A.D. Farrow Harley Davidson Dealership 491 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215, 614-228-6353, 800-231-8436, You'll see displays of vintage motorcycles that trace the evolution of the Harley Davidson at this dealership that was the first Harley Davidson dealership established in America in 1912 and is still an operating dealership. more... 

Magic Mountain Fun Center 8350 Lyra Drive, Columbus, OH 43240, Located in North Columbus, 614-844-4FUN, Family amusement center that offers an array of activities for the whole family to enjoy including adventure golf, a large arcade, a children's playland, laser tag, go-karts, and bumper boats.

Historic Roscoe Village 381 Hill St., Columbus, OH 43812, 70 miles east of Columbus in Coschocton, 740-622-9310, Offers a look at life in an 1800's canal town accented by a wonderful mix of distinctive shopping and delectable dining. Enjoy costumed craftspeople and shopkeepers performing their trades. 

Kelton House Museum (circa 1852) 586 East Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215, 614-464-2022, This beautiful Victorian house and garden celebrates all things Victorian and provides a window into the culture and way of life in Columbus during that era. There are many items that will give you a feeling of having a personal and intimate glimpse into the events of individuals who lived through the 19th century with displays of ornate silver, pressed flowers, a brooch woven of hair, and many other items showcased. The museum shop offers items that are in accord with the period. more... 

Ohio Statehouse, The (circa 1839) 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215, 614-752-9777, 888-644-6123, The central focus of a ten acre square, the Statehouse is home to the office of the Governor and the chamber of the House of Representatives. The building is an excellent example of understated Greek Revival style, with noticeable Doric influences, and is listed on the register of National Historic Landmarks. Statues and monuments of interest pepper the ten acres that surround the Statehouse.  more... 

Serpent Mound 3850 State Route 73, Peebles, OH 45216, 937-587-2796, 800-752-2757, Surrender to the awe inspired at this site that is still a baffling conundrum to modern historians. Located 90 miles southwest of Columbus, this historic mound is the finest remaining example of an Indian effigy mound that slithers over a quarter mile area and is five feet high in some places. The mound is a testament to the religious and mystical nature of the ancient Native Americans and there is a tower from which the mound may be viewed, as well as a small museum that explores what is known of the original inhabitants of the region and its geological history.  more...

Seven Caves 7660 Cave Road, Bainbridge, OH 45612, 937-365-1283, 800-290-9695, Featuring seven caves over 400 million years in the making, this site offers fantastic views as you walk through the caves, across cliff tops, and down to the creek valley that lies below. With three well marked nature trails, you can meander past grottos, chasms, waterfalls, eye catching lime deposits, unusual rock formations, and over 300 varieties of plants and trees. Many visitors have described the spectacular site as “Ohio’s Wonderland.” more... 

Shrum Mound Located at McKinely Avenue, Campbell Park, 614-297-2630, 800-686-1535, Believed to be constructed around 2,000 years ago by the prehistoric Adena people, this 25 foot tall Indian mound is 100 feet in diameter and its grassy summit affords a nice view of surrounding woods and water. more...

Columbus Museum of Art 480 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215, 614-221-6801, This museum anchors its collection on pieces of early Modernist art and also displays and collects contemporary art. Exhibitions in various media are held with paintings, photography, and less traditional forms of art included. Educational programs and special events are held throughout the year. more... 

Columbus Santa Maria, The 243 North Fifth Street, Suite 210, Columbus, OH 43215, Located at Battelle Riverfront Park, 614-645-8760, Offering tours and programs while bearing a relation to the city’s namesake, this museum quality replica of the Santa Maria, one of the three ships that made the voyage leading to the discovery of America, offers a chance to see the inner workings of the 15 century wooden ship that braved the unknown in search of new lands. In addition to the tours and events, the ship can be rented for parties, receptions, and other special occasions. more... 

Hawk Galleries 153 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 43215, 614-225-9595, Featured displays at these galleries include paintings, sculptures, glasswork, and functional art objects from a collection that includes masterworks in contemporary glassworks and sculpture by such noted masters as Christopher Riles, Dale Chihuly, Jon Kuhn, and William Morris. Hours are Tuesday through Friday 10 to 5:30 P.M., Saturday 11 to 5 P.M. and Sunday 1 to 5 P.M.  

Heritage Museum of Kappa Kappa 530 East Town Street, Columbus, OH 43216, 614-228-6515, Located in an Italianate mansion that was built in 1852 and was once the Civil War home of a former Ohio governor, this museum makes use of the history of Kappa Kappa Gamma to trace the changing role of women in higher education throughout history. The Victorian rooms in the mansion depict the lifestyle of that era. more... 

Jack Nicklaus Museum 2355 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43210, 614-247-5959, Honoring the achievements of golf icon Jack Nicklaus, this museum displays exhibits that trace his illustrious career, as well as other exhibits that showcase legends of golf, major events, and championships in the history of the sport. more... 

King Arts Complex, The 867 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH 43203, 614-645-5464, A performing and cultural arts facility that is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the cultural and artistic heritage of African-Americans and hosts an array of visual art exhibits, as well as a wide range of performing arts events. They are located in a National Register of Historic Place building that was built in 1925 as a Pythian Temple and an array of performing, cultural, and educational programs are also available. more... 

