23 days in Ohio Itinerary

Situated on the north bank of the Ohio River, Cincinnati distinguished itself as the only U.S. city that left a favorable impression on one of its most famous 19th-century visitors, English author Charles Dickens.

Explore Cincinnati's surroundings by going to Balloon Rides (in Lebanon), Hawthorn Hill (in Oakwood (Montgomery County)) and Dayton (Carillon Historical Park & National Museum of the US Air Force). There's lots more to do: sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting, stroll through Riverwalk, take a peaceful walk through Redbird Hollow Preserve, and walk around Smale Riverfront Park.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Cincinnati. September in Cincinnati sees daily highs of 80°F and lows of 56°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Columbus.

More than just one of the nation's top business centers, Columbus is a mixture of many different parts of America, situated at the spot where the so-called "Bible Belt" meets the varied cultures of the Great Plains and Appalachia.

Change things up with these side-trips from Columbus: The Wilds (in Cumberland), St. Nicholas Catholic Church (in Zanesville) and Zipline (in Rockbridge). There's lots more to do: learn the secrets of beer at Pedal Wagon Columbus, see the interesting displays at Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum, get to know the fascinating history of German Village, and look for gifts at Helen Winnemore's.

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Drive from Cincinnati to Columbus in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Columbus are 79°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Toledo.

Toledo is a city in and the county seat of Lucas County, Ohio, United States. When in Toledo, make a side trip to see Providence Metropark in Grand Rapids, approximately Grand Rapids away. There's much more to do: stroll around Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, identify plant and animal life at The 577 Foundation, examine the collection at National Museum of the Great Lakes, and learn the secrets of beer at The HandleBar Toledo.

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You can drive from Columbus to Toledo in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Toledo are 77°F, while nighttime lows are 57°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can go by car to Sandusky.

Sandusky positively bustles in the summertime due to its famed amusement park.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): steep yourself in history at Thomas Edison Birthplace Museum, then pick up some local products at Mulberry Creek Herb Farm, then make a splash at Cedar Point, and finally identify plant and animal life at Castalia Quarry Reserve. On the 22nd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: delve into the lush surroundings at Collier (Howard) State Nature Preserve, explore the galleries of Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, and then relax in the rural setting at Burnham Orchards.

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Traveling by car from Toledo to Sandusky takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September in Sandusky, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 59°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Cleveland.

A culturally diverse city situated on the shores of Lake Erie, Cleveland boasts many places to visit, such as world-class museums, popular amusement parks, and sprawling recreational areas.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cleveland: Fellows Riverside Gardens (in Youngstown), Akron (Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens & F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm) and The Upton House (in Warren). On the 26th (Mon), spend a day ambling around Mill Creek Park. There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, explore the galleries of A Christmas Story House, stroll the grounds of Lake View Cemetery, and stroll around Rocky River Reservation.

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Drive from Sandusky to Cleveland in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In September in Cleveland, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 62°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Dover.

Dover is a city in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States. Start off your visit on the 28th (Wed): see the interesting displays at Warther Museum, then see the interesting displays at The endings museum, then contemplate the long history of Zoar Village State Memorial, and finally browse the exhibits of J. E. Reeves Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: browse the fresh offerings at Hillcrest Orchard, stop by Lehman's, then relax in the rural setting at Manfull Orchards Farm Market, and finally don't miss a visit to Brick Wall Sculpture.

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You can drive from Cleveland to Dover in 1.5 hours. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Cleveland in September since evenings lows in Dover dip to 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to drive to Portsmouth.

Portsmouth is a city in and the county seat of Scioto County, Ohio, United States. Kick off your visit on the 30th (Fri): examine the collection at Southern Ohio Museum, then stop by Ghosts in the Attic, and then make a trip to Portsmouth Floodwall Mural.

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You can drive from Dover to Portsmouth in 3.5 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 80°F, and evening lows to 58°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can go by car back home.