The Huron Harbor Lighthouse, located in Huron, Ohio, was built in 1936 and stands 72 feet (21 meters) tall. It marks the entrance to Huron Harbor and was constructed of steel, replacing earlier wooden structures that had been destroyed by storms. The lighthouse was automated in 1972 and features a solar-powered beacon visible from a distance of 12 miles (34 km), flashing red every six seconds.
Cedar Point is a popular 364-acre amusement park located on a peninsula on Lake Erie in Sandusky, Ohio. It's often called the "Roller Coaster Capital of the World" due to its impressive collection of roller coasters and thrill rides. Situated on a peninsula on the shores of Lake Erie, Cedar Point offers stunning scenery and a unique location for an amusement park.
The Kalahari Resort and Convention Center is a chain of water park resorts with locations in Sandusky, Ohio. Spanning 173,000 square feet, the indoor water park at the Kalahari Resort in Ohio is the largest water park in the United States.
A Dayton community icon since 1947, The Pine Club is considered one of the best steakhouses in the United States. They meticulously cut, age, and prepare their steaks with an emphasis on superior flavor and quality. Nationally acclaimed, the restaurant offers excellent food, attentive staff, and a timeless atmosphere.
Ido Bar and Grill is a popular local pub located in Akron, Ohio. The restaurant is known for its steaks, seafood, and burgers, especially the famous Ido Burger, in a relaxed atmosphere. Established in 1998, Ido Bar and Grill has been a local favorite since the early days of Firestone Tire & Rubber Company.
Porchlight Coffee Co creates a beautiful space where everyone feels welcome by serving great coffee and food. At Porchlight, you can enjoy hand-brewed coffee, espresso drinks, loose leaf teas, and a wide selection of non-coffee drinks like matcha, chai tea, and hot chocolate. All flavored syrups are made in-house using high-quality ingredients.
Mainstreet Munchies is a wonderful gem located in Akron, Ohio. Known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere, this restaurant makes the most of fresh, homemade ingredients, ensuring that every dish is bursting with flavor. From hearty chicken bowls to perfectly seasoned Philly cheeseburgers, each creation showcases the culinary talents of the owner and his dedicated team.
Taqueria El Paso offers a variety of fresh foods - torta, burrito, 2 tacos and 1 taco combo, quesadilla de pollo, quesadilla de asada, tejano fajitas, pollo fajitas and asada fajitas. They use the freshest ingredients to prepare their food for the best quality and flavor.
One of the first parks in the district, the forests and amenities of Goodyear Heights Metro Park tell its nearly 100 year history. The 400-acre park offers open space for fishing, hiking, skiing, picnicking, and a wildlife-attracting marsh.
The Akron Zoo is a non-profit zoo located just west of downtown in Akron, Ohio. The zoo sits on 77-acre (31 ha) of which 35-acre (14 ha) are occupied with by habitats, amenities, and support. The Akron Zoo is home to over 1,000 animals representing over 100 different species.
Buckeye Pheasant Hunting Preserve is Ohio’s premier pheasant hunting destination, offering guided hunts and over 195 acres of prime highland bird habitat. Head to Buckeye Pheasant Ranch for some of the best guided birding in Southwest Ohio. They offer guided highland hunts, hounds and gear, and some of the best bird dogs.
Founded in 1970 in Canton, Ohio, Desert Inn has remained a family-owned and operated restaurant for over five decades. This Middle Eastern restaurant offers casual, family-style dining & a bar and serves delicious, high-quality dishes while providing exceptional customer service.
Part of the Twin Valley Conservation Corridor, Germantown MetroPark is your gateway to a wilderness adventure. Discover the largest areas of old-growth forest within Montgomery County, creating some of the best habitats for wildlife. From tall trees to water-carved ravines, colorful prairies and meadows to the scenic Twin Creek corridor, this park traverses some of the region’s most beautiful landscape.
Walkie Talkie Espresso and Coffee is a lovely orange and white shop located in the city's Logan neighborhood, serving delicious coffee along with locally made scones and cookies and a fun atmosphere.
Located in Salem, OH, near the Pennsylvania border, Quaker City Motorsports Park stands as Ohio’s premier motorsports destination, offering high-speed thrills, adrenaline-pumping action, and unforgettable experiences. The park is a 1/4-mile IHRA drag racing facility, as well as a mile long karting and autocross track.
Battelle Darby Creek features 7,358 acres of forest, prairies and wetlands. It stretches along 13 miles of the Big and Little Darby creeks, both State and National Scenic Rivers. Besides the areas surrounding the creeks, there are also over 1,600 acres of restored wetlands and prairies. Bison have been reintroduced to the park and roam freely within two enclosed pastures.
Carlisle is the largest of the Lorain County Metro Parks, encompassing 1,917 acres when included with Forest Hills Golf Course which lies at the northeastern end. Carlisle Reservation also offers a large variety of events and activities throughout the year, and is home to the administrative offices for the entire park system.
The Children's Museum of Cleveland, established in 1981, is located in Cleveland, Ohio. Originally in University Circle, it relocated to its current site, a renovated Victorian mansion, in November 2017 after significant renovations costing over $10 million.
For 100 years, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History has been recognized as one of the finest natural history museums in North America. The Museum is the largest museum in Ohio dedicated to the natural sciences, hosting more than 375,000 total visitors and 13,000 member households throughout the year.
West Side Market is Cleveland’s largest and oldest continuously operating public market. The Market has served fresh produce, meats, bakery, dairy, prepared foods and more to Cleveland residents and visitors since 1912.
