Family days out in Ohio
There are so many fun places to go with kids in Ohio - great zoos and aquariums, museums, theme parks, water parks and swimming pools, places to visit outdoors (many of which are cheap or free), great historical places of interest, activities and indoor play centres for toddlers as well as the usual family tourist attractions - take a look below, lots of the best things to do with children in OH
Cedar Point
Sandusky
Cedar PointThe world's biggest coaster collection, including Maverick. Kick back on a leisurely boat or train ride. Spin and soar on maXair. Splash into fun on water rides. Have a blast on Power Tower. Share your children's first "big" rides. Wet and dry, our 75 rides add up to fun..
Toledo Zoo
Toledo
Toledo ZooWith over 5,300 animals representing over 760 species, The Toledo Zoo is one of the worlds most complete zoos it's also the regions top family destination! Let The Toledo Zoo take you from the Arctic tundra to the wilds of Africa, from the tropical rainforest to the Sonoran..
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Cleveland
Cleveland Metroparks ZooThe Zoo is home to 84 endangered species and participates in cooperative breeding programs for 64 species.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Powell
Columbus Zoo and AquariumBring your family to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium for an untamed adventure. Stretching for 90 acres, the Zoo is home to more than 700 wildlife species including big cats, elephants, gorillas, manatees, bonobos and more!
Akron Zoo
Akron
Akron ZooWhen you visit the zoo, you'll come nose-to-nose with more than 700 animals, including endangered Humboldt penguins, snow leopards, Sumatran tigers, jaguars and Komodo dragons. Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with your kids in Ohio.
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Cincinnati
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical GardensOver 1.2 million people visit the Zoo's award-winning exhibits, and more than 500 animal and 3,000 plant species annually. See gorillas, giraffes, visit the cat house, see Sabu the 10,000 lb bull elephant, and much much more! Great for all the family!
Ohio Bird Santuary
Mansfield
Ohio Bird SantuaryThe mission of the Ohio Bird Sanctuary is to preserve the biodiversity of Ohio through education, rehabilitation, and stewardship.
Rutherford B Hayes Presidential Center
Fremont
Rutherford B Hayes Presidential CenterCome see where Civil War hero and 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes lived, and learn about his life as a soldier, Congressman, Ohio governor and President. The President is buried on site, and a Museum dedicated to him displays Civil War, Native American, and..
Sauder Village
Archbold
Sauder VillageExperience how families lived over 100 years ago! Visit with costumed interpreters, watch working craftsmen, and try various hands-on activities. Lots of special events too like Quilt Show, Dairy Days, Apple Butter Making, Doll Show and more! Inn, Campground, Restaurant,..
Century Village Museum
Burton
Century Village MuseumThe Museum is an authentic representation of a Western Reserve Village from 1798 to the turn of the 19th Century. The Museum has over twenty-two historically accurate buildings and over 15,000 museum artifacts that include original art from the 1800's, antiques, textiles..
The Children's Museum of Cleveland
Cleveland
The Children's Museum of ClevelandThe Childrens Museum is the only institution in Cleveland completely dedicated to the overall development of young children, ages birth to eight years, through family learning.
NASA Glenn Research Center
Cleveland
NASA Glenn Research CenterLocated inside Glenn's main gate, the Visitor Center features 6,000 square feet of interactive exhibits.
National Aviation Hall of Fame
Dayton
National Aviation Hall of FameThey created a world where the sky was no longer the limit. The NAHF honors them for their service to country, their ingenuity, their courage, and their vision. The stories of our NAHF enshrinees are stories of America...of challenge and failure, of determination and,..
SunWatch Indian Village Archaeological Park
Dayton
SunWatch Indian Village Archaeological ParkAlong the banks of the Great Miami River, an extraordinary place hides within a seemingly ordinary setting�SunWatch, the original site of an 800-year-old American Indian village.
Young's Jersey Dairy
Yellow Springs
Young's Jersey DairyYoung's Jersey Dairy is a working dairy farm which makes homemade ice cream, and operates two restaurants plus a bakery. Also, the farm offers loads of family entertainment, including: Miniature golf, watching the cow milking, petting goats and other animals, and much more!
National Underground Railroad Freedom Ctr
Cincinnati
National Underground Railroad Freedom CtrWe reveal stories about freedom's heroes, from the era of the Underground Railroad to contemporary times, challenging and inspiring everyone to take courageous steps for freedom today.
