Kings Island
Located in Mason, a suburb of Cincinnati, Kings Island is an amusement park that is sure to please people of all ages. Thrill seekers will relish the excitement of the roller coasters in the park. Whether it's the Vortex, Diamondback, the Racers or Little Bill's Giggle Coaster, there is a roller coaster for all ages at Kings Island. Nickelodeon Universe, the park's children's area has been awarded the Golden Ticket Award by Amusement Today readers numerous times. Families visiting Kings Island can also enjoy older rides such as, a log water ride, white water rapids ride and bumper cars. In addition to rides, there are various shows guests can enjoy and a visit wouldn't be complete without a trip to the top of Kings Island's Eiffel Tower, a one-third scale replica of the real Eiffel Tower that offers guest a panoramic view of the theme park below.
Kings Island
6300 Kings Island Drive
Mason, Ohio 45034
(800) 288-0808
visitkingsisland.com/index.cfm
Cedar Point
Cedar Point theme park in Sandusky, Ohio, is known for its heart-stopping roller coaster rides. This park will not disappoint thrill-seeking guests as it has more than 17 roller coasters that are sure to please. In addition to roller coasters, Cedar Point has a kids area for younger children where they can enjoy rides that are designed in the "Peanuts" character theme, bumper boats and an old-fashioned swing ride. Cedar Point also boasts live entertainment throughout the spring and summer, with special Halloween events through the fall.
Cedar Point
1 Cedar Point Drive
Sandusky, Ohio 44870
(419) 627-2350
www.cedarpoint.com/
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is in Cleveland, Ohio, and is home to exhibits that are sure to entice all music fans. The Michael Jackson Memorial Wall highlights the King of Pop's life. Guests viewing the exhibit can expect to see magazine covers, clothing and rare photographs gathered throughout Jackson's career. Also on permanent display are artifacts from music legends such as Bob Marley, Sting, Iggy Pop and Metallica. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum covers the history of music as well as present music from all genres.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
1100 Rock and Roll Blvd.
Cleveland, Ohio 44114
(216) 781-7625
rockhall.com/
Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Pro Football Hall of Fame is a two-building complex in Canton, Ohio, that spans 83,000 square feet. The seven-foot bronze statue of pro-football player Jim Thorpe welcomes visitors to the complex. In addition to the various exhibits that highlight the sport's history, there is a Super Bowl room that takes visitors on a recap of the Super Bowls past and displays Super Bowl rings for each year. Football fanatics will delight in having the opportunity to shop in the museum store, which features items for all NFL teams.
Pro Football Hall of Fame
2121 George Halas Drive NW
Canton, Ohio 44708
(330) 456-8207
www.profootballhof.com/
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is in Dayton, Ohio, approximately 49 miles north of Cincinnati. Exhibits include a Presidential Gallery that houses the Boeing VC-137C that served as Air Force One when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. The public can also enter the presidential aircrafts of Harry Truman, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Dwight D. Eisenhower. The Early Years Gallery chronicles a timeline beginning with the Wright Brothers and leading up to World War II. Guests will also enjoy exhibits in the Air Power Gallery, Modern Flight Gallery, Missile and Space Gallery, Cold War Gallery and Air Park, which houses planes outside and is equipped with a playground for children.
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
1100 Spaatz St.
Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433
(937) 255-3286
www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/
