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City Getaways

In Ohio, city attractions are never far away. From Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati to Akron, Dayton and Toledo, we offer guidance on where to eat, stay and explore in our state's largest metropolitan areas.

Hungarian hot dogs from Tony Packo’s in Toledo (photo by Laura Watilo Blake, illustration by Rachael Jirousek)

How Toledo Invented the Hungarian Hot Dog

Tony Packo innovated this now-legendary creation during the Great Depression to serve tasty eats while also being able to keep them affordable. READ MORE >>
Deeds Carillon at Carillon Historical Park in Dayton (photo by Jeffrey Smith)

5 Places that Reflect Dayton’s Spirit of Innovation

The airplane is the most famous invention from Dayton, but this southwest Ohio city has a long legacy as a birthplace of big ideas.  READ MORE >>
Exterior of Columbus Museum of Art (photo by Brad Feinknopf)

Explore the Arts at These 5 Columbus Spots

From an incredible art museum to a historic downtown music venue to a famous author’s family home turned literary hub, creativity abounds in our capital city.  READ MORE >>
Interior of the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Cleveland (photo courtesy of Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument)

Step Inside Cleveland’s Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument

This historic monument on Public Square commemorates the sacrifice and service displayed by Cuyahoga County residents during the Civil War. READ MORE >>
Present day exterior of Union Terminal, home of the Cincinnati Museum Center (photo courtesy of Cincinnati Museum Center)

How Union Terminal Became an Iconic Cincinnati Landmark

It opened in 1933 as one of the nation’s most magnificent train stations, but Union Terminal’s closure in 1972 cast doubt over the beautiful art deco building’s future. Then, Superman and, years later, Hamilton County voters saved the day. READ MORE >>

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