Mix a little history with some fun at The Encampment in Grove City, Ohio.  Interact with re-enactors for the American Revolution through the Civil War including the Western Plains.

Central Ohio has something for everyone: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium made famous by Jack Hanna; next door is Zoombezi Bay, Central Ohio’s largest outdoor water park; COSI, rated the number one science center in the United States by Parents Magazine. COSI also has a seven story extreme screen theater.

Don’t overlook the authentic replica of the Santa Maria, the Motorcycle Hall of Fame, Beulah Park thoroughbred racing, Ohio Statehouse, Motts Military Museum, Ohio Historical Center, professional soccer, baseball and hockey, Franklin Park Conservatory and its Chihuly exhibit.

The best lodging destination in Central Ohio is Grove City, six miles from Downtown Columbus and close to all area attractions. 800-539-0405, www.visitgrovecityoh.com

For generations families have traveled to Loudonville – Ohio’s camp and canoe capital. Today families are planning Ohio vacations and discovering how much more the area has to offer.

Located on the Mohican River, Loudonville boasts eight canoe liveries and 2600 camp sites within minutes of downtown. With almost 6,000 acres of rugged woodland, Mohican State Park offers 45 miles of hiking trails, nine miles of bridal trails and a highly rated 24.5 miles mountain bike trail. Don’t miss Clear Fork Gorge, the deepest gorge in Ohio and a great place to fish. Coming this summer, enjoy Tree Frog Canopy Tours Zipline.

Browse the quaint shops in Loudonville’s Victorian downtown. Specialty shops from shoes to jewelry, handcrafted Amish furniture, a Native American shop, art galleries, curio shops, and you won’t want to miss our great fairs and festivals. Lodgings include camping, deluxe cottages and cabins, motels, a luxury resort, even a castle.

Loudonville-Mohican Convention & [...]

For generations families have traveled to Loudonville – Ohio’s camp and canoe capital. Today families are planning Ohio vacations and discovering how much more the area has to offer.

Located on the Mohican River, Loudonville boasts eight canoe liveries and 2600 camp sites within minutes of downtown. With almost 6,000 acres of rugged woodland, Mohican State Park offers 45 miles of hiking trails, nine miles of bridal trails and a highly rated 24.5 miles mountain bike trail. Don’t miss Clear Fork Gorge, the deepest gorge in Ohio and a great place to fish. Coming this summer, enjoy Tree Frog Canopy Tours Zipline.

Browse the quaint shops in Loudonville’s Victorian downtown. Specialty shops from shoes to jewelry, handcrafted Amish furniture, a Native American shop, art galleries, curio shops, and you won’t want to miss our great fairs and festivals. Lodgings include camping, deluxe cottages and cabins, motels, a luxury resort, even a castle.

Loudonville-Mohican Convention & [...]

Mansfield is a veritable playground for both kids and grown ups!

Situated in the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Mansfield takes advantage of the landscape, weather, and location to offer some incredible getaway and recreational options close to home for most travelers. Check out the “Deals” tab on our homepage at www.MansfieldTourism.com

Kid-Friendly

Kid-friendly warm-weather favorites include feeding the animals at a real farm that’s actually a state park in Malabar Farm, seeing birds up close at the Ohio Bird Sanctuary, canoeing down a lazy river with the whole family, and bike riding on the B&O Bike Trail.

Year-round, families enjoy the Historic Carousel District and the Richland Carrousel Park and seeing master craftsmen carve figures at Carousel Magic! Just down the street, stop in and watch the Squirrel’s Den make homemade chocolate and then take a short walk to introduce high-tech [...]