I've been to Put In Bay on Lake Erie, what other attractions are in the area besides Cedar Point?

Question

We would like to spend a weekend near Put In Bay but want something else to do besides the islands. What other things are in the area besides Cedar Point and wineries?

Answer 1

We have the Maritime Museum in downtown Sandusky, as well a the Follett House Museum, Merry-go-round museum, and beautiful parks. You can park downtown and walk to all of these attractions as well as Battery Park, numerous antiques shops and the Sandusky State Theatre.

In Perkins township we have a go-cart and mini golf place called Goofy Golf featuring three tracks, 36 holes, bumper boats and an arcade. We have Ghostly Manor haunted house (open year round), the XD theatre and skate world all under one roof.

Next you can also check out the Quality Inn and Suites which features a hotel, restaurant, bar, off track betting, indoor waterpark, bowling, laser tag, video games and virtual golf.

East Harbor State Park is a short drive, while on that peninsula you can stop at Netty's in Danbury for the best chili cheese dog you'll ever have and pick up fresh fruit, cheeses and other jarred foods at Bergman's fruit stand.

Cleveland is a one hour drive and features the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Great Lakes Science Center, USS Cod and William G. Mather freighter museum which are all in the same three block area. Cleveland also has a zoo with an enclosure that mimics the rain forest.

50 miles west is Toledo which has a zoo, COSI (Center of Science and Industry), Fifth Third Field (where you can watch a Mud Hens AAA baseball game) and a great art museum.

When you get hungry make sure you visit the PTL Pub and Grub for over 35 flavors of wings (including Vidalia Onion, Hot Garlic Parm, Chocolate, and Inferno) or the 800 Club for the best Italian cuisine in the area.

You can find reviews for the 800 Club at http://local.yahoo.com and searching for that name in ZIP code 44870

Answer 2

I live in Ohio and I've been to Cedar Point and Put-in-Bay several times. Cedar Point is a lot of fun. There are kids rides in Camp Snoopy and there are a lot of big rides including the biggest rollercoaster in the world, the dragster. There is also a water park but you have to pay extra to get into that. There are many places to eat and it's a great family vacation. Put-in-bay is also a lot of fun. My family stayed in a cottage for a week and one day we rode a boat over to put-in-bay and spent the day there. It's just a little town where you can shop and we had a picnic at the park. We mostly spent the whole day walking around and finding out what was there. It was a lot of fun.

Answer 3

Cedar Point is the best amusement park there is...especially if you like rides. They have great shows and a water park. Go to Kelly's Island. There you can rent bikes or golf carts or take your car. You can see the glaciar grooves or just check out island life or the beach. South of Sandusky about 30 minutes to Seneca caverns (near Bellevue), which are really great if you like exploring caves. Lakeside is a Chautauqua-style resort town where you can stroll the town and shop, go to the live shows in the evening. Go see Marblehead lighthouse and check out the shops close by. There is Wildlife Safari... where you drive your car through a wildlife park and you can feed the animals... Giraffes, Ostriches, and other exotic animals stick their heads in your window and demand to be fed... kind of fun especially for kids. There are several water parks in the area...where you can stay the night. Close by is Maumee Bay State Park which has a great beach, golf course, hiking and has a great lodge to stay in... or offers camping. If you are a MASH fan check out Tony Packos in nearby Toledo.. Corperal Clinger mentioned in all the time.

Answer 4

Not sure on your interests or demographic, but the waterparks in the area are really good. Soak City is definately the best in the summer, and then there are some indoor parks as well.

The community of Lakeside at Marblehead is a really cool place like Chataqua in New York. Its really quaint and they have great cottages for rent and great little parks, restaurants, shops, and ice cream parlors. They also have a beach, and performing arts programming. Its probably one of the best kept secrets up in that region.

Answer 5

I found a site with local attraction info. I will post the link below with some other links that didn't sound too bad.


Put-in-Bay Aquatic Visitors Center, , Put-in-Bay, Ohio 43456 , 419-285-3701, Displays highlight the story of this historic fish hatchery, Ohio's fishery resources, the wealth of recreational fishing activity offered on Lake Erie, and hands-on children's activities. Operated by the Ohio Division of Wildlife, the hatchery offers free admission Memorial Day through Labor Day. Closed Mondays. Kids can fish off the docks with rod and bait provided.


Stonehenge Estate Tour & Gift Shop, , Put-in-Bay, Ohio 43456 , 419-285-6134, 419-285-2585, Explore this achitectural gem at your own pace with audio cassette tours. Visit an historic stone farmhouse and wine press cottage. A wooded trail, island memorabilia, and a quality gift shop top off this peaceful family attraction.

Answer 6

Come to Cleveland. We have the Rock Hall, Science Center, you can catch a ball game, or depending on what you mean by 'we' just come out for a nice evening in the city. If you go to the Put in Bay web site they have other attractions listed.

Answer 7

Rent Jet Skis
Get a fishing Charter
Go to the beach
Ever go to Kelley's Island?
Take a ride into Toledo (1/2 hour)
Go to Detroit and go gambling

Answer 8

well since your up hear, if you could check out kelly's island the water is clear up to 6 feet! it beautiful over there! also if you have a boat you could check out woodtick island it a prity cool place to just chill. the water is realy calm and you could jetski, kayak, water ski or tobing.