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Fountain Square   Cincinnati

Fountain Square, Cincinnati

 12 Reviews  The greatest gathering point in downtown Cincinnati would have to be Fountain Square, a multi-level open space with a central fountain featuring classical figurines in bronze. The square is surrounded... 

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum   Cleveland

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Cleveland

 39 Reviews  Designed by I.M. Pei, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is just as interesting outside as it is on the inside! There are tons of memorabilia from modern artists, as well as America's favorites from past... 

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Newport Aquarium   Cincinnati

Newport Aquarium, Cincinnati

 9 Reviews  Since opening the Newport Aquarium has hosted millions of visitors, resulting in a tremendous annual economic impact on the Greater Cincinnati area. . Art That Surrounds You His precision with a... 

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University Circle   Cleveland

University Circle, Cleveland

 11 Reviews  University Circle is the best place to keep the whole family entertained, and for little or no cost! UC has events year round, so be sure to visit their web site or their new visitors center for... 

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Carew Tower   Cincinnati

Carew Tower, Cincinnati

 9 Reviews  We went to this tower to get a view of the skyline from the 48th floor. The lift from the first level only goes upto the 45th floor. It goes so fast that the monitor can't quite keep pace in it's... 

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Cedar Point Amusement Park   Cleveland

Cedar Point Amusement Park, Cleveland

 7 Reviews  It was started as a vacation resort, but now Cedar Point is one of the greatest amusement parks in the world. You will experience some of the most thrilling moments of your life on their... 

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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens   Cincinnati

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Cincinnati

 17 Reviews  The landscape is really nice, they have beautiful plants every where. It could be nicer and look less like caged animals everywhere, maybe they are dependent on donations and don't have much money to... 

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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo   Cleveland

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Cleveland

 14 Reviews  This zoo boasts the largest collection of primates in North America. The newest additions to the Zoo are the Wolf Wilderness and Australian Adventure. The Rainforest is a large heated "greenhouse"... 

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Eden Park   Cincinnati

Eden Park, Cincinnati

 8 Reviews  Eden Park, containing over 186 acres, is one of the loveliest, most peaceful parks in Cincinnati and is located just around the corner from Mt. Adams and is the setting for: Cincinnati Art Museum... 

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Great Lakes Science Center   Cleveland

Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland

 5 Reviews  Well, I used to work and volunteer here for five years, so I've got an awesome tip for ya. ;) The GLSC is open 9:30am to 5:30pm. There are three dining facilities on site, with varying hours.... 

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Cincinnati Museum Center and Union Terminal   Cincinnati

Cincinnati Museum Center and Union Terminal, Cincinnati

 10 Reviews  There are several different museums in one spot. Three of them are there all the time, the Duke Energy Children's Museum, Cincinnati History Museum, and Museum of Natural History & Science. I went... 

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Cleveland Museum of Art   Cleveland

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

 11 Reviews  Cleveland has an excellent art museum, located at University Circle along with several other nearby attractions (i.e. Natural History Museum, Botanical Garden, Lakeview Cemeter, Little Italy, etc...)... 

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Roebling Suspension Bridge   Cincinnati

Roebling Suspension Bridge, Cincinnati

 8 Reviews  John A. Roebling suspension bridge that spans the Ohio River between Covington and Cincinnati was the world's longest suspension bridge when it was opened in 1866, and since architect Roebling himself... 

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Geauga Lake and Wildwater Kingdom   Cleveland

Geauga Lake and Wildwater Kingdom, Cleveland

 5 Reviews  Six Flags & Sea World - In 2001, Six Flags bought its neighbor and the two parks ,linked by a foot bridge, merge in one. A huge park with a lot of attractions (mainly roaler coasters). Price : 40$... 

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Mount Adams   Cincinnati

Mount Adams, Cincinnati

 5 Reviews  Mount Adams is a sleek, trendy neighborhood in older Cincinnati which features hip and funky bars, wine bars, cafes and restaurants. When celebrities come to visit Cincinnati they come here. The... 

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Sports   Cleveland

Sports, Cleveland

 13 Reviews  Quicken Loans Arena, also known as the Q, is by far the nicest stadium in Cleveland. It also holds the most events. Not only do the Cleveland Cavaliers play there, but they also have an Arena Football... 

