42 days in Ohio Itinerary

Created using Klarna Trips Ohio travel route planner
Make it your trip
Fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Drive to Sandusky
1
Sandusky
— 3 nights
Drive
2
Cleveland
— 6 nights
Drive
3
Youngstown
— 5 nights
Drive
4
Dover
— 5 nights
Drive
5
Portsmouth
— 3 nights
Drive
6
Cincinnati
— 7 nights
Drive
7
Columbus
— 6 nights
Drive
8
Toledo
— 6 nights
Drive to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Fly to Exeter

S M T W T F S
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22

Sandusky — 3 nights

Sandusky positively bustles in the summertime due to its famed amusement park.
Venture out of the city with trips to Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial (in Put in Bay), Collier (Howard) State Nature Preserve (in Tiffin) and Burnham Orchards (in Berlin Heights). And it doesn't end there: cool off at Cedar Point, steep yourself in history at Port Clinton Lighthouse, learn about winemaking at Rocky Point Winery, and pick up some local products at Mulberry Creek Herb Farm.

To find other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Sandusky road trip planner.

Exeter, UK to Sandusky is an approximately 16-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Exeter to Sandusky is minus 5 hours. In September, daily temperatures in Sandusky can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Cleveland.
more
Historic Sites · Parks · Nature · Museums
Side Trips
Find places to stay Sep 5 — 8:

Cleveland — 6 nights

Forest City

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 Cleveland's surroundings by going to The Holden Arboretum (in Kirtland), Akron (F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm & Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens) and Brandywine Falls (in Sagamore Hills). Spend the 14th (Wed) exploring nature at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, don't miss a visit to A Christmas Story House, get to know the resident critters at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, and brush up on your military savvy at Cuyahoga County Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument.

To see traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Cleveland vacation builder app.

Traveling by car from Sandusky to Cleveland takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Youngstown.
more
Parks · Nature · Museums · Historic Sites
Side Trips
Find places to stay Sep 8 — 14:

Youngstown — 5 nights

Youngstown is a city in and the county seat of Mahoning County in the U.S. state of Ohio, with small portions extending into Trumbull County. Venture out of the city with trips to Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail (in Lisbon), Conneaut (Conneaut Township Park, Creek Road Covered Bridge, &more) and Beaver Creek State Park (in East Liverpool). On the 16th (Fri), spend a day ambling around Mill Creek Park. There's still lots to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Fellows Riverside Gardens, explore the world behind art at The Butler Institute of American Art, stroll around Boardman Park, and contemplate the long history of Lanterman's Mill.

To find ratings, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Youngstown sightseeing planning site.

You can drive from Cleveland to Youngstown in 1.5 hours. Traveling from Cleveland in September, Youngstown is little chillier at night with lows of 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) early enough to drive to Dover.
more
Parks · Trails · Outdoors · Nature
Side Trips
Find places to stay Sep 14 — 19:

Dover — 5 nights

Dover is a city in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Dover: Hillcrest Orchard (in Sugarcreek), Manfull Orchards Farm Market (in Augusta) and Lehman's (in Kidron). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Warther Museum, do a tasting at The Black Sheep Vineyard, admire the striking features of Historic Roscoe Village, and wander the wide-open spaces of Boss Bison Ranch.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Dover day trip site.

Traveling by car from Youngstown to Dover takes 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in September, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Portsmouth.
more
Historic Sites · Museums · Theme Parks · Wineries
Side Trips
Find places to stay Sep 19 — 24:

Portsmouth — 3 nights

Portsmouth is a city in and the county seat of Scioto County, Ohio, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Serpent Mound (in Peebles), The Edge of Appalachia Preserve System (in West Union) and Scioto Trail State Park (in Chillicothe). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Portsmouth Floodwall Mural, see the interesting displays at Southern Ohio Museum, look for all kinds of wild species at Fort Hill State Memorial, and admire the majestic nature at Shawnee State Park.

To plan Portsmouth vacation without wasting time, ask Klarna Trips to design an itinerary.

Getting from Dover to Portsmouth by car takes about 3.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in September, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Cincinnati.
more
Parks · Nature · Wildlife · Museums
Side Trips
Find places to stay Sep 24 — 27:

Cincinnati — 7 nights

The Queen of the West

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.
Change things up with these side-trips from Cincinnati: Great Miami River Trail (in Montgomery), Dayton (Carillon Historical Park & National Museum of the US Air Force) and Balloon Rides (in Lebanon). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 1st (Sat) at Wake Nation Cincinnati. Next up on the itinerary: sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting, look for all kinds of wild species at Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and walk around Smale Riverfront Park.

To find maps, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Cincinnati vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Portsmouth to Cincinnati takes 2 hours. In September in Cincinnati, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can drive to Columbus.
more
Museums · Parks · Historic Sites · Theme Parks
Side Trips
Find places to stay Sep 27 — Oct 4:

Columbus — 6 nights

The Discovery City

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.
Venture out of the city with trips to Rockbridge (Zipline & Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve), Rockside Winery and Vineyards (in Lancaster) and The Wilds (in Cumberland). And it doesn't end there: learn the secrets of beer at Pedal Wagon Columbus, admire the majestic nature at Hocking Hills State Park, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and wander the streets of Short North Arts District.

To find traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Columbus trip maker app.

Getting from Cincinnati to Columbus by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Columbus are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to drive to Toledo.
more
Parks · Tours · Shopping · Museums
Side Trips
Find places to stay Oct 4 — 10:

Toledo — 6 nights

Toledo is a city in and the county seat of Lucas County, Ohio, United States. Take a break from Toledo with a short trip to Johnston Fruit Farms in Swanton, about 38 minutes away. There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, see the interesting displays at National Museum of the Great Lakes, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Maumee Bay Brew Pub, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral.

To see photos, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Toledo online route planner.

Drive from Columbus to Toledo in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October in Toledo, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.
more
Parks · Museums · Historic Sites · Breweries & Distilleries
Side Trips
Find places to stay Oct 10 — 16:

Ohio travel guide

4.3
The Buckeye State
Nicknamed the "Heart of It All" because of its heart-like shape, Ohio is perhaps best described as a mosaic of big cities and small towns, with vast tracts of farmland in between. Always a major industrial and political player in the country, the state was the home to eight American presidents and the Wright brothers, inventors of the airplane. The first man to walk on the Moon came from Ohio, as did 23 other astronauts. More than just an overachiever in science, industry, and politics, the state is also a serious holiday destination, featuring both traditional Amish farms and bustling cities with a great selection of things to do.
more