North Randall, Ohio, puts you within driving distance of John Carroll University and the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage. This guide covers local transit, campus visits and museum logistics so you can plan time around the places you want to see.
- John Carroll University is in University Heights, 9 miles east of downtown Cleveland.
- The Maltz Museum is in Beachwood.
- The RTA offers one-trip, all-day and multi-day fare options.
Getting oriented in North Randall
John Carroll University is in University Heights, 9 miles east of downtown Cleveland, while the Maltz Museum is in Beachwood.
Getting around the area
The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) provides local bus and rail service in the area. Its regular fares include $2.50 for one trip and $5.00 for an all-day fare; regular passes include $12.50 for 5 trips, $25.00 for 7 days and $95.00 for a month.
Cash fares require exact change, and operators do not make change. Check the RTA's official site before you go for current fares and service information.
North Randall also provides a free senior bus service for elderly residents travelling to appointments, meetings or other destinations. It runs Monday through Friday, and rides must be scheduled by calling (216) 662-0430.
Visiting John Carroll University
John Carroll University is in University Heights. Its guided campus tour includes an admission overview and lasts about two hours; tours are offered on weekdays and select Saturdays. You can find visitor details in this John Carroll University campus visit guide.
Visitors to the Office of Admission may park in designated spaces next to and near Rodman Hall. The office is on the second floor, and accessible parking spaces are available. Local bus and rail service is provided by the RTA.
A visit to the Maltz Museum
The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage is at 2929 Richmond Road in Beachwood. Its exhibits include An American Story, about the Jewish American immigrant experience, and the Temple-Tifereth Israel Gallery, featuring Jewish art and religious artifacts.
The museum is about 11 minutes by car from Economy Inn North Randall, making a North Randall hotel room a base for a museum visit.
Regular hours are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM, and Wednesday from 11 AM to 9 PM; the museum is closed Monday. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors age 60 and up and students age 12 and up, and $5 for children ages 5–11.
Children age 4 and under and museum members enter free. Visitors with a SNAP, EBT or WIC card can receive free general admission through Museums for All by presenting the card and a valid photo ID.
The museum is accessible via I-271 or I-480. Visitor photography is allowed with restrictions: flash and non-handheld equipment are not permitted, and special exhibits may have copyright restrictions; the Maltz Museum visitor guide has further details. Check the official site before you go for current hours, admission and visitor policies.
Planning trips beyond North Randall
For a longer outing, a Cedar Point day trip from North Randall is another possibility to plan separately. If you are arriving by air, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is about a 28-minute drive.
FAQs
Does North Randall have public transportation?
Yes. The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority provides local bus and rail service. North Randall also runs a free senior bus service for elderly residents on weekdays, with rides scheduled by phone.
How long is a guided tour at John Carroll University?
The guided campus tour lasts about two hours and includes an admission overview. It is offered on weekdays and select Saturdays.
When is the Maltz Museum open?
The museum is closed Monday. It opens from 11 AM to 5 PM Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and from 11 AM to 9 PM Wednesday.