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Purple People Bridge   Cincinnati

Purple People Bridge, Cincinnati

 6 Reviews  The Purple People Bridge connects downtown Cincinnati with the shopping area of Covington Kentucky. The development is called Newport on the Levee, and it is basically a huge shopping mall very much... 

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Local events   Cleveland

Local events, Cleveland

 1 Review  We went to Cleveland to accept our screenwriting award for our script, MY TICKET HOME. Usually festivals like this have an industry only audience, but in an effort to generate more traffic for the... 

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Cincinnati Art Museum   Cincinnati

Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati

 8 Reviews  The Cincinnati Art Museum is one of the oldest art museums in the United States. Founded in 1881, it was the first purpose-built art museum west of the Alleghenies. Its collection of over 60,000 works... 

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Museum of Natural History and Science   Cincinnati

Museum of Natural History and Science, Cincinnati

 6 Reviews  This is another great museum, with too many excellent features to include here (with only five photos, I cannot show them all). It's definitely worth your time and money. Here are a fine collection... 

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Serpentine Wall   Cincinnati

Serpentine Wall, Cincinnati

 5 Reviews  Serpentine Wall is a curvy stepped wall rising up from the Ohio River on the Cincinnati side located near the Public Landing Dock (you might even see an old-fashioned riverboat or 2). This is a very... 

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Clifton Gaslight District   Cincinnati

Clifton Gaslight District, Cincinnati

 2 Reviews  I love the Clifton Gaslight District - it's funky, it's cool, it's eclectic, it's got a groovy downbeat feel, it's full of the hip, diverse student population, plus the stores in the area cater to... 

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National Underground Railroad Freedom Center   Cincinnati

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Cincinnati

 5 Reviews  National Underground Railroad Freedom Center This project was long overdue in highlighting Cincinnati's place in the Underground Railroad history. After spending millions in tax money on not one, but... 

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Kings Island   Cincinnati

Kings Island, Cincinnati

 9 Reviews  I loved coming here as a kid; haven't been here since 1999! I need to make some time to return... It's a typical amusement park. Great rides for adults (Beast, Face-Off) and rides for kids too. It is... 

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Krohn Conservatory   Cincinnati

Krohn Conservatory, Cincinnati

 6 Reviews  3,500 species of plants from around the world call this greenhouse home! Inside you will find a palm house, tropical rainforest (complete with a 20 ft. waterfall), a desert, orchid house, and bonsai... 

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NASA John H. Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field

by Ewingjr98

I visited NASA's John H. Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field back in 1987 when it was still called Lewis Research Center. The research center, one of ten major NASA research sites, is located at the Cleveland Airport, not far from Cleveland. The facility was established in 1942 and named for NASA pioneer George W. Lewis in 1948. GRC had a role in a number of key events in the history of space exploration such as Project Mercury, the Apollo Program, Mir Space Station, and the Mars Pathfinder Rover.The Glenn Research Center used to have a visitors center, with a number of displays from the history of the space program, but it was closed in 2009.

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Wright Patterson Air Force Museum

by WheninRome

I was greatly impressed by the Air Force Museum at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. We spent every bit of 4 hours inside and didn't get to see everything in detail nor did we spend any time in the large gift shop or outside.There are hundreds of aircraft inside chronicling everything from the birth of flight ("Wright" Brothers), through early aircraft, through the use of aircraft in the World Wars, to the Cold War and to today. There are even some Predator drones and missiles on display. Rumor has it that the Museum is going to try and get one of the space shuttles when they are officially retired.It can get pretty crowded inside. A lot of visitors and boy scout groups; however, there is plenty of room and plenty of things to see. You may even get to see aircraft taking off at the Air Base outside. This is definitely one of Ohio's best museums and worth the time. Oh, and the ADMISSION IS...

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Black Hand Gorge

by Jim_Eliason

This place was quite dissapointing. Although scenic and a nice place to hike, the closet it got to a "gorge" were some exposed sandstone bluffs. If you live in the Central Ohio area this might be a godd hiking spot but its not worth a special trip.

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Take a walk in the woods in the Fall or Spring

by jerokee_528

Ohio is lucky in that we have many State parks nestled in amonst the urban areas. You can camp, hike, bike, boat and fish within a reasonable driving range. Pick one close to where you may be visiting. Enjoy the seasonal changes and colors.

