44 days in Ohio Itinerary

Toledo is a city in and the county seat of Lucas County, Ohio, United States. Explore Toledo's surroundings by going to Providence Metropark (in Grand Rapids) and Findlay (Perennial Plant Peddler & Hancock Historical Museum). The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, stroll through Metroparks of the Toledo Area, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Toledo Zoo.

For maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Toledo day trip site.

Toronto, Canada to Toledo is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, car, and bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Sandusky.

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

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Sandusky: Collier (Howard) State Nature Preserve (in Tiffin), Lakeview Park (in Lorain) and Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums (in Fremont). There's still lots to do: get in on the family fun at Cedar Point, enjoy the sea views from Port Clinton Lighthouse, browse the fresh offerings at Mulberry Creek Herb Farm, and look for all kinds of wild species at Osborn Recreation Area.

To see other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, read Sandusky visit planning website.

You can drive from Toledo to Sandusky in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. September in Sandusky sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Ashland.

Ashland is a city in and the county seat of Ashland County, Ohio, United States. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): identify plant and animal life at Ohio Bird Sanctuary, trek along B&O Bike Trail, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Kingwood Center Gardens. On your second day here, take in nature's colorful creations at Schnormeier Gardens, then stroll through Kokosing Gap Trail, and then immerse yourself in nature at Mohican State Park.

To find maps, photos, ratings, and tourist information, read Ashland attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Sandusky to Ashland takes 1.5 hours. In September in Ashland, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Columbus side-trips: Zipline (in Rockbridge), Logan (Cantwell Cliffs, Ash Cave, &more) and Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (in Powell). Next up on the itinerary: indulge your taste buds at Pedal Wagon Columbus, see the interesting displays at Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of German Village, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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Traveling by car from Ashland to Columbus takes 1.5 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Cincinnati.

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 Dayton (Carillon Historical Park & National Museum of the US Air Force), Hawthorn Hill (in Oakwood (Montgomery County)) and Wake Nation Cincinnati (in Fairfield). There's still lots to do: learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, try your luck at JACK Cincinnati Casino, and stroll around Smale Riverfront Park.

To find reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Cincinnati trip maker app.

You can drive from Columbus to Cincinnati in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September in Cincinnati, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Portsmouth.

Portsmouth is a city in and the county seat of Scioto County, Ohio, United States. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): explore the ancient world of Serpent Mound and then look for all kinds of wild species at Fort Hill State Memorial. Here are some ideas for day two: look for all kinds of wild species at The Edge of Appalachia Preserve System, see the interesting displays at Southern Ohio Museum, and then don't miss a visit to Portsmouth Floodwall Mural.

For traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Portsmouth visit planning site.

Traveling by car from Cincinnati to Portsmouth takes 2 hours. October in Portsmouth sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can drive to Dover.

Dover is a city in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Dover: Manfull Orchards Farm Market (in Augusta), Coshocton (Historic Roscoe Village & Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum) and Lehman's (in Kidron). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Warther Museum, contemplate the long history of Zoar Village State Memorial, find something for the whole family at Tuscora Park, and do a tasting at The Black Sheep Vineyard.

To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Dover trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Portsmouth to Dover in 3.5 hours. In October, daytime highs in Dover are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can go by car to Youngstown.

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. Change things up with these side-trips from Youngstown: Conneaut (Conneaut Township Park & Creek Road Covered Bridge), Ashtabula (Benetka Road Covered Bridge & Western Reserve Greenway) and Metzger Park (in Louisville). On the 17th (Mon), spend a day ambling around Mill Creek Park. The adventure continues: admire the natural beauty at Fellows Riverside Gardens, make a trip to Lynda Tuttle's Art Center, grab your bike and head to Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail, and explore the world behind art at The Butler Institute of American Art.

To see reviews, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Youngstown tour itinerary maker app.

Traveling by car from Dover to Youngstown takes 1.5 hours. In October in Youngstown, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 8°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Cleveland: The Holden Arboretum (in Kirtland), Brandywine Falls (in Sagamore Hills) and James A. Garfield National Historic Site (in Mentor). Spend the 24th (Mon) exploring nature at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, look for all kinds of wild species at F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, explore the different monuments and memorials at Lake View Cemetery, and explore the galleries of A Christmas Story House.

For photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Cleveland trip planner.

Getting from Youngstown to Cleveland by car takes about 1.5 hours. Traveling from Youngstown in October, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Cleveland, with lows around 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can fly back home.