The Cleveland Botanical Gardens is one of the best ways to spend a day. For just $7.50 for an adult ticket, there's a diversity of things to explore and do.
In the main area, there's a sweltering rainforest-type environment with butterflies, chameleons, and a gigantic tortise roaming free, plus colorful flowers and trees with huge trunks, and a waterfall and stream.
Outside, there's a huge Japanese garden with statues and bridges reminiscent of traditional architecture. It's a long, cool walk in the shade.
Oftentimes, there are special events such as an orchid show, with gorgeous and rare orchids being displayed and sold.
Overall, the Cleveland Botanical Gardens is a blast and makes for excellent photos.
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