Places to see in Ohio vacation sights in Ohio Explore things to do in Ohio

Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Ohio with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Ohio sites or check out the sites in another state.

You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Ohio that have become local favorites easily with our site.

We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Ohio whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.

Dayton Art Institute

Dayton, OH

Founded in 1919, The Dayton Art Institute is one of the region’s premier fine arts museums. In addition to exhibiting outstanding special exhibitions and impressive collections of art from throughout the world, the museum is renowned for education programming that includes an array of offerings for diverse audiences.

Cox Arboretum and Gardens MetroPark

Dayton, OH

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum

Cleveland, OH

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. is the nonprofit organization that exists to educate visitors, fans and scholars from around the world about the history and continuing significance of rock and roll music. It carries out this mission through its operation of an excellent museum that collects, preserves, exhibits and interprets this art form and through its library and archives as well as its educational programs

Great Lakes Science Center

Cleveland, OH

GLSC encourages curiosity through hundreds of hands-on exhibits, the NASA Glenn Visitor Center, DOME Theater and the Steamship William G. Mather.

Carillon Historical Park

Dayton, OH

Carillon Historical Park celebrates how Dayton, Ohio, changed the world. With a hand-carved carousel, 4-D theatre, trains, slides, living history experiences, thousands of artifacts, extensive educational programming, and so much more, Carillon Historical Park brings Dayton’s past to life in a way that is fun for the whole family.

Kelton House Museum and Garden

Columbus, OH

Built by Fernando Cortez Kelton, a prosperous wholesaler of dry goods and pharmaceuticals, the Kelton House incorporates elements of the Greek Revival and Italianate styles. The garden features hedges, statuary, diverse plant specimens, lattice work and mixed perennial borders that demonstrate a Victorian sensibility. The simple beauty of the mansion’s façade, however, housed dangerous politics (for the time). Your visit to this historic building will immerse you in the Victorian experience through the eyes of the Kelton family whose continuous 120 year residence and original belongings left a discernable imprint.

The Wilds

Cumberland, OH

The Wilds is a wildlife safari park that takes you and your kids on an African Safari like experience all without ever having to leave Ohio. Board the safari transport bus with your Safari Transport Pass where one of the parks highly trained guides will take you and your family through open range animal areas that will get you up close views of rhinos, camels, giraffes, and many other wild animals. This tour lasts about four hours long and will have stops at the Lake Trail and the Mid-Sized Carnivore Conservation Center these educational stops will not only excite your children but also teach them at the same time

SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park

Dayton, OH

SunWatch features a partially reconstructed village that was inhabited nearly 800 years ago. The site also includes an Interpretive Center where guests can explore exhibits and watch a short video about the site before exploring the village.

Krohn Conservatory

Cincinnati, OH

Krohn Conservatory, was built in 1933 at the height of the Art Deco era. It’s what’s inside those aluminum and glass walls that make Krohn Conservatory truly special. You’d have to travel a good distance from Cincinnati to visit a rainforest or a desert, or come to Krohn Conservatory, Cincinnati Parks’ nationally recognized showcase of more than 3,500 plant species from around the world. Krohn changes throughout the year with special exhibits and programs, including the ever-popular “Butterfly Show,” where thousands of butterflies are free to fly throughout the show room in a specially-themed garden. You can always visit the famous rain forest waterfall and exotic plants on permanent display in the Palm, Tropical, Desert and Orchid houses as well.

Motorcycle Hall of Fame

Pickerington, OH

The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame honors the distinguished men and women who have played a vital role in shaping the sport and lifestyle of motorcycling.