Ohio Craft Museum 1655 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus, OH 43212, 614-486-4402, Presenting five major exhibitions each year, this museum features exhibits in the Criterion Gallery, as well as rotating exhibitions in Gallery Two. The Craft Research Library and Media Center provides research materials and events that will entertain people of all ages are held throughout the year. more... 

Ohio Historical Center 1982 Velma Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211, 614-297-2300, 800-653-6446, The 1989 Smithsonian Guide to Historic America describes this museum as “probably the finest museum in America devoted to pre-European history.” The museum includes exhibits of natural history that reach to the murkiest mists of prehistory and studies of the early culture and lifestyles of the human natives that populated the region before the advent of Europeans on the continent of North America. The state archives that are housed at the museum offer copious options and tools for research and the museum bookstore offers a varied selection of books, replicas, crafts, and other history related items.  more... 

Ohio Women's Hall of Fame 145 South Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215, 614-466-4496, Featuring a display that includes the names of the members of the Ohio Women’s Hall of Fame, as well as photographs and biographies of the inductees, this hall of fame honors Ohio women who have contributed to the growth and progress of our state, our nation, and our world. more... 

Riffe Gallery 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215, Located at Vern Riffe Center, 614-466-2613, Under the auspices of the Ohio Arts Council, this gallery hosts exhibits of collections from various museums throughout the state of Ohio and is a showcase for the work of Ohio artists. Exhibits include a variety of media ranging from paintings and sculptures to quilts that warrant inspection and admiration. more... 

Thurber House, The 77 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215, 614-464-1032, The childhood home of the author James Thurbor, this museum house is dedicated to the memory and work of the and includes a literary center, museum, and book store.  more... 

Wexner Center for the Arts 1871 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43210, Located at Ohio State University, 614 292-3535, The Wexner Center features four exhibition galleries, a video exhibition space called "The Box," the Film/Video Theater, Performance Space, a "black box" theater with flexible seating; Ohio State's Fine Arts Library and Cartoon Research Library, the Wexner Center Store, and Cam's on Campus. Adjacent to the Wexner Center, Mershon Auditorium is a premier venue for dance, music, theater, lectures, multimedia presentations and more. more... 

Franklin Park Conservatory 1777 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43203, 614-645-8733, 800-214-7275, This conservatory offers 90 acres of international gardens to be enjoyed and explored with some of the habitats you may visit including the Japanese Gardens, the cool Himalayan Mountains, a Pacific Island, a Tropical Rainforest, and a Bonsai Garden. Tours of the facility are offered and a wide range of educational programs are offered.  more... 

Schiller Park 1069 Jaeger Street, Columbus, OH 43206, 614-645-3156, Situated on 24 beautiful acres, this park includes the resplendent Huntington Perennial Gardens, a fishing pond, basketball courts, a softball field, a playground, a picnic area, a recreation area, an amphitheatre, and four lighted tennis courts. During the summer months, the park offers tennis lessons and hosts the National Junior Tennis League Program for beginners.  

Scioto River Park Located at Downtown Columbus Riverfront, 614-294-6023, Columbus natives use this downtown, riverside area as the site for a variety of events and festivals. Covering a two block radius, this river park is anchored by Genoa Park and Bicentennial Park and events held at the park include the annual Fourth of July fireworks display, the Columbus Arts Festival, the Jazz and Rib Fest, and fetching Christmas decorations during the holiday season.

Sharon Woods 6911 Cleveland Avenue, Westerville, OH 43081, 614-891-0700, This lovely, wooded city park is circumscribed by a four mile bike loop that skirts ponds and forests that are dense with deer and other wildlife. The trails are all flat, paved, well taken care of, and safe making it the perfect place to ride with children or for those wanting a casual and relaxing ride through a soothing, scenic environment.

Topiary Park 480 East Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215, Located in Downtown Columbus, 614-645-0197, Situated on the former site of the Ohio School for the Deaf, one block south of the Columbus Museum of Art, the Topiary Park is a unique arts project. Georges Seurat's famous post-impressionist painting, "A Sunday on The Island of La Grande Jatte," was recreated in topiary by local artist James T. Mason. The Topiary Park Museum Shop/Visitors Center is open from April through December. more... 

COSI 333 West Broad Street, Columbiana, OH 44408, 614-228-COSI, At COSI, you'll be dazzled, amazed and delighted as you explore one incredible scientific wonder after another. Interactive exhibits, awesome attractions and incredible theaters make our 320,000 square-foot science center a magical experience. more...

Schrock's Amish Farm 4363 State Route 39, Berlin, OH 44610, 330-893-3232, A warm, old-fashioned welcome is extended to all curious “city slickers” at this Amish farm that offers tours aboard horse-drawn buggies and is complete with Amish tour guides to elucidate the purity of a more simple life as lived by the sect. The barnyard offers many chances for close contact with a variety of farm animals and the Amish House provides a glimpse of a lifestyle that is without electricity and modern conveniences, yet rich in heritage and tradition. Other areas of interest on the farm include a chicken coop, a vegetable garden, a grape arbor, and on site gift shops.  more...

Zanesville & Western Scenic Railroad The Zanesville and Western Scenic Railroad provides a tourist destination in Southeast Ohio, offering passenger train excursions and motorcar operations on an exceptionally scenic and historic rail line known as the Glass Rock Line. more...