60 days in Ohio Itinerary

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: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (in Powell), Rockbridge (Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve & Zipline) and Logan (Hemlock Bridge Trail, Blue Valley Massage, &more). And it doesn't end there: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, look for all kinds of wild species at The Wilds, admire the natural beauty at Inniswood Metro Gardens, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Kokosing Gap Trail.

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Nairobi, Kenya to Columbus is an approximately 23-hour flight. Traveling from Nairobi to Columbus, you'll gain 8 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Nairobi in October, things will get slightly colder in Columbus: highs are around 22°C and lows about 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) early enough 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Lebanon (Pines Pet Cemetery and Cremation Center & Balloon Rides), David's Cemetery (in Kettering) and Kings Island (in Mason). There's still lots to do: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, stroll the grounds of Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum, try your luck at JACK Cincinnati Casino, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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You can drive from Columbus to Cincinnati in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. October in Cincinnati sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to drive to Portsmouth.

Portsmouth is a city in and the county seat of Scioto County, Ohio, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Scioto Trail State Park (in Chillicothe), Bainbridge - Ross County (Bainbridge Dental Museum & The Highlands Nature Sanctuary) and Mothman Statue (in Point Pleasant). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Portsmouth Floodwall Mural, look for all kinds of wild species at Fort Hill State Memorial, contemplate the long history of Serpent Mound, and immerse yourself in nature at Shawnee State Park.

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You can drive from Cincinnati to Portsmouth in 2 hours. In October in Portsmouth, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Dover.

Dover is a city in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States. Explore Dover's surroundings by going to Manfull Orchards Farm Market (in Augusta), Boss Bison Ranch (in Cadiz) and The Wilderness Center (in Wilmot). And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Warther Museum, get in on the family fun at Adventure Creek Challenge Course, LLC, contemplate the long history of Zoar Village State Memorial, and do a tasting at School House Winery.

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Getting from Portsmouth to Dover by car takes about 3.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Dover can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (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. Explore Youngstown's surroundings by going to Beaver Creek State Park (in East Liverpool), Ashtabula (Western Reserve Greenway, Brant's Apple Orchard, &more) and Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail (in Lisbon). On the 3rd (Sun), spend a day ambling around Mill Creek Park. There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Fellows Riverside Gardens, stop by White House Fruit Farm Inc., explore the world behind art at The Butler Institute of American Art, and sample the tasty concoctions at Birdfish Brewing Co..

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You can drive from Dover to Youngstown in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In November, daytime highs in Youngstown are 11°C, while nighttime lows are 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Cleveland side-trips: Hershberger's Farm & Bakery (in Millersburg), The Farm at Walnut Creek (in Sugarcreek) and Hudson Springs Park (in Hudson). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, make a trip to A Christmas Story House, look for all kinds of wild species at F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, and take in nature's colorful creations at The Holden Arboretum.

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Drive from Youngstown to Cleveland in 1.5 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Youngstown in November since evenings lows in Cleveland dip to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to drive to Sandusky.

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sandusky: Collier (Howard) State Nature Preserve (in Tiffin), Burnham Orchards (in Berlin Heights) and Mansfield (Kingwood Center Gardens, B&O Bike Trail, &more). There's much more to do: make a splash at Cedar Point, look for all kinds of wild species at Vermilion River Reservation, browse the fresh offerings at Mulberry Creek Herb Farm, and enjoy the sea views from Marblehead Lighthouse State Park.

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Traveling by car from Cleveland to Sandusky takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In November in Sandusky, expect temperatures between 12°C during the day and 2°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can drive to Toledo.

Toledo is a city in and the county seat of Lucas County, Ohio, United States. Get out of town with these interesting Toledo side-trips: Perennial Plant Peddler (in Findlay), Johnston Fruit Farms (in Swanton) and Providence Metropark (in Grand Rapids). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Toledo Museum of Art, relax in the rural setting at MacQueen Orchards & Farm Market, identify plant and animal life at Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Toledo Zoo.

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Traveling by car from Sandusky to Toledo takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 11°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to catch the flight back home.