What to do in Dayton, OH

Activities, attractions and tours

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Photo provided by Courtesy of the Office of TourismOhio, www.DiscoverOhio.com
Photo provided by Courtesy of the Office of TourismOhio, www.DiscoverOhio.com

Dayton Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Dayton has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Dayton is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Dayton to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Dayton Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Dayton.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Dayton attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Downtown Dayton

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Unique features of Downtown Dayton include the theaters and bars. Make a stop by Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center or Victoria Theater while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Dayton
We love this place at Christmas! #Trovember

University Park

While visiting University Park, you might make a stop by sights like Carillon Historical Park and Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum.

University Park
Tumbleweed is one of the many funky bars in Dayton's historic Oregon District.  The decor is bizarre and you'll probably spot something new and entertaining every time you're there, no matter how many times that's been!  There's a small second story area which affords a great view of the stage

Oregon District

Architectural history from 1820 to 1915, featuring Federal to Queen Anne styles, awaits in this Dayton, Ohio neighborhood. Explore art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee houses during your visit.

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South Park

South Park showcases a diverse range of architecture from the 1880s to the early twentieth century. Explore the close-knit neighborhood and its well-maintained parks, offering a unique charm.

South Park
Upstairs room of the newly opened Gem City Catfe. What a cool space!! And downstairs is an amazing room where you can interact with the cats, most of whom are available for adoption.

Historic Inner East

While Historic Inner East might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 2nd Street Market and Day Air Ballpark.

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Twin Towers

While Twin Towers isn't home to many top sights, Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and America's Packard Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Twin Towers

 

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Day trip destinations from Dayton