Highest-rated things to do in Ohio, according to Tripadvisor
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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.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Ohio using data from Tripadvisor. 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 June 3, 2024.
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.
#30. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,068 reviews)
- Address: 50 East Freedom Way Cincinnati, Ohio
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#29. COSI Center of Science and Industry
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,476 reviews)
- Address: 333 West Broad St. Columbus, Ohio
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#28. American Sign Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (881 reviews)
- Address: 1330 Monmouth St. Cincinnati, Ohio
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#27. German Village
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,175 reviews)
- Address: 588 South 3rd St. Columbus, Ohio
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#26. North Market Downtown
- Rating: 4.5/5 (841 reviews)
- Address: 59 Spruce St. Columbus, Ohio
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#25. Lake View Cemetery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,035 reviews)
- Address: 12316 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
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#24. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
- Rating: 5/5 (846 reviews)
- Address: 714 North Portage Path Akron, Ohio
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#23. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,704 reviews)
- Address: 3900 Wildlife Way Cleveland, Ohio
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#22. Cincinnati Art Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,110 reviews)
- Address: 953 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, Ohio
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#21. Jungle Jim's International Market
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,119 reviews)
- Address: 5440 Dixie Hwy Fairfield, Ohio
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#20. Progressive Field
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,418 reviews)
- Address: 2401 Ontario St. Cleveland, Ohio
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#19. Toledo Museum of Art
- Rating: 5/5 (1,217 reviews)
- Address: 2445 Monroe St. Toledo, Ohio
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#18. Carillon Historical Park
- Rating: 5/5 (984 reviews)
- Address: 1000 Carillon Blvd. Dayton, Ohio
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#17. Toledo Zoo
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,873 reviews)
- Address: 2 Hippo Way Toledo, Ohio
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#16. Kings Island
- Rating: 4/5 (2,963 reviews)
- Address: 6300 Kings Island Drive Mason, Ohio
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#15. The Wilds
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,037 reviews)
- Address: 14000 International Road Cumberland, Ohio
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#14. Cincinnati Museum Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,859 reviews)
- Address: 1301 Western Ave. Union Terminal Cincinnati, Ohio
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#13. Pro Football Hall of Fame
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,270 reviews)
- Address: 2121 George Halas Drive Northwest Canton, Ohio
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#12. Hocking Hills State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,505 reviews)
- Address: 19852 State Route 664 South Logan, Ohio
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#11. Easton Town Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,304 reviews)
- Address: 160 Easton Town Center Columbus, Ohio
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#10. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,687 reviews)
- Address: 1777 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio
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#9. Great American Ball Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,946 reviews)
- Address: 100 Joe Nuxhall Way Cincinnati, Ohio
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#8. House From A Christmas Story
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,347 reviews)
- Address: 3159 West 11th St. Cleveland, Ohio
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#7. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2,753 reviews)
- Address: 4850 Powell Road Powell, Ohio
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#6. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3,985 reviews)
- Address: 3400 Vine St. Cincinnati, Ohio
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#5. West Side Market
- Rating: 4.5/5 (4,459 reviews)
- Address: 1979 West 25th St. Cleveland, Ohio
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#4. Cedar Point
- Rating: 4.5/5 (9,262 reviews)
- Address: 1 Cedar Point Drive Sandusky, Ohio
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#3. Cleveland Museum of Art
- Rating: 5/5 (3,571 reviews)
- Address: 11150 East Blvd. Cleveland, Ohio
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#2. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
- Rating: 4.5/5 (9,985 reviews)
- Address: 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd. Main Terminal Cleveland, Ohio
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#1. National Museum of the US Air Force
- Rating: 5/5 (5,119 reviews)
- Address: 1100 Spaatz St. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
