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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: USD
- Languages: English, Spanish
- Climate: Continental
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Population: Approximately 11.8 million people
- Best Time to Visit: times to visit Ohio are spring and fall for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Ohio must comply with United States visa requirements. Citizens of visa waiver countries, including most EU nations, the UK, Canada, Australia, and Japan, can enter the US for tourism without a visa for up to 90 days under the ESTA program. Other visitors may need to apply for a B-2 tourist visa in advance. Visa on arrival is not available. US citizens do not require a visa. It is important to check the latest US government travel regulations before planning your trip.
About Ohio
Ohio is a diverse and vibrant state in the United States known for its rich history, cultural attractions, and natural beauty. It offers a unique blend of urban excitement and scenic landscapes, making it an appealing destination for a wide range of travelers. Visitors can explore bustling cities like Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, each with its own distinctive character, museums, theaters, and culinary scenes. Ohio’s landscape includes rolling hills, lakes, and forests, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation such as hiking, boating, and wildlife watching. The state is also famous for its role in aviation history and rock and roll music. Ohio’s welcoming communities, affordable travel options, and variety of attractions make it an excellent choice for families, solo travelers, and adventure seekers alike. Whether interested in cultural experiences, sporting events, or peaceful nature escapes, Ohio offers compelling reasons to visit year-round.
Top Attractions
1. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – Located in Cleveland, this museum celebrates the history and impact of rock music with exhibits, memorabilia, and live events. 2. Cedar Point Amusement Park – Known as the “Roller Coaster Capital of the World,” this park in Sandusky features thrilling rides and family entertainment. 3. Hocking Hills State Park – A natural wonder with hiking trails, waterfalls, caves, and stunning rock formations ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. 4. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden – One of the oldest zoos in the US, offering diverse animal exhibits and beautiful gardens. 5. Ohio Statehouse – Located in Columbus, this historic building offers tours showcasing Ohio’s political history and impressive architecture.
Popular Activities
Ohio provides a variety of activities including hiking and camping in its state parks, visiting museums and cultural centers, attending sports events such as football and baseball games, exploring vibrant city neighborhoods, and enjoying water sports on Lake Erie. Adventure seekers can try zip-lining or rock climbing in natural areas. Cultural experiences include attending music festivals, theater performances, and local fairs. Food tours and brewery visits are popular for those interested in Ohio’s culinary scene.
Ohio Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of USA
- Duration Range: Ohio provides a variety of activities including hiking and camping in its state parks, visiting museums and cultural centers, attending sports events such as football and baseball games, exploring vibrant city neighborhoods, and enjoying water sports on Lake Erie. Adventure seekers can try zip-lining or rock climbing in natural areas. Cultural experiences include attending music festivals, theater performances, and local fairs. Food tours and brewery visits are popular for those interested in Ohio’s culinary scene.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Mixed Difficulty
- Recommended For: The best times to visit Ohio are spring and fall for pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Pack layers to accommodate variable temperatures and rain. Respect local customs by being polite and punctual. Ohio is generally safe, but standard travel precautions should be observed. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases or rural areas. Check weather forecasts and event schedules in advance to plan activities accordingly.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $250
188 Available Tour Excursions in Ohio
If this is your first time to Cincinnati, a visit historic to Findlay Market is a must see. Located in historic Over the Rhine, the Market welcomes over a million visitors a year! For first-time visitors, the market can be overwhelming. But we make it fun with an in-person guide at your side. We can skip the lines and maneuver to our favorite spots. Your guide will entertain you with stories from the past and old photos that bring history to life. Our stops vary from week to week, but some of the samples may include a German goetta sandwich, Belgium waffles, croissants, pierogies, fudge, cheese, soup and gelato. Rated by Newsweek magazine as one of the Top 10 markets in the World, Findlay Market is perfect for local foodies and first-time visitors. (Please note: Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate nut, food allergies, low carb, diabetes, gluten free, vegan or lactose free restrictions).
Price: $84.00
Duration: 2 hours
You can find The Escape Game at Crocker Park in the heart of Westlake next to awesome shopping options and highly-rated eateries! Some of our favorite places to get a meal with friends and family include Bar Louie, The Cheesecake Factory, and Barraco. Of course, no escape game is complete with a celebratory dessert, so we recommend topping off your game with ice cream from Graeter's! The Escape Game Crocker Park features five highly immersive escape rooms, including our newest game, Timeliner: Train Through Time. Each multi-room game can accommodate up to 8 players. These adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. We offer the best escape rooms and the fastest customer support. Come see why our escape rooms win awards.
