The Lake Erie port city of Toledo, Ohio, makes a great jumping-off point for exploring the Great Lakes region or an awesome summer destination all on its own. In fact, it was recently recognized for its family-friendly and affordable attractions, taking the top spot in Forbe’s 2023 list of the “Most Affordable Cities for Family Vacations.” Continue reading for our list of 25 things you must do in and around Toledo this summer!
Sometimes we all just need to get away—and getting away is even better when you can do it with a great friend in one of western Lake Erie’s adorable coastal towns! For this particular little “staycation” I invite Sandra, one of my closest friends, for a girlfriend getaway to Port Clinton, Ohio.
While enjoying the multitude of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options that have made Put-in-Bay the region’s favorite island getaway, visitors may not realize that South Bass Island also has a long and storied history as a maritime, cultural, and natural landmark.
If you are interested in enjoying a day on one of Lake Erie’s most popular tourist destinations, pack up your kids and follow our complete itinerary to hit up some of our favorite family-friendly island attractions.
We would like to set the record straight: As longtime Northwest Ohio residents and avid Lake Erie enthusiasts, we can definitely assure you that, yes, you can take your kids to Put-in-Bay. And, yes, there will be plenty of children’s activities for them to enjoy there.
