Top Ohio Private Sightseeing Tours

Skip the boring buses and endless walking tours - this is Cleveland’s open-air, premium golf cart city photo-op tour. No dull history lectures - just some fun facts about CLE and the best ride to the city’s most IG-worthy backdrops with good vibes rolling the whole way. No windows, no doors - this is Cleveland up close and personal! On this 65–75 minute ride, we’ll cruise past Cleveland icons like the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, GE Chandelier at Playhouse Square, Cleveland Script Sign, Browns Stadium, Rocket Arena, East 4th Street, the East Bank of the Flats, Progressive Field, and even the Superman Statue. Every stop is a chance to snap the perfect shot, soundtrack included. Whether you’re a visitor, local, or just chasing likes - you’ve never seen CLE like this. Highlights: 65–75 minutes of fun facts, music, and Cleveland photo ops Private open-air carts = easy breezy rides, no sweaty walks and no random people in bus's Group-friendly — up to 15 riders across multiple carts

On this self-guided tour, produced by Tedd Long, writer and curator of Holy Toledo History, you'll uncover Toledo's industrial hub's transformation into a creative and communal space. On this walking tour, you‘ll journey through time, from the days when these warehouses bustled with workers moving goods to and from the Maumee River to today‘s renaissance, where every corner echoes with creativity and community spirit. You‘ll gain a greater appreciation for Toledo‘s historic Warehouse District, its rich cultural heritage, and lesser-known stories. With its well-preserved architectural wonders, colorful murals, and a culture that seamlessly marries the old with the new, the Warehouse District isn‘t just a place on the map; it‘s a chapter of Toledo‘s story waiting to be explored. So, lace up your walking shoes, and let‘s dive deep into the annals of a district that encapsulates the soul of Toledo!

This downtown Cleveland walking tour is a wonderful way to add some informative steps (and 2 optional staircases) to your day. Throughout the walk you will see highlights of Cleveland along Euclid Ave and the adjoining areas. The tour will have some history and fun facts about people, places, and things that make Cleveland a unique and special place. This walking tour is approximately 2 hours at a relaxed and comfortable pace with stops for discussion and questions. This tour is a year-round offering because half of the tour is walking through buildings. Your tour guide is a lifelong Clevelander. We need a minumum of 4 visitors to host this tour.

The tour will begin at the Abraham Lincoln Monument, stroll through downtown, discovering tales of triumph, rivalry, and rebirth, before ending at the dazzling Playhouse Square. You'll discover the story of Cleveland, and see historic sites. Go at your own pace, stop and go at you please. the tour is location aware and plays as you walk, it's hands free, allowing you to keep you head up and experience the city. It never expires, go anytime.

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of Cuyahoga Valley National Park to explore a world of rich forests, rolling hills, and tranquil waterways. Marvel at the 60-foot cascading waters of Brandywine Falls, stroll across the Station Road Bridge for scenic views of the Cuyahoga River, ride aboard the historic Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, and experience 19th-century life at Hale Farm. Along the way, hear stories on the park’s rail history, wildlife, and settlers play automatically, enriching your drive through this haven of natural beauty. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Discover Akron like never before with an interactive walking adventure through its historic heart. Once the tire capital of the world, downtown Akron is filled with industrial legacies, hidden gems, and iconic landmarks waiting to be uncovered—if you can solve the clues. Through the Questo app, you'll explore on foot while unraveling 10–15 puzzle-based challenges that guide you from one stop to the next. Walk past Lock 3, the Civic Theatre, the Ohio & Erie Canal, and the old rubber factories that shaped the city's story. Along the way, each riddle you crack reveals fascinating facts and untold stories about Akron’s vibrant past. What makes this tour unique? It’s a self-paced, real-world adventure that transforms city exploration into an exciting puzzle game—perfect for curious minds and creative explorers. Ideal for couples, families, locals, and visitors who want to see Akron through a fun, interactive lens. All you need is your phone, your team, and your sense of discovery.