Geauga Lake's Wildwater Kingdom
Aurora
Geauga Lake's Wildwater KingdomNo matter where parents are on the adventuresome spectrum, they usually find plenty of wet, fun things to do at Wildwater Kingdom. Of course, thereâs always the option of just kicking back in a lounge chair or in a private cabana with a tall cool beverage and a snack.
The Beach Waterpark
Mason
The Beach Waterpark Whether guests seek thrilling water slides, a relaxing tropical island experience, or winter holiday adventures, The Beach Waterpark offers something for every age and interest. Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with your kids in Ohio.
Merry-Go-Round Museum
Sandusky
Merry-Go-Round MuseumCelebrating our 20th anniversary with "WILD!" an exciting look at unusual and rare carousel animals, families will enjoy a ride on the merry-go-round, visit with a wood carver, and learn about recreation through the years.
Toledo Museum of Art
Toledo
Toledo Museum of ArtThe Toledo Museum of Art collection of more than 30,000 works of art ranks among the finest in the United States. In our more than 35 galleries, Sculpture Garden, and new Glass Pavilion, discover important, popular, and outstanding works of art.
Allen Memorial Art Museum
Oberlin
Allen Memorial Art MuseumComprising more than 12,000 works of art from virtually every culture and spanning the history of art, the AMAM's collection is a vital cultural resource for the students, faculty, and staff of Oberlin College as well as the surrounding community.
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Cleveland
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland As Clevelandâs forum for interpreting culture through contemporary visual art, we connect our visitors to the dynamic art and ideas of our times. As a gathering place for experiencing contemporary art and culture, MOCA Cleveland pushes the boundaries of innovation,..
The Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland
The Cleveland Museum of Art The Cleveland Museum of Art permanent collection includes more than 40,000 objects. As one of the nations top museums, the Cleveland has long exhibited leadership in acquisitions, presentation, and education, and its curators have originated many groundbreaking exhibitions.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Cleveland
The Cleveland Museum of Natural HistoryExplore all that we have to offer â from the earth to the sky. We have dinosaurs inside and out, a hands-on Discovery Center for children of all ages, outdoor gardens and wildlife habitats, live animal shows, and daily planetarium programs to explore the universe.
Great Lakes Science Center
Cleveland
Great Lakes Science CenterEnjoy a fun-filled, brain-building and interactive experience! Kick back and enjoy a movie in the awe-inspiring OMNIMAX Theater with a six-story high domed screen. Get hands-on with hundreds of hands-on exhibits, the NASA Glenn Visitor Center and Steamship William G. Mather
Allen County Museum
Lima
Allen County MuseumThe Allen County Museum has something for everyone. Our campus includes the main Museum (including the Childrenâs Discovery Center), the 1893 Victorian MacDonell House, log house, John H. Keller Railroad Archives, Shay Locomotive display, and the Elizabeth M. MacDonell..
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
Dayton
Boonshoft Museum of DiscoveryExplore the wonders of the world with a live animal zoo, the regions only Planetarium, interactive science and technology exhibits, and more under one roof! Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with your kids in Ohio.
The Dayton Art Institute
Dayton
The Dayton Art InstituteVisit us often to enjoy our diverse permanent collection, world class special exhibitions, interesting educational programs and unique special events.
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
Dayton
National Museum of the U.S. Air ForceThe United States Air Force Museum has over 300 aircraft and missiles, along with thousands of artifacts are on display.
The Bicycle Museum of America
New Bremen
The Bicycle Museum of America The Bicycle Museum of America features one of the largest private collections of bicycles in the world, with over 300 bikes on store and more than 1,000 in rotation
Canton Classic Car Museum
Canton
Canton Classic Car MuseumThe museum currently exhibits forty-five rare and unusual classic and special interest automobiles. The gorgeous vehicles are complemented by the thousands of pieces of historical memorabilia displayed throughout the museum.
Cincinnati Fire Museum
Cincinnati
Cincinnati Fire MuseumThe Cincinnati Fire Museum, the only museum that saves lives!Located in a 1907 National Register firehouse, the museum preserves and exhibits Greater Cincinnati's firefighting artifacts while honoring all the heroic firefighters, past and present.
Cincinnati Art Museum
Cincinnati
Cincinnati Art MuseumThe Museum features an unparalleled art collection of more than 60,000 works spanning 6,000 years. In addition to displaying its own broad collection, the Art Museum also hosts several national and international traveling exhibitions each year.
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union TerminalCincinnati Museum Center inspires people of all ages to learn more about our world through science; regional history; and educational, engaging and meaningful experiences.
