Highest-rated things to do in Ohio by visitors

When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.

If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape鈥攊t's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.

Indeed, even if you've lived in Ohio your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Ohio reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Ohio using data from . Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Ohio, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#30. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

- Rating: 4.8/5 (856 reviews)
- City: Akron
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#29. Progressive Field

- Rating: 4.6/5 (2,438 reviews)
- City: Cleveland
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#28. Toledo Zoo

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,883 reviews)
- City: Toledo
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#27. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,724 reviews)
- City: Cleveland
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#26. Findlay Market

- Rating: 4.3/5 (629 reviews)
- City: Cincinnati
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#25. Lake View Cemetery

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,043 reviews)
- City: Cleveland
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#24. Pro Football Hall of Fame

- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,307 reviews)
- City: Canton
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#23. Carillon Historical Park

- Rating: 4.8/5 (995 reviews)
- City: Dayton
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#22. Cosi Center Of Science And Industry

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,490 reviews)
- City: Columbus
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#21. Jungle Jim's International Market

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,137 reviews)
- City: Fairfield Butler County
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#20. American Sign Museum

- Rating: 4.6/5 (917 reviews)
- City: Cincinnati
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#19. North Market Downtown

- Rating: 4.6/5 (853 reviews)
- City: Columbus
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#18. Krohn Conservatory

- Rating: 4.5/5 (848 reviews)
- City: Cincinnati
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#17. Cuyahoga Valley National Park

- Rating: 4.3/5 (940 reviews)
- City: Brecksville
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#16. Kings Island

- Rating: 4.2/5 (3,006 reviews)
- City: Mason
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#15. German Village

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,192 reviews)
- City: Columbus
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#14. Cincinnati Museum Center

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,875 reviews)
- City: Cincinnati
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#13. The Wilds

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,064 reviews)
- City: Cumberland Guernsey County
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#12. Easton Town Center

- Rating: 4.6/5 (3,310 reviews)
- City: Columbus
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#11. Great American Ball Park

- Rating: 4.6/5 (2,981 reviews)
- City: Cincinnati
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#10. House From A Christmas Story

- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,381 reviews)
- City: Cleveland
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#9. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

- Rating: 4.6/5 (3,243 reviews)
- City: Powell
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#8. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,716 reviews)
- City: Columbus
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#7. Hocking Hills State Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,524 reviews)
- City: Logan
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#6. Cleveland Museum of Art

- Rating: 4.9/5 (3,607 reviews)
- City: Cleveland
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#5. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

- Rating: 4.6/5 (4,033 reviews)
- City: Cincinnati
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#4. Cedar Point

- Rating: 4.4/5 (9,354 reviews)
- City: Sandusky
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#3. National Museum of the US Air Force

- Rating: 4.9/5 (5,181 reviews)
- City: Dayton
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#2. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

- Rating: 4.4/5 (10,119 reviews)
- City: Cleveland
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#1. West Side Market

- Rating: 4.6/5 (4,479 reviews)
- City: Cleveland
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 51 states.

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