Sandusky, Ohio

For adrenaline junkies and NASCAR enthusiasts alike, this attraction will prepare you for the racing experience of a lifetime. Its high-quality instruction and facilities are sure to convince even the most die-hard of fans.

This water park located at Cedar Point amusement park is open for the hot summer months and has fun features like wave pools and water slides, among other rides. Soak City has something for every age and thrill-seeker.

The carousel has become a symbol of childhood in America, and the Merry-Go-Round Museum seeks to display and preserve figures from around the world. They even have a wood carving shop on site.

Kalahari's transparent roof lets the sun shine in while you stay warm indoors during the winter months at the largest indoor water park in the nation. Features include the Swahili Swirl 60' diameter bowl raft ride, Zip Coaster uphill water rollercoaster waterslide, Cheetah Race 4-lane mat slides, Rippling Rhino and Victoria Falls raft rides, and much more.

The Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area encompasses 3,200 acres and is home to pristine wetland habitat. The habitat is dedicated to preserving the area's waterfowl population and is therefore a great place to birdwatch.

Maintained by the Sandusky Library, the Follett House Museum, which is itself listed on the National Register of Historical Landmarks, features an array of artifacts and exhibits that chronicle the history of Sandusky from its very beginnings. Included is the prison camp memorial.

The 293-mile Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Scenic Byway offers views and access to beaches, state parks, preserves, lighthouses, vacation islands, quaint villages, and big cities. Historians enjoy the rich maritime history tours while recreation boaters find themselves in a veritable Mecca of opportunities. A trip to Lake Erie Coastal Ohio is a vacation in and of itself.

The Goodtime I offers all-day island hopping cruises on Lake Erie. They make stops at Kelleys Island and Put-in-Bay, and there are even evening dance cruises to Kelleys Island.

Harlequins is a multiple award winning theatre. An events calendar is available online, so check the website for information regarding upcoming shows.

Sandusky is home to one of the most beautiful collections of historical architecture in the Midwest. Most of the earliest buildings were carved from limestone, and now a plethora of historical sites remain. The Cassedy-West Building, the G. A. Boeckling building, and Hubbard's Block are among the most popular.