Best Road Trips in Ohio

See the Buckeye State Along These Famed Tours

Hit the road and see Ohio's Wine Country this summer, visit a winter wonderland in Cincinnati, and just plain enjoy yourself any time in between.

Why not start with the Lake Erie Shore Tour? From roller coasters to rock-n-roll, northern Ohio’s Lake Erie Coast is a unique stretch of shore offering small-town parks, golf courses, and fishing piers to major city museums, markets, and sports teams. We’ll cover Cedar Point in Sandusky, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, and President Garfield’s famous front porch.

All along the Lake Erie shore in northeastern Ohio, you'll also be able to find a selection of the very best wineries in the state. From cities and townships like Cleveland, Elyria, Mentor, and Copley, don't miss out on top wineries and vineyards like the Winery at Wolf Creek, the Paper Moon Vineyard, and the Quarry Hill Winery.

Now try the Southwest Ohio Heritage tour! Whether you live in Cincinnati, or just driving through southwest Ohio, the suburbs and cities surrounding Cincy offer some unique travel stops. Look forward to roller coasters, shopping, art galleries, festivals, and outdoor fun – or stick around Cincinnati incredible architecture and arts.

Next try the Ohio & Erie Canalway. Part of America’s Byways, the Ohio & Erie Canalway Scenic Byway is a 110-mile adventure tracing the history of the Ohio and Erie Canal system. The canal was the first inland waterway link from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico, while the trail was the second nationally designated scenic byway in Ohio.