Dayton, OH
Travel Guide
Visit Dayton
Where to stay in Dayton
![Dayton showing kayaking or canoeing and a lake or waterhole as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/63000/63789-Dayton.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Dayton
Unique features of Downtown Dayton include the theaters and bars. Make a stop by Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center or Victoria Theater while you're exploring the area.
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University Park
While visiting University Park, you might make a stop by sights like Carillon Historical Park and Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park.
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Murlin Heights
If you're spending time in Murlin Heights, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Scene75 Entertainment Center or Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway.
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South Park
South Park showcases a diverse range of architecture from the 1880s to the early twentieth century. Explore the close-knit neighborhood and its well-maintained parks, offering a unique charm.
![Tumbleweed is one of the many funky bars in Dayton's historic Oregon District. The decor is bizarre and you'll probably spot something new and entertaining every time you're there, no matter how many times that's been! There's a small second story area which affords a great view of the stage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/14a7d19a3176a58f570c6c8fadeeeac2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Oregon District
Architectural history from 1820 to 1915, featuring Federal to Queen Anne styles, awaits in this Dayton, Ohio neighborhood. Explore art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee houses during your visit.
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Twin Towers
While Twin Towers isn't home to many top sights, Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and America's Packard Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Reviewed on 20 January 2025
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Reviewed on 3 February 2025
![Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dayton South - I-675, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4420000/4413600/4413582/4e7b2e85_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 January 2025
![Cozy 2-bedroom house in welcoming Dayton with WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108060000/108050800/108050758/a7d9da97_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 1 January 2025
![Updated Historical apartment close to a park and two blocks from the best dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87800000/87795800/87795723/79e9782a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 February 2025
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Reviewed on 2 February 2025
Popular places to visit
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National Museum of the United States Air Force
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of the United States Air Force, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Riverside. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
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Dayton Art Institute
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Dayton Art Institute during your travels in Dayton. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
![A shot of the newly finished mural across the river from Riverside Metro Park in Dayton, OH, along the Greater Miami River Bikeway.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/df2ac91bfa7a9cd3231685b4697ee066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
RiverScape MetroPark
Explore the great outdoors at RiverScape MetroPark, a lovely green space in Dayton. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
University of Dayton
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Dayton, during your trip to Dayton. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
Dayton Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Dayton Convention Center during your trip to Dayton. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
University of Dayton Arena
Catch an event at University of Dayton Arena during your trip to Dayton. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.