Ohio
- Nickname:
- The Buckeye State
A destination for culture buffs, thrill seekers, families and foodies
Urban Centers with World-class Attractions
There are three large urban centers in Ohio, each with its own personality. In the state capital of Columbus, history and culture thrive at places such as the historic German Village, Short North Arts District, Center of Science and Industry (COSI) and Columbus Museum of Art.
A hub of professional sports teams overlooking Lake Erie, Cleveland is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame; Playhouse Square (the largest performing arts center outside of New York); and impressive monuments including Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument, James A. Garfield Monument and USS Cod Submarine Memorial.
Riverfront Cincinnati features a fun neighborhood scene, especially in historic Over-the-Rhine, a shopping, dining and entertainment district distinguished by its incredible architecture. Also, check out the Cincinnati Museum Center, a revered example of Art Deco architecture, and the Findlay Market, the oldest continuously operated public market in Ohio.
From Theme Park Rides to Nature Time
Thrill seekers will find endless loops, towering hills and high-speed tracks at Ohio’s two major amusement parks, Cedar Point and Kings Island. There are plenty of rides and attractions for families and little ones, too.
Prefer more low-speed adventures? Play on the beaches of Lake Erie, discover Lake Erie Islands by boat or escape to Ohio’s sprawling nature parks. Cuyahoga Valley National Park has more than 200 kilometers of hiking and biking trails, opportunities for canoeing and camping, and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad train ride. In southeastern Ohio, nature and time have carved the sandstone of the Hocking Hills region into stunning rock formations, waterfalls and valleys ideal for hiking, zip lining and paddling.
Diverse Culinary Landscape
With more than 300 wineries, 300 craft breweries and dining options ranging from casual favorites to fancier fare, Ohio is a foodie’s delight. Sample regional specialties such as Cincinnati-style chili, served on hot dogs or atop a pile of spaghetti, or goetta, a breakfast sausage with flavors that attest to the region’s German heritage. Tempt your appetite along food trails dedicated to donuts, coffee, beer, cocktails, burgers and the state’s famous Buckeye candies – peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate.
Foodies obsessed with notable chefs can sample Cleveland-style barbecue inspired by Eastern European flavors at Mabel’s BBQ, owned by “Iron Chef” star Michael Symon, or experience a modern take on the classic Jewish deli at Larder Delicatessen & Bakery by James Beard Award nominee Jeremy Umansky.
Fun Fact

The Shawshank Trail features 15 filming sites from the 1994 film, “The Shawshank Redemption.”

Both John Glenn, the first American to orbit Earth, and Neil Armstrong, the first man on the moon, were Ohio natives.

Eight U.S. presidents have called Ohio home.
Must see places

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Cedar Point

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Lake Erie Islands

Hocking Hills

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Cincinnati Museum Center

Amish Country

Pro Football Hall of Fame

Short North Arts District
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