Plan Your Trip to Cleveland

Make the most of your time (or extend your trip into the weekend!), and check out a few of Cleveland’s main attractions.

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We Can't Wait to Welcome You to Cleveland

While you’re here for the Marketing AI Conference, you’ll also be in one of the country's most vibrant cities. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

If you can come in early or extend your trip afterward, Cleveland offers incredible dining, lakefront views, world-class arts, and unique local experiences, all within easy reach of the conference venue.

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite, a relaxing walk, or a night out, check out the resources on this page to make the most of your off-hours in The Land.

Download our guide ➡️  and then see below for more! 

Getting Here

MAICON 2027: Oct. 5–7 (AI for CMOs begins Oct. 4)

The Venue

Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
300 Lakeside Ave. E., Cleveland, OH 44113

Where to Stay

Book in the MAICON room block for discounted rates. Room blocks (opening soon) close in mid-September 2027. See hotel options

Flying In

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is about 20 minutes from downtown by car. The RTA Red Line also runs from the airport to Tower City downtown.

Cleveland-Sign


Eat & Drink

Cleveland's dining scene blends innovative flavors with local flair. Here are a few standouts for every occasion.

Steaks & Seafood

  • Alley Cat Oyster Bar · Fresh seafood with riverfront views Reservations
  • Blue Point Grille · A Cleveland seafood institution Reservations
  • Cleveland Chop · Steaks, chops and hearty American fare Reservations
  • Fahrenheit · Chef Rocco Whalen's modern American creations Reservations
  • Marble Room · Glamorous fine dining in a restored bank building Reservations
  • RED Downtown · Upscale steakhouse experience Reservations

Global Flavors

Casual & Local Favorites

  • Betts · Healthy whole foods, beautifully presented Reservations
  • Butcher and the Brewer · Communal dining and house-brewed beers Reservations
  • Cordelia · Heritage-rich, locally sourced dishes Reservations
  • Flannery's · Irish-American watering hole
  • Juneberry Table · Cozy, locally loved brunch spot
  • Larder · James Beard-nominated Jewish Eastern European delicatessen and bakery
  • Mabel's BBQ · Michael Symon's Cleveland-style barbecue

Cocktails

  • Bar 32 · Rooftop cocktails and skyline views
  • Society Lounge · Speakeasy vibes with craft cocktails

Looking for more? Explore Cleveland's full dining scene

Essentials

Coffee, groceries or a quick pharmacy run (hopefully you won't need it).

Coffee

Groceries & Pharmacies

See & Do

Sports, art, music or the outdoors: Cleveland has something for everyone.

Arts & Culture

History & Landmarks

Family-Friendly Fun

Cleveland Sports

Check schedules for the week of Oct. 4–7, 2027.

Outdoors & Lakefront

Only in CLE

More Ways to Plan Your Visit

Start with Destination Cleveland for the full guide to the city, then check out these favorites:

We look forward to showing you around!

 

Come for MAICON. Stay for Cleveland.

Three days of AI learning, plus a city worth exploring.