at Erieview, Cleveland
11 min walk • The Galleria at Erieview is a two floor shopping mall that opened in 1987 in Cleveland, Ohio, United States, on the east side of the city's downtown. It is adjacent to the Erieview Tower, a 40-story office building. The Galleria is a few blocks away from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
0.7 miS
Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
JACK Cleveland Casino, Cleveland
18 min walk • Jack Cleveland Casino is a casino in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, owned by Vici Properties and operated by Jack Entertainment.
~1720 ftSE
Park
The Mall, Cleveland
9 min walk • The Cleveland Mall is a landscaped public park in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. One of the most complete examples of City Beautiful design in the United States, the park is a historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
~1770 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport
Public Auditorium, Cleveland
9 min walk • Public Auditorium is a multi-purpose performing arts, entertainment, sports, and exposition facility located in the civic center district of downtown Cleveland, Ohio. The 10,000-capacity main auditorium shares its stage with a second venue housed at the facility: the 3,000-capacity Music Hall.
0.7 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Tower City Center, Cleveland
18 min walk • Tower City Center is a large mixed-use facility in Downtown Cleveland, Ohio, on its Public Square.
0.4 miSE
Monuments and statues, Fountain
Fountain of Eternal Life, Cleveland
12 min walk • The Fountain of Eternal Life, also known as the War Memorial Fountain and Peace Arising from the Flames of War, is a statue and fountain in downtown Cleveland, Ohio designed by Cleveland Institute of Art graduate Marshall Fredericks and dedicated on May 30, 1964.
~1710 ftNE
World War II-era sub open in the summer
USS Cod, Cleveland
9 min walk • USS Cod is a Gato-class submarine, the only vessel of the United States Navy to be named for the cod, an important and very popular food fish of the North Atlantic and North Pacific.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Great Lakes Science Center open?

Great Lakes Science Center is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Great Lakes Science Center?

Nearby attractions include North Coast Harbor, Cleveland (2 min walk), Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland (3 min walk), Rock & Dock at North Coast Harbor Marina, Cleveland (3 min walk), SS William G. Mather, Cleveland (4 min walk).

How to get to Great Lakes Science Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Great Lakes Science Center:

Light rail

Amtrak • Lines: 67Ax, 67AX Blue, Blue, Green (4 min walk)
East 9th–North Coast • Lines: 67Ax, 67AX Blue, Blue, Green (5 min walk)

Train

Cleveland (4 min walk)

Bus

79 A/B 51A/B/C 22 26 (17 min walk)
East 6th Street (17 min walk)

Metro

Tower City • Lines: Red (18 min walk)