Put-in-Bay Travel Guide

  You can even see the foaming venom!!
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  • You can even see the foaming venom!!
      You can even see the foaming venom!!
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  • AJ's fav birdie
      AJ's fav birdie
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  • Wings of freedom
      Wings of freedom
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  •   Things to Do
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  • Getting ready for take-off :D
      Getting ready for take-off :D
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Pro

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 Great Fun 


Con

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 Unpredictable weather 


In a nutshell

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 I love Put-in-Bay and will go back frequently 

 

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Things to Do  

The Vistor's Center- Air conditioned haven!

The Vistor's Center- Air conditioned haven!, Put-in-Bay

 abi_maha Says:  Seeing how we were struggling in the head the ranger at the Peace Memorial gave us a very valuable tip! He said there was a 15 min movie that was played for free about the Memorial in the vistor's center that was air conditioned. So very gleefully we headed to the same. It... 

Cranewatching at Oak Point

Cranewatching at Oak Point, Put-in-Bay

 abi_maha Says:  Located on the northwestern tip of South Bass Island, oak point day-use park offers a scenic picnic area, fishing access and overnight docking facilities. However we parked our golf cart here to get pics of a crane and some great views of the Peace Memorial. 

Walking outside Perry's Memorial

Walking outside Perry's Memorial, Put-in-Bay

 abi_maha Says:  Another stretch that we loved walking thru was the road on which the Perry's Peace Memorial was situated, it gave us such brilliant views of the memorial, the lake waters & birds there as well as the ships anchored in sight with the brilliant azure skies! Do see the photos... 

Hotels  

Put-In-Bay Resort And Conference Center

 3 Reviews and 312 Opinions  DO NOT STAY HERE. If you see anyone writing a good review about this place, THEY WORK THERE. The... 

BayShore Resort

 2 Reviews and 105 Opinions  STAY AWAY!! After checking in the rude security manager demanded to search our belongings for... 

Restaurants  

Put-in Bay Brewing Company: Flat beer and very disappointing

Put-in Bay Brewing Company: Flat beer and very disappointing, Put-in-Bay

 timhortons0000 Says:  We were excited to know there was a brewery on the island. We love to try new craft brews whenever we are on the road.First beer we tried was the summer ale. We asked them for the most popular beer was that they brew there. Beer was very flat and nasty!Second, we tried the... 

Village Bakery & Sandwich Shoppe: Nothing can beat fresh bakery food!

Village Bakery & Sandwich Shoppe: Nothing can beat fresh bakery food!, Put-in-Bay

 abi_maha Says:  We had a lovely quickie lunch here, the two hostess we very sweet as they served us some very fresh pizza bagels, apple turns and icecreams! She even opened a fresh gallon of no fat milk for our decaf coffee because Aj said thats what we normally have coffe with everyday and... 

Nightlife  

Mr. Ed's: Rooftop Dancing

Mr. Ed's: Rooftop Dancing, Put-in-Bay

 juldga Says:  On Friday night every place was so crowded and loud the rooftop bar was nice. It was a beautiful night and there was a DJ. Everyone was dancing and having a good time. They sell bee on the roof, but if you want mixed drinks you have to go downstairs Look your best but no... 

Beer Barrel Saloon: World's Longest Bar

Beer Barrel Saloon: World's Longest Bar, Put-in-Bay

 juldga Says:  I liked this place a lot. It was huge and there was no cover charge. It is the world's longest bar. They have no top shelf liquor though I couldnt get my favorite hurricanes, but I did meet a cute bartender who made me some other good drinks. The entertainment was awesome... 

Transportation  

Golf Carting

Golf Carting, Put-in-Bay

 abi_maha Says:  Golf carting aaround this island is a great way of getting around, you can hire one for $50(for a 2 seater) for the entire day (you have to return it by 7:45 pm). It is convenient and easy and the traffic/parking rules that apply are the same that apply to your car! So have... 

