Northwest Ohio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Occasionally if it gets cold enough for long enough, beautiful blue ice will pile up beneath the lighthouse making for an otherworldly landscape. #snow
Occasionally if it gets cold enough for long enough, beautiful blue ice will pile up beneath the lighthouse making for an otherworldly landscape. #snow
The oldest lighthouse in continuous operation in the Great Lakes, it's an iconic landmark that's a must see for anyone visiting the Lake Erie Shores & Islands region of Ohio. Open to the public, you can climb to the top as well during restricted hours.
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The boardwalk descending from the trail head down towards the Sandusky River.

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A nice park to stop for lunch and watch the ships coming into the Maumee river from Lake Erie.

Downtown Toledo

Restaurants, live music and theatres are some highlights of Downtown Toledo. Make a stop by Toledo Repertoire Theatre or Fifth Third Field while you're exploring.

Downtown Toledo
Perry's Victory International Peace Memorial

Ottawa Hills

Travellers like the parks in Ottawa Hills, and Wildwood Preserve Metropark is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ottawa Hills
history still stands

Historic Downtown Sandusky

Though Historic Downtown Sandusky may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Merry-Go-Round Museum and Maritime Museum of Sandusky.

Historic Downtown Sandusky
Aerial panorama Downtown Toldeo Ohio USA all logos removed

Westgate

Westgate might not have many top sights, but Glass Bowl and Wildwood Manor House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Westgate
The Anthony Wayne bridge in downtown Toledo, Ohio, USA, is a famous landmark in Toledo city.

Warehouse District

Restaurants, live music and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Warehouse District. Make a stop by Fifth Third Field or Toledo Repertoire Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Warehouse District
Toledo Ohio Maumee River aerial photo

Ottawa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ottawa and surrounding area, you can visit Ottawa Park Golf Course and Glass Bowl.

Ottawa
Cedar Point's Castaway Bay

Cedar Point's Castaway Bay

3 out of 5
2001 Cleveland Road Sandusky OH
The price is NZ$223 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$223
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Sandusky. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,067 reviews)
Very clean love the STAFF and Breakfast

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Cedar Point's Castaway Bay
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rossford - Toledo South

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rossford - Toledo South

3 out of 5
9790 Clark Drive Perrysburg OH
The price is NZ$139 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$139
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Perrysburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,444 reviews)
Roomwas clean. Poor lighting in bathroom. Also, very slippery tub and insufficient grab bars. Staff at front desk very friendly and efficient.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rossford - Toledo South
Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH

Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH

3.5 out of 5
4600 Milan Rd Sandusky OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$281 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$281
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Sandusky. Enjoy 5 indoor pools, 2 hot tubs and free water park access. Popular attractions Cedar Point and Kalahari Waterpark ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Always a great experience here.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point

Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point

2.5 out of 5
1 Cedar Point Drive Sandusky OH
Stay at this cabin in Sandusky. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and water park access (surcharge). Popular attractions Cedar Point and Cedar Point Shores are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (327 reviews)
Everything was excellent. The view was over the top. You can just walk across for the amusement park never had so much fun in my life. It was really really fun.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point
3 bedroom 2 bathroom house close to all tourist attractions

3 bedroom 2 bathroom house close to all tourist attractions

Vickery OH
Stay at this holiday home in Vickery. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area and Sandusky Bay are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
The house was a perfect size with all the amenities. Hot tub was fabulous.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

3 bedroom 2 bathroom house close to all tourist attractions
Charming 2nd floor unit in historic district

Charming 2nd floor unit in historic district

Toledo OH
Stay at this holiday home in Toledo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Toledo Museum of Art and Irwin Prairie State Nature ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
This was a wonderful place to stay. It was so adorable and the location was great.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Charming 2nd floor unit in historic district
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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