Ohio

Roebling Suspension Bridge

Ohio will be our next stop and I do hope we are not too tired by then to enjoy the lovely walks and interesting places that I found when researching attractions in Ohio.

Washington Park

Cincinnati can be the perfect place to recharge our batteries after busy Chicago. We can always chill out in Washington Park, listen to some fantastic music at the Cincinnati Music Hall and go for a stroll by the Riverwalk.

Cincinnati Music Hall

Cincinnati Music Hall

Riverwalk

Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption is a gothic cathedral that has a design similar to Notre Dame in Paris.

Cathedral of the Assumption

The American Sign Museum is the home to a visual history of American Signage from 1870 through 1970. Hand carved wooden signs, gold leaf, electric light bulbs, and neon all grace the walls and tell amazing stories.

American Sign Museum

If we have time I would like to go to The Cincinnati Observatory Centre- a nineteenth-century observatory, designated as a National Historic Landmark, also known as the "Birthplace of American Astronomy."

Observatory Centre

We are planning to stop in Columbus before heading to West Virginia.

Short North

The Short North is THE neighbourhood to visit when you’re in Columbus. Apparently there’s a Gallery Hop first Saturday of every month. I was told to be sure to hit a few of the art galleries, a few of the stores, and a few of the restaurants and bars. Note to self: Go to Betty’s Fine Food and Spirits, The Surly Girl Saloon, the Bristol Bar, Skully’s Music Diner, Rosendale’s, and Goodale Park.

Short North

The North Market is a great spot to shop for food, gifts, and try a variety of ethnic foods for lunch or to go.

North Market

North Market

The German Village is a historic community on the southern end of downtown Columbus and it is filled with beautifully restored homes as well as a few well placed shops, stores, restaurants and more. Note to self: Go to The Book Loft, Schiller Park, Banana Bean Cafe, Schmidt's, Thurman Café and First Watch.

German Village

If we get to Columbus in the beginning of summer we should go to the Franklin Park Conservatory for the annual butterfly exhibit as well as the botanical exhibits.

Franklin Park Observatory

Easton Town Center has a mix of dining options, entertainment venues, and outdoor performance art.

Easton Town Center

Dining in Columbus gets its own special mention. M, Cap City, Spagio, Basi Italia, Northstar Cafe, Jack & Benny’s, Due Amici, and Latitude 41 are worth checking out I was told.