Ohio

A place where culture lovers, thrill seekers, families, and foodies are all Welcomed

If the United States had a "greatest hits" album for one state, it might be Ohio. This is where all of your best things about the USA live: beautiful scenery, hearty food, professional sports, and even rock 'n' roll. This state in the Midwest is surrounded by different people, places, and things. To the north is Lake Erie, and to the south is the Ohio River. Three big cities in the state—Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati—offer arts, culture, music, food, and drinks, but the whole state is full of real adventures. You can take your family to great theme parks, museums, and zoos. Love the outdoors? You can camp, hike, bike, or paddleboard in thick woods and along the shores of Lake Erie. Fans of baseball, football, soccer, hockey, and basketball can watch professional games. And when you're hungry, Ohio has a lot of places to eat, from award-winning restaurants to local comfort food.

Places in cities with world-class attractions

In Ohio, there are three big cities, and each one has its own character. The state capital of Ohio, Columbus, has numerous places that are rich in history and culture. These include the old German Village, the Short North Arts District, the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), and the Columbus Museum of Art.

Cleveland has a lot of famous landmarks, like the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, the James A. Garfield Monument, and the USS Cod Submarine Memorial. It is also home to Playhouse Square and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, which is the biggest performing arts center outside of New York.

Riverfront Cincinnati has a fun neighborhood scene, especially in historic Over-the-Rhine, an area known for its amazing architecture and full of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Also, see the Cincinnati Museum Center, a famous example of an Art Deco building, and the Findlay Market, Ohio's oldest public market that has always been open.

From rides at the theme park to time spent in nature

In Ohio, Cedar Point and Kings Island are the two biggest entertainment parks. They both have endless loops, tall hills, and fast tracks for thrill seekers. There are lots of rides and activities for kids and their families.

Would you like more low-speed adventures? You can play on the beaches of Lake Erie, take a boat tour of the Lake Erie Islands, or get away to one of Ohio's huge nature parks. There are more than 200 kilometers of hiking and bike trails in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. You can also go canoeing, camping, and ride the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. The sandstone in southeastern Ohio's Hocking Hills has been shaped by nature and time into beautiful rock formations, waterfalls, and valleys that are great for hikes, zip lining, and paddling.

A Wide Range of Food Options

Ohio is a great place for foodies because it has more than 300 wineries, 300 craft breweries, and restaurants serving everything from casual foods to more fancy meals. You can try local favorites like Cincinnati-style chili on hot dogs or on top of a pile of spaghetti, or goetta, a breakfast sausage with German-style flavors that comes from the area. You can indulge in a variety of treats, like donuts, coffee, beer, cocktails, burgers, and the famous Buckeye sweets —peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate.

Fans of famous cooks can try Mabel's BBQ, which serves Cleveland-style barbecue with Eastern European flavors and is owned by "Iron Chef" star Michael Symon. At Larder Delicatessen & Bakery, which James Beard Award nominee Jeremy Umansky owns, you can enjoy a modern take on the classic Jewish deli as well.

No matter what you are going to do or where you are planning to stay, we are there to guide you at every step of your travel.