A shadowy figure has struck in Cleveland's University Circle, and the police are out of leads. Can you uncover the truth before the trail goes cold? You'll gather clues and interrogate suspects across one of America's most stunning cultural districts. Follow cryptic evidence from Wade Oval through the grand institutions lining East Boulevard, piecing together alibis and motives as the mystery deepens. Your investigation takes you past the Cleveland Museum of Art, through the grounds near Severance Hall, and along the tree-lined paths of University Circle. You'll discover hidden corners, striking architecture, and stories woven into this remarkable neighborhood. The adventure is entirely self-guided. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and play at your own pace. Clues and a map in the app guide you between 12 locations across 2.7 km, taking around 1.5 hours. Perfect for curious explorers, date nights, or anyone who loves a good whodunit. The case is yours to crack.

Cleveland’s strategic location on the nation’s waterways helped it grow from a frontier outpost into an industrial powerhouse. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover how the city is transforming its historic buildings and neighbourhoods while honouring its rich past. This tour starts at Public Square, Cleveland’s town centre, where you’ll see the Soldiers and Sailors Monument honouring Civil War veterans. You’ll stroll down Euclid Avenue, once known as “Millionaires’ Row” for its 240 magnificent mansions, some housing industrial titans like John D. Rockefeller. Along the way, you’ll see stunning architecture like the Hyatt Arcade, built in 1890 as one of America’s first indoor shopping centres, and now beautifully preserved as a hotel. By the end of this tour, you’ll understand how Cleveland showcases the creative ways a post-industrial city can reinvent itself, creating a walkable mid-sized city that continues to surprise visitors.

History buffs and thrill-seekers will love this opportunity to fly in an authentic World War II-era plane. This Fairchild PT-19 plane was used to train Allied Forces pilots during the war, and you’ll have a chance to take over the controls during your flight from Middletown, Ohio. The private experience also includes a tour of the Butler County Warbirds Military History Museum.

Explore Cleveland on this private combination driving and walking tour. Head off the beaten path and visit some of the city’s hidden gems as well as popular sights. Highlights include the house turned museum from “A Christmas Story,” Bridges of the Cleveland Flats, the Cleveland script sign in Edgewater Park, West Side Market, and more.

See Cleveland like a local with a guide to drive you around and help you soak up essential sights. Learn about Cleveland’s history and cover plenty of ground from a comfortable van. This private tour is perfect for anyone new to the city who wants to get their bearings and see as much as possible without exhausting themselves.

Explore the magic of Cuyahoga Valley National Park! Begin with a scenic train ride, witnessing nature's beauty unfold. Discover Brandywine Falls, feel the mist and capture family photos at this enchanting waterfall. Bike through winding trails, enjoying the park's scenic wonders. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, exploring intricate landscapes and learning about the estate's rich history. Tune into nature's symphony – the rustle of leaves, babbling brooks, and birdsong. Engage in interactive games, bringing the park's wildlife to life for a fun experience. End your day with a breathtaking sunset, casting warm colors over the park. Whether by train, bike, or on foot, our tour lets you explore Cuyahoga Valley National Park at your own pace. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll retrace the Battle of Fallen Timbers and hear real stories about how it unfolded. Hear from Tedd Long, writer and curator of Holy Toledo History. The Fallen Timbers Battlefield is one of the most historic sites in Northwest Ohio. It is where the Western Native American Confederation made its final stand in 1794. On this walking tour, Tedd will dive into the history and debunk a few of the myths surrounding the battle that led to the Treaty of Greenville in 1795 and opened the Northwest Territory to settlement. The tour starts at the Fallen Timbers Battlefield Metropark. You’ll walk around the Northwest Territory Trail and explore key locations on the battlefield. You’ll hear details about the famous skirmish here come alive with the voices of those who fought, and Tedd will also share some important modern-day discoveries about this historic conflict. With Tedd in your ear, you’ll walk away with a greater insight into this important event.

On our smart phone guided adventure you will be guided you through the historic streets of Mt. Adams and you’ll see the historic buildings, the staircases, an old speak easy, many of the best views of the city, historic churches and a mural as grand as the city itself. And I’ll share with you the tales of the folk figure Ida Martin, President John Adams, the founders of Mt. Adams, bottleleggers from the prohibition era, immigrant’s tales, vineyards, art, and the history that shaped Cincinnati, and America. Go at your own pace, anytime. Try doing that with a group tour! It’s time to get out and explore Cincinnati.