Price: $42.26
Duration: 1 hours
Jump-start your Saturday night on a Happy Hour Tour in Over the Rhine! Unlike large bus tours or asking your Uber driver where to get a good cocktail, we offer a relaxing, guided tour and cocktail tasting experience that connects with the local bars and the neighborhood. As a result, you will learn about the history and uniqueness of Over the Rhine, experience a variety of cocktails, learn about each establishments distinctive style and enjoy a nice walk with some amazing people. We’ll visit 4 different places, enjoying lively libations and learn a few of the bartenders tips and tricks. You’ll enjoy the full attention of one of our fun local guides, who will quickly seem more like a friend escorting you to their favorite spots in town. And since we don’t want to just booze you up, we’ll include one or two snacks along the way. As we stroll through this German historic neighborhood, we’ll share the stories and history of these magnificent buildings.
Price: $94.00
Duration: 2-3 hours
The Cincinnati Streetcar is an easy way to travel from Findlay Market to the Central Business District. This comfortable, modern streetcar follows a route close to most major downtown attractions, and our tour allows guests to experience some of the locally-owned restaurants along the line. Our combination of local history, good food, and small groups makes this the perfect introduction to any Cincinnati experience. Tour also available for private groups.
Price: $89.00
Duration: 3 hours
Join us on the Mt Healthy is Haunted Walking Tour, an immersive experience by American Legacy Tours that unveils the eerie history and spectral stories of Mt Healthy. Unlike typical haunted attractions, this tour offers authentic encounters and historical insights without jump scares or gimmicks. In fact this is our only haunted tour that visits not one but two different cemeteries. We will also journey through the town's chilling past, sharing tales that blend meticulous research with firsthand encounters. Whether you're a believer or skeptic, this tour promises a captivating experience venturing into the heart of Mt Healthy.
Price: $32.00
Duration: 1 hours
Our rentals are unique for three reasons: local immersion, hassle-free, and quality. We immerse renters into Cleveland culture. We rent our e-bikes on Cleveland's most scenic trails (including the Towpath, Lakefront Bikeway, and Redline Greenway) and around Cleveland's trendiest neighborhoods (like Ohio City, Tremont, Gordon Square, the Flats, and Downtown). And we provide local insights into the best stops (restaurants and landmarks) along your ride. Our rentals are hassle-free because we deliver the e-bike(s) to you at the beginning of your rental, and we pick the e-bike(s) up at the end. If anything goes wrong along the way, we meet you to get you back on your way. Finally, our rentals are quality. Each rental includes a Lectric XP 3.0 electric bicycle, a helmet, a bike lock, and a trail map with our recommendations on where to visit during your ride.
Price: $70.00
Duration: 4 hours
This is a guided adventure with an experienced kayak instructor/ tour guide. All of your equipment is provided as well as brief instruction on kayaking. The equipment is safe, and the tour is fun for beginners as well as experienced paddlers.The views are incredible along the edge of the Island, and the sunsets are amazing. Every tour is unique, interesting and an adventure.
Price: $65.00
Duration: 2 hours
Discover the Wadi Rum desert with a local guide; let him explain to you the Bedouin traditions and the environment. Be amazed by the preserved nature, its colors, its silence, its fauna and flora (desert mice, foxes, camels, birds, etc.). Discover the scenery you saw in movies filmed here (like Star Wars, Dune, Lawrence of Arabia, and The Martian). Admire the traces of ancient history (Nabateens, Early Islamic, Petroglyphs). Enjoy traditional meals while listening to the stories of Bedouin families. Discover the stars, see the Milky Way like no other place, and sleep in a traditional tent with a balcony to chill and windows to wake up with the rising sun.
Price: $110.00
Duration: 4 hours
Take flight in a WWII Aircraft that was used to train pilots during WWII. Enjoy the views from above the earth during a 30-minute flight in this historical WWII plane.
Price: $269.00
Duration: 0 hours
On a private Cincinnati Streetcar Food Tour, you'll explore three distinct historic neighborhoods connected by the free Cincinnati streetcar. Your friendly local guides will take you on an unforgettable culinary journey. Cincinnati is home to a thriving restaurant scene, but it can be hard for visitors to choose where to dine and what to see first! On this foodie adventure, you will relax and enjoy sit-down dining in the heart of the city. Next, we ride to Findlay Market and enjoy even more local favorites. This progressive meal includes 6 stops! Your hearty dishes may feature Scottish fare, a full-size burger, authentic Mexican tacos, cheese coneys, marinated beet salad with local cheese, huge salads, chicken enchiladas, and much more! At historic Findlay Market, you may enjoy award-winning chocolates or handmade truffles We may visit a cheese and fudge business from 1921. We save the best for last. This dessert is a surprise, and we guarantee it won't disappoint.
Price: $295.00
Duration: 3 hours
Join us for a spine-tingling historical ghost tour of the Clifton Neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio. Explore the haunted streets and historic sites of this charming neighborhood as we uncover the eerie tales, ghostly legends and crimes of long ago. From mysterious apparitions and duplicitous family dealings to unexplained phenomena and tragic deaths, our experienced guides will lead you on a journey through time, crime and the supernatural.