Put-in-bay Golf Cart Rentals

Put-in-bay Golf Cart Rentals, Put-in-Bay

 pibohmark Says:  We went to Put-in-Bay and rented a golf cart from Delaware Golf Carts http://www.putinbayrentals.com and we were able to reserve our golf cart on line before we even got there. Good thing we did as the carts were pretty much gone when we arrived but ours was there waiting... 

Shopping  

Del Sol: Awesome stuff
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Del Sol is a store where everything changes colors in the sun. The stuff is awesome

What to buy: I love the nailpolish $10 a bottle
The t shirts are cool around $25
They have neat jewelry, sunglasses, watched, and much more

What to pay: cheapest thing is around 10.00 most expensive aaround $50

Written Aug 18, 2008

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Warnings and Dangers  

No alcohol on the streets

No alcohol on the streets, Put-in-Bay

 juldga Says:  You may know better already, but you will be tempted to take your alcohol with you since everywhere there is drinking. It is a $100 fine if you are caught with alcohol outside the bar area or your hotel. 

Golf cart parking ticket

Golf cart parking ticket, Put-in-Bay

 juldga Says:  The police will ticket golf carts for parking infractions driving infractions and so forth. The tickets are sent to the rental place and must be paid before you can get your credit card or license back... 

Tourist Traps  

Bring lots of money

Bring lots of money, Put-in-Bay

 juldga Says:  Not a trap really but the places charge so much for food and drink and there is a $5.00 cover on top of it at most places. Even the pool for our hotel had a $5.00 cover! Dont bar hop on a Friday or Sat night. Check the bars out during the day and pick one at night so you... 

Tourist Prices

Tourist Prices, Put-in-Bay

 kaloz Says:  The prices on the island are very dear. Especially for food and drink.This woman paid the price and was turned into a chicken head!!! Many people like to party on the island, and so you should plan on spending some money on beer or other drinks. Pack your food and bring it... 

What to Pack  

Pack and carry atleast two sets of clothing

Pack and carry atleast two sets of clothing, Put-in-Bay

 abi_maha Says:  Let your bags be waterproof, the rains arrive suddenly, we had a wet passport and important documents at the end of the day since nobody had warned us about this! Pack 2 additional sets of clothes in your bag. one for changing after adventure sports the other if like us you... 

To be a woman!

To be a woman!, Put-in-Bay

 juldga Says:  I brought more for a weekend at Put in Bay than I did for a week in Florida and Seattle! I took 2 bags and a cooler, and my friend had a large suitcase. I needed clothes for the day. Clothes for going out at night. Swimsuit and towel. It is windy on the lake so a jacket or... 

Off The Beaten Path  

wading across...

wading across..., Put-in-Bay

 juldga Says:  If you go down to the beach not pebble beach but the beach covered in shells you will find a trail that leads to another oart of the beach. You can wade across the shallow water to go to a little island (Its own or part of south bass I do not know) Very ineresting 

Swimming in Lake Erie

Swimming in Lake Erie, Put-in-Bay

 kaloz Says:  We found a scenic overlook, that overlooked a pebbled beach. There was a fence across, but we found some side trails and soon were near the water. We weren't the only ones trespassing, these guys were jumping off the cliff. I went down to the beach, the water was warm. Darn,... 

Favorites  

Put-in-Bay Trip Report

Put-in-Bay Trip Report, Put-in-Bay

 pibohmark Says:  Put-in-Bay also known as Put in Bay is a resort island located in Ohio in the middle of Lake Erie. It features many great attractions and is an ideal place for familes and weekenders seeking a great escape. There are a few great websites that offer information about... 

Don't steal the monument

Don't steal the monument, Put-in-Bay

 kaloz Says:  These guys are armed and dangerous!!There is a memorial service for those who died in the battle and they shoot off a cannon. The fourth of July celebration also include a vintage car rally, and, of course, fireworks in the evening. Enjoying the fireworks with friends. 

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