Things to Do in Ohio in 2025

Columbus featuring a memorial, a city and a statue or sculpture

Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens which includes a garden and interior views as well as a couple

Columbus which includes a pond, a park and a city

Cleveland Museum of Art featuring interior views and art as well as a couple

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What to do in Ohio

Discover the most popular places to visit in Ohio

Cedar Point

4.5/5(661 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Cedar Point and see why people love this theme park in Sandusky. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Ohio State University

4.5/5(1,159 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Ohio State University, a top college in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Kings Island

4.5/5(636 reviews)

This award-winning amusement and water park in Mason has more than 80 thrilling rides and attractions.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

4.5/5(1,043 reviews)

Discover the music and memorabilia from the greatest rock bands in the world and find out why Cleveland is so important to the world of Rock and Roll.

Great American Ball Park

4.5/5(536 reviews)

Catch an event at Great American Ball Park during your trip to Cincinnati. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a baseball game.

Behold, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in all its wiener-wonderment!

There are currently eight Wienermobiles gallivanting across county commandeered by Hotdoggers passing out Wienerwhistles to wiener fanatics.

The Wienermobile made a stop at the NHL All Star Fan Festival in Columbus. What's the connection between hockey and wieners? Well, Oscar Mayer is owned by Kraft and Kraft has a promotion called Hockeyville in which communities compete to demonstrate their commitment to the sport of ice hockey. The winning community gets a cash prize dedicated to upgrading their local home arena, as well as host an NHL preseason game.

Greater Columbus Convention Center

4.5/5(614 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening at Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention center in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Huntington Bank Field

4.5/5(294 reviews)

Catch an event at Huntington Bank Field during your trip to Cleveland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

4.5/5(688 reviews)

Have the African jungle, the Australian outback and the wildlife of the world at your fingertips at this acclaimed city zoo.

Nationwide Arena

4.5/5(595 reviews)

Catch an event at Nationwide Arena during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Ohio

Terminal Tower which includes railway items and heritage architecture

Downtown Cleveland

Diverse architecture and subdistricts define this central business area, offering various dining, retail, and entertainment options. Explore Playhouse Square, Public Square, and North Coast Harbor's attractions, with convenient access via the HealthLine and Waterfront Line Rapid stations.

Downtown Cincinnati

Discover historic architecture and districts in the heart of the city, with museums like the Contemporary Arts Center and National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Enjoy waterfront dining at The Banks, and take in the views from Carew Tower's observation deck.

Santa Maria showing a bay or harbor and heritage elements

Downtown Columbus

Enjoy entertainment options like theaters, concerts, and the Scioto Mile's riverfront parks in this central business district with towering buildings and various educational institutions.

Bibibop Asian Grill is the Asian equivalent of the Chipotle style of dining.

A bowl filled with wild purple rice, bean sprouts, sauteed potatoes, chicken, cucumber, lettuce, carrot, daikon, cheese, corn and egg topped with yum yum sauce.

Polaris

Polaris is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while in the area.

This place used to be the home of the US Playing Card Company, there are great abandoned building photos all over the internet but it’s locked up tight now and the police even cruised by in the 10 minutes we were there. #ontheroad

Norwood

Unique features of Norwood include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Rookwood Commons or Drake Planetarium while you're exploring the area.

Greater Cleveland Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

Ohio City

Historic West Side Market and Ohio City Fresh Food Collaborative offer unique shopping experiences, while craft breweries like Hansa Brewing and Market Garden Brewery quench your thirst. Explore the Transformer Station, St. John's Episcopal Church, and Carnegie West Branch Library.