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Crane Creek State Park

by Jim_Eliason

Located on the shores of Lake Erie, Crane Creek State Park offers a vast freshwater marsh and spacious sandy beach for enjoyment. This coastal environment is home to more than 300 species of birds. Herons, waterfowl, warblers, gulls and bald eagle make this park one of the best birdwatching areas in the country.

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Rock and Roll at the Hall of Fame in Cleveland!!

by LuvMyBoxerKids

General Public Admission:Adults: $20.00Seniors (60+): $14.00Children ages 9-12: $11.00Children 8 & under: FREEHours of Operation:10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. daily (open until 9 p.m. on Wednesdays) Summer Hours: From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the Museum is also open until 9 p.m. on Saturdays Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.Discount:Show your AAA card for a discount at the ticket counter.

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Visit the United States Air Force Museum

by jerokee_528

If you are interested in military air craft you will find four galleries full here. The museum is free and several videos and an Imax show are available. The Imax charges a fee. You can spend several hours here if you are interested in the topic.

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Middle Bass Island

by WheninRome

Middle Bass Island is a relaxing Lake Erie island for a long weekend getaway. Once you board the ferry to the Island (about 1 hour ride) your cares begin to melt instantly away. When you arrive at the ferry dock you will be right at the former Lonz Winery facility, which is now a State Park owned by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. If you have your own boat, you can motor right into the the State Park's marina. The State Park is quite expansive for an island and has tent camping, but the old Lonz Winery structures are not yet open to the public. Hopefully someday.There are a couple restaurants on the Island, my favorite being JF Walleyes. There are also a couple additional nature preserves scattered about. The Island is beautiful and relaxing. I highly recommend renting a small cottage for a weekend of relaxing, fishing and nature watching.

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The Cincinnati Art Museum

by traveldave

Founded in 1881, the Cincinnati Art Museum is oldest art museum west of the Allegheny Mountains. Its collection of over 60,000 works of art is the largest in Ohio, and one of the largest in the Midwest. The Romanesque-Revival building that houses the museum was designed by Cincinnati architect James McLaughlin, and opened in 1886. Since then, several major additions have significantly increased the size of the museum. The most recent addition was the Cincinnati Wing which contains 15 galleries and opened in 2003. The 18,000-square-foot (1,672-square-meter) wing features over 400 works of Cincinnati artists dating from 1788 to the present.The Cincinnati Art Museum contains a total of 118 galleries which exhibit paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculptures, costumes, and musical instuments spanning the last 5,000 years. The collections include American, European, and Asian works of...

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COSI Columbus

by traveldave

Opened in 1964 by the Franklin County Historical Society, COSI Columbus is one of the top science centers in the nation. (COSI is an acronym for Center of Science and Industry). COSI Columbus offers programs and experiences that teach science through hands-on discovery with over 300 interactive exhibits.The museum was orginally located on East Broad Street in downtown Columbus. In 1999, it moved to its present location on the west bank of the Scioto River. The museum's current building was the former Central High School. Additions to the building were constructed on the school's former football field. The museum features interactive, discovery-based, and themed exhibit areas that include the Ocean, Space, Gadgets, Life, Little Kidspace, Progress, the outdoor Big Science Park, and WOSU@COSI which teaches about broadcasting. In addition to the exhibits, the museum puts on the Electrostatic...

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Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza  Cincinnati

 7 Reviews and 333 Opinions  The service was average, facilities was clean the room was small and the view were airconditioners.... 

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Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Convention Center  Columbus

 1 Review and 87 Opinions  Easy check-in, excellent parking facilities. Great, hot breakfast included on weekends. Right in the... 

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Marriott Cleveland Key Center  Cleveland

 4 Reviews and 221 Opinions  We got a package that covered our accomodations, 2 tickets for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame,... 

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  2. Cleveland Things to Do
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  4. Dayton Things to Do
  5. Sandusky Things to Do
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  18. Cuyahoga Valley National Recreation Area Things to Do
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  42. Maumee Bay State Park Things to Do
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  60. Delaware Things to Do
  61. Millersburg Things to Do
  62. Malabar Farm State Park Things to Do
  63. Lake Hope State Park Things to Do
  64. Portsmouth Things to Do
  65. Stonelick Lake State Park Things to Do
  66. Waverly Things to Do
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