Ohio and Erie Canal, Cleveland

Name: Ohio and Erie Canal
Address: Cleveland, United States

#13 among attractions in Cleveland

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The Ohio and Erie Canal was a canal constructed during the 1820s and early 1830s in Ohio. It connected Akron with the Cuyahoga River near its outlet on Lake Erie in Cleveland, and a few years later, with the Ohio River near Portsmouth. It also had connections to other canal systems in Pennsylvania. ()

Alternative names: Length: 308 miCoordinates: 41°29'40"N, 81°42'10"W

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Downtown Cleveland (The Flats)Cleveland United States

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Ohio and Erie Canal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Progressive Field, FirstEnergy Stadium, Cleveland Arcade, Quicken Loans Arena.

0.9 miE
Sport venue, Sport
Progressive Field, Cleveland
24 min walk • Progressive Field is a Major League Baseball stadium located in the downtown area of Cleveland, Ohio, United States. It is the home field of the Cleveland Guardians and, together with Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, is part of the Gateway Sports and Entertainment Complex.
0.8 miN
Sport venue, Sport
FirstEnergy Stadium, Cleveland
22 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.
0.8 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Cleveland Arcade, Cleveland
20 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...
0.8 miE
Sport venue, Sport
Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland
20 min walk • Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse is a multi-purpose arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The building is the home of the Cleveland Cavaliers of the National Basketball Association and the Cleveland Monsters of the American Hockey League.
0.7 miS
Shopping, Flea market, Historical place
West Side Market, Cleveland
18 min walk • Nestled in the historic Ohio City neighborhood, the West Side Market stands as a vibrant hub of culinary diversity and fresh produce in Cleveland, Ohio. This bustling fresh food market has been the heart and soul of the local community since its doors first opened...
0.6 miNE
Large open city plaza and events hub
Public Square, Cleveland
16 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.
1 miN
Museum, Cinema, Science museum
Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland
25 min walk • 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.
0.6 miNE
Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
JACK Cleveland Casino, Cleveland
15 min walk • Jack Cleveland Casino is a casino in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, owned by Vici Properties and operated by Jack Entertainment.
0.8 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
Public Auditorium, Cleveland
21 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.
0.5 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Tower City Center, Cleveland
14 min walk • Tower City Center is a large mixed-use facility in Downtown Cleveland, Ohio, on its Public Square.
~870 ftN
Tanks dedicated to global marine life
Greater Cleveland Aquarium, Cleveland
5 min walk • The Greater Cleveland Aquarium is an aquarium in Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Occupying the historic FirstEnergy Powerhouse building located on the west bank of the Cuyahoga River in the city's Flats district, the aquarium, which opened in January 2012, consists of approximately 70,000...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ohio and Erie Canal?

Nearby attractions include Detroit–Superior Bridge, Cleveland (1 min walk), Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica, Cleveland (4 min walk), Greater Cleveland Aquarium, Cleveland (5 min walk), The Crittenden, Cleveland (7 min walk).

How to get to Ohio and Erie Canal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ohio and Erie Canal:

Light rail

Settlers Landing • Lines: 67Ax, 67AX Blue, Blue, Green (5 min walk)
Flats East Bank • Lines: 67Ax, 67AX Blue, Blue, Green (9 min walk)

Bus

79 A/B 51A/B/C 22 26 (11 min walk)
East 6th Street (21 min walk)

Metro

Tower City • Lines: Red (13 min walk)
West 25th–Ohio City • Lines: Red (18 min walk)

Train

Cleveland (22 min walk)