Perrys Cave Family Fun Center
Put-in-Bay
Perrys Cave Family Fun CenterPerrys Cave Family Fun Center is your family's next great vacation destination. Explore nature, learn history, reach great heights while having great family fun along the way! Great idea if you are looking for fun places to go with your kids in Ohio.
Rockin Robins Amazone Family Entertainment Center
Medina
Rockin Robins Amazone Family Entertainment CenterA great fun zone, for the whole family, there's a jungle full of excitement for children as they venture through two indoor playgrounds themed as the Amazon and equipped with lots of climbing, mazes and slides, also the Laser Tag facility runs deep into the Amazon Jungle...
Rinky Dink Family Fun Center
Medina
Rinky Dink Family Fun CenterEntertainment for the entire family, you can enjoy both outdoors and indoors, with activites such as mini-golf, as well as batting cages, bumper boats, go-karts, and inflatables. Year-round entertainment indoors includes cosmic golf, video arcade games, and a snack bar.
Coney Island
Cincinnati
Coney IslandConey Island attractions include the Sunlite Pool, 2 acres and 3 million gallons of water fun, Zoom Flume and Pipeline Plunge water slides. The park also has 22 classic amusement rides for kids and adults, live stage shows, historic Moonlite Gardens and Moonlite Pavilion,..
Kings Island
Kings Mills
Kings IslandIf you want to experience thrills, raging water adventures, flying through the air, or just an enjoyable day with your family, Kings Island has over 80 rides, shows and attractions with something for every member of your family, young or old!
Chuck E Cheese's
Columbus
Chuck E Cheese'sChuck E. Cheese's features age appropriate games, rides, prizes, food and entertainment that children of all ages from toddlers to big kids will love.
Chuck E Cheese's
Cincinnati
Chuck E Cheese'sChuck E. Cheese's features age appropriate games, rides, prizes, food and entertainment that children of all ages from toddlers to big kids will love.
Chuck E Cheese's
Akron
Chuck E Cheese'sChuck E. Cheese's features age appropriate games, rides, prizes, food and entertainment that children of all ages from toddlers to big kids will love.
Chuck E Cheese's
Toledo
Chuck E Cheese'sChuck E. Cheese's features age appropriate games, rides, prizes, food and entertainment that children of all ages from toddlers to big kids will love.
Swings and Things Family Fun Center
Olmsted Township
Swings and Things Family Fun CenterAn amazing year-round experience with two floors of games and prizes and attractions for everyone!
Toledo Botanical Garden
Toledo
Toledo Botanical GardenA museum for plants, Toledo Botanical Garden offers visitors the opportunity to share, discover and enjoy nature's beauty. With over sixty acres of display gardens and relevant plant collections, TBG is full of beauty, tranquility and opportunities for exploration and..
Brukner Nature Center
Troy
Brukner Nature CenterBrukner Nature Center is a privately funded, nonprofit nature preserve dedicated to environmental education and wildlife rehabilitation.
The Dawes Arboretum
Newark
The Dawes ArboretumOne of the premier public gardens in North America, The Dawes Arboretum has over 1,700 acres of plant collections, gardens and natural areas. Founded in 1929, Dawes is a travel destination for Licking County, central Ohio and beyond!
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Brecksville
Cuyahoga Valley National ParkThe winding Cuyahoga the "crooked river" as named by American Indians gives way to deep forests, rolling hills, and open farmlands. The park is a refuge for flora and fauna, gives a sense of times past, and provides recreation and solitude for Ohio's residents and visitors.
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
Peninsula
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic RailroadOn Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad you will experience the fun and adventure, the romance and nostalgia of riding the train on one of the oldest, longest, and most scenic excursion railways in the country.
The Santa Maria
Columbus
The Santa MariaTHE WORLD WAS FOREVER CHANGED when, in 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail searching for a direct trade route to the Indies. Carrying him was the Santa Maria, a 98-foot wooden "nao", or typical cargo ship.
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
Nelsonville
Hocking Valley Scenic RailwayThe Hocking Valley Scenic Railway is an organization dedicated to the preservation, restoration and operation of historic railroad equipment for the education and entertainment of the general public.
Memphis Kiddie Park
Brooklyn
Memphis Kiddie ParkMemphis Kiddie Park has been putting smiles on children's faces since 1952. We offer 11 amusement rides for children, a concession stand, arcade, and miniature golf course. We are truly a landmark of the Cleveland area serving generations of area children. Come start your..
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