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Buckeye State

Ohio travel guide

Rock and roll history, roller coasters and Lake Erie islands.

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Capital
Columbus
Best time to go
May–Oct
Daily budget
$$ about $150–220 a day
Fly into
CLE Cleveland
CMH Columbus
CVG Cincinnati

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Top places to visit in Ohio

  1. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

    Cleveland's museum of music legends.

  2. Cuyahoga Valley National Park

    Waterfalls and a scenic railroad.

  3. Hocking Hills

    Caves, gorges and cozy cabins.

  4. Cedar Point & Lake Erie Islands

    World-class coasters and island hopping.

  5. National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

    Huge free aircraft museum in Dayton.

  6. Amish Country

    Farms, buggies and homemade pies.

What to eat in Ohio

  • Cincinnati chili
  • Buckeye candy
  • Polish Boy sandwich
  • Amish pie

When is the best time to visit Ohio?

May–Oct is usually the best time to visit Ohio. Moderate: about $150–220 a day for one person, including a shared hotel room and meals.

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Budgets are rough mid-range costs per person, including a shared hotel room and meals. Always check opening times and prices before you go.