Embark on the US East National Park Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tours Bundle! Explore Acadia, Asheville, and the Smoky Mountains. Visit Cades Cove, Shenandoah, and Cuyahoga Valley, then experience the Everglades and Hot Springs. Cruise the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway (currently closed temporarily) and hike to Clingmans Dome. This bundle offers a diverse mix of nature, history, and adventure in some of the East's most iconic national parks. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

The historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, known to locals as OTR, is full of 19th-century buildings with their own dark histories. Wander around this allegedly haunted neighborhood alone if you dare during this self-guided audio walking tour. All you need is a smartphone to explore what goes bump in the night at places like the Music Hall and Washington Park. Bring your own group, using a single activity pass to unlock the audio tour on two separate phones.

Welcome to the Unholy Toledo Tour! Take a self-guided drive through the bloody history of 1930s gangland. Experience the magic of GPS playback while you hear from Tedd Long, writer and curator of Holy Toledo History. In 1931, during the era of G-Men, speakeasies, and Pretty Boy Floyd, a gang of Detroit wiseguys led by Thomas “Yonnie” Licavoli arrived in Toledo and brought with them a wave of violence unseen in Toledo's past: 14 murders in 36 months. Are you ready for the inside story? The most sensational crime of the era happened in July 1933 when a young club owner and bootlegger named Jack Kennedy was gunned down in Point Place. This tour tells Jack's story, from start to finish, over the course of a two-hour-long driving tour covering the downtown area and northern Toledo.

Glide through the waters off Kelleys Island while the sun sets on this private kayak tour with just your personal group of friends/family. Go at your own pace while exploring the edge of the island, since you aren’t part of a large group’s fixed itinerary. Learn about local wildlife from your guide, and use their assistance to spot animals you might miss if you were on your own.

If you don't have much time, but want to get a feel for Cleveland, this is the tour for you! A professional guide will show you the must-see sights. Whatever your interests - history, culture, sports - you'll see it all! We will tour Downtown: its lakefront, 3 profesional sports venues, the Warehouse District with its myriad restaurants, and Playouse Square, the 2nd largest performing arts district in the country. We'll drive into The Flats, the vibrant residential and entertainment area along the Cuyahoga River. You will get a thorough overview of Cleveland's cultural hub, University Circle, with its museums, universities, parks and hospitals. We will also see the unique Cultural Gardens in Rockefeller Park, dedicated to the various ethnic groups that settled in the city. You'll have a chance to sample some ethnic goodies at West Side Market! (Closed Tuesday & Thursday)

Gordon Square Uncorked is Cleveland’s wine night with wheels, built for girls night, birthday plans, date night, and anyone who wants something better than another basic dinner reservation. This 3.5-hour wine-forward experience connects two standout wine bars and a neighborhood cocktail lounge with premium golf cart rides between each stop. No buses. No boring tour script. No rushing your glass because the group is being herded to the next place. You’ll spend about 55 minutes to 1 hour at each stop, with time to sip, snack, talk, laugh, and actually enjoy the night. Between stops, ride through Gordon Square, Ohio City, and Hingetown with music on, LED lights glowing, and Cleveland doing what Cleveland does best. It’s wine bars, music, city lights, and premium golf cart rides wrapped into one very Cleveland night out. Perfect for girls night out, birthdays, couples, visitors, and locals who want a Cleveland night that feels different. No Napa needed. This is wine, Cleveland-style.

Explore the beautiful Kelleys Island State Park in Ohio without getting lost on this guided hike and bike tour. Join a private guide for a journey through the park’s most scenic spots, starting at Glacial Grooves, and learn about the history of the park that stretches back to the Ice Age. Travel through the Alvar Preserve, Pebble Beach, and East Quarry State Park.

Get a look at the behind-the-scenes of a local apple orchard! Learn about how apples are grown while spending time in nature. Having an open dialogue about food production is extremely important for the future of agriculture. We all eat food and deserve a space and the table to learn and share ideas. Learn something new while having fun!

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle to make the most of your Eastern USA road trips. As you drive, hear stories play automatically as you explore scenic drives, national parks, lakeshores, and historic parks. This is the ultimate collection of 14 iconic destinations, including Acadia, Blue Ridge Parkway, Catskills, Florida Keys, Great Smoky Mountains, Lake Superior, Outer Banks, Shenandoah, and Vermont’s Route 100. A memorable adventure awaits on America's iconic roads. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one bundle per vehicle.