Oct 25, 2025 Day Trip: Tallmadge → ODDMALL (Akron) → Maize Valley (Hartville) → Hudson's Restaurant → AMICI (North Royalton) → Downtown Cleveland Ghost Tour
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Day 1: Tallmadge → Cleveland
Tallmadge to Downtown Cleveland, USA on October 25, 2025
Spend one hour exploring ODDMALL’s mix of antiques, collectibles, and quirky vendors — great for unique finds and quick shopping. Confirm ODDMALL’s weekend hours for Oct 25 (many vendor malls open by mid-morning).
Depart ODDMALL and drive to Maize Valley in Hartville; expect roughly a 20–35 minute drive depending on traffic and parking. This positions you for an early afternoon winery visit.
Enjoy two hours of wine tasting, browsing the farm market, and sampling seasonal items at Maize Valley — a relaxed autumn vineyard/farm experience with photo ops. Check Maize Valley’s Oct 25 hours and tasting reservation requirements ahead of time.
Leave Maize Valley for downtown Hudson; plan about 25–35 minutes drive time depending on route. Use this leg to call Hudson’s Restaurant if you want to confirm a table.
Have a one-hour lunch at Hudson’s Restaurant in downtown Hudson, enjoying seasonal and locally sourced dishes in a classic Hudson setting; it’s a great spot for a leisurely midday meal. Verify Hudson’s Restaurant hours for Oct 25 and consider a reservation for weekend lunch.
Drive from Hudson to AMICI Italian in North Royalton; estimate about 35–45 minutes depending on traffic. This gets you to an early dinner slot while leaving time for the evening drive into Cleveland.
Enjoy one hour at AMICI Italian for classic pizzas, pasta, and antipasti — a satisfying pre-evening meal. Weekends can be busy; a short reservation or early arrival is recommended.
Drive north to downtown Cleveland and the Hilton; expect roughly 35–50 minutes depending on traffic. Arriving earlier gives you buffer time for a relaxed evening before the scheduled 8:00pm check-in and tour.
Use the 1 hour 45 minute window to walk Public Square, visit the riverfront or grab coffee — a flexible buffer in case earlier stops ran long. Confirm closing times for any specific downtown attraction if you plan to visit.
Check in to the Hilton at 8:00pm and take a few minutes to freshen up before heading out for the evening tour; have your reservation and ID ready for a smooth check-in. If you can check in earlier online, you may drop bags sooner.
Join the Phantom Parade guided ghost tour through downtown Cleveland for spooky local history and haunted tales — the tour typically runs ~45 minutes and finishes around 9:00pm. Weekend tours can fill up; confirm the exact start time and bring your booking confirmation for Oct 25.
After the tour, return to the Hilton for a nightcap or snack at the hotel bar, or explore nearby nightlife if you’d like to continue. Check bar/restaurant closing times if planning to stay out late.