Price: $34.00
Duration: 2 hours
This downtown Cleveland walking tour is a wonderful way to add some informative steps (and 2 optional staircases) to your day. Throughout the walk you will see highlights of Cleveland along Euclid Ave and the adjoining areas. The tour will have some history and fun facts about people, places, and things that make Cleveland a unique and special place. This walking tour is approximately 2 hours at a relaxed and comfortable pace with stops for discussion and questions. This tour is a year-round offering because half of the tour is walking through buildings. Your tour guide is a lifelong Clevelander. We need a minumum of 4 visitors to host this tour.
Price: $35.00
Duration: 2 hours
An immersive clue-solving adventure around downtown Columbus. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! IMPORTANT: When planning your adventure, keep in mind that clue-kit shipping can take up to 7 business days. You may reschedule anytime with no fee.
Price: $75.00
Duration: 2 hours
One part scavenger hunt, one part escape room, and one part urban crawl. Can you escape your city? Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover your city with an experience you will never forget! Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Last-minute bookings pick it up at the start point on the day of the adventure - exact location sent after booking.
Price: $75.00
Duration: 2 hours
On our Secret Food Tour: Cincinnati, you'll explore three distinct historic neighborhoods all connected by a modern electric streetcar. Our experienced guides will take you on an amazing foodie adventure through three of Cincinnati's most iconic neighborhoods while traveling like the locals do - by streetcar! On your journey, you'll sample handmade specialties at family-owned businesses in the Findlay Market, indulge in celebrity favorites and viral social media stars in trendy Over-The-Rhine, and learn why the "Queen City" sings down at The Banks. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
Price: $306.00
Duration: 3 hours
Take a walking tour with Ken Naegele, the Necro Tourist at the historic Wesleyan Cemetery. Visit the grave sites of significant people who impacted US and Cincinnati history. Hear their stories and see how they are memorialized.
Price: $20.00
Duration: 1 hours
Take a leisurely stroll with us through Columbus’ hip Short North and savor its culinary delights. More than just an arts district and home to the monthly Gallery Hop—a famous downtown Columbus event—the Short North also boasts a wealth of dining and shopping opportunities. The Short North is packed full of Columbus’ best restaurants, boutiques, bistros, and nightlife. This local food and walking tour is designed to show off some of the best that the Short North and Columbus have to offer. We’ll start at the North Market, Columbus’ historic public market, where we’ll meet some of the local food vendors and learn the history of the building. We will then stop at neighborhood eating establishments, sampling some of their signature dishes, and hearing their stories. Stops will include some neighborhood favorites, and some highly regarded new additions including Brassica, Jeni’s Ice Creams and The Guild House.
Price: $89.00
Duration: 3 hours
"Cook like an Oaxacan in our hands-on class. You will learn how to prepare a traditional dish, step by step, while having fun and learning about the culinary culture of Oaxaca. Our host will guide you through every stage of the process, from selecting ingredients to the final presentation. We customize the class according to your preferences and needs! We have vegetarian options and we adapt to any dietary restrictions."
Price: $75.00
Duration: 2 hours
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- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Ohio’s cuisine reflects Midwestern American traditions with hearty comfort foods and diverse influences. Signature dishes include Cincinnati chili, a unique meat sauce served over spaghetti; pierogis reflecting the state’s Eastern European heritage; and buckeyes, a peanut butter and chocolate confection. Local specialties also feature corn-based dishes, bratwurst, and fresh lake fish. Noteworthy restaurants include The Refectory in Columbus for fine dining and Slyder’s in Cleveland for classic burgers. Dining customs are casual and welcoming, with many eateries emphasizing farm-to-table ingredients.
Getting Around
Ohio is accessible by major airports such as Cleveland Hopkins International, John Glenn Columbus International, and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Within the state, rental cars are the most convenient way to explore, especially for visiting rural or natural areas. Public transportation is available in larger cities through buses and light rail in some locations. Taxi services and rideshares like Uber and Lyft operate in urban centers. Travel costs are generally moderate, with affordable car rentals and public transit fares.
Travel Tips
The best times to visit Ohio are spring and fall for pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Pack layers to accommodate variable temperatures and rain. Respect local customs by being polite and punctual. Ohio is generally safe, but standard travel precautions should be observed. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases or rural areas. Check weather forecasts and event schedules in advance to plan activities accordingly.
Culture & Customs
Ohioans are known for their friendliness and hospitality. Social customs include casual greetings and a strong sense of community. Important cultural events include the Ohio State Fair, the Cincinnati Music Festival, and various county fairs celebrating local heritage. Respect for sports teams, especially college football, is a significant part of local culture. Visitors should be mindful of tipping practices, generally 15-20% in restaurants. Punctuality and courteous behavior are appreciated in social and business settings.
