Top Ohio Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Go underground and journey far off the beaten track while in Cincinnati with this hidden brewery caverns tour. Explore two sets of beer caverns: the Linck Brewery tunnels and the Jackson Brewery tunnels. Visit the site where Johnny Cash filmed a movie and the inside of the last standing structures from the original Christian Moerlein Brewery complex (closed to the public for decades). Afterward, enjoy a beer tasting at the Northern Row Taproom.

Instead of joining a tour group and only seeing part of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, explore at your own pace with this private self-guided driving audio tour. Watch the cascading water tumble over Brandywine Falls, follow the crystal-clear waters of the Cuyahoga River, take in panoramic views from the Chippewa Creek Gorge Overlook, and much more.

Sightsee and party for two hours while you pedal your way around the city on this electrically assisted party bike. The Trolley Pub is a great way for tourists to explore the fun side of the city for the first time, or for locals to see Columbus in a way they never have before. Your (sober) guide will show you around town and make sure the party doesn’t stop.

Cincinnati is home to a thriving culinary scene but, for visitors, it can be hard to choose where to dine. Take the guesswork out of your visit by joining this streetcar tour that takes you to several different restaurants and a food market across multiple neighborhoods to sample their best dishes.

Discover more of Cincinnati’s rich culinary scene than you’d be able to alone on this half-day small-group food walking tour. Explore three different neighborhoods across the city, taking a streetcar between stops so you can cover more in less time. Visit family-owned eateries at Findlay Market, discover the Over-the-Rhine area’s German influences, and explore the riverfront developments of the Banks.

Explore Cleveland's most exciting neighborhoods on this 90-minute bus tour with a comedic spin. As we explore Cleveland, your tour guide (a local comedian) will put a comedic spin on the city's sights, sounds, and history. The jokes you hear on the comedy bus are like those in a comedy club. Guests can bring their own beer or wine. Sit back and enjoy this hilarious, adult-oriented tour and experience all the excitement. Halfway through the tour, there's a 15-minute beverage and bathroom break.

Join the Brewing Heritage Trail on this seasonal tour and learn about gruesome and macabre events from Cincinnati's past. Grave robbing, a serial killing saloonist, and other murderous and deadly mayhem is explored on this new tour, which also includes a visit to an abandoned city street, overtaken by nature, as well as a flashlight tour of the Imperial Theater and the 19th century Jackson Brewhouse. Both have not been open to the public in many years and their visitation is only available through this tour! This is an outdoor walking tour of approximately one mile and includes a beer at the Northern Row Brewery & Distillery. Some content may not be appropriate for young children, so please keep this in mind when booking. Tours run rain or shine and guests should wear comfortable footwear, as the tour route covers a variety of paved and unpaved surfaces. All guests will be provided with a flashlight for exploration of darkened streets and the inside of the theater and brewhouse.

Take a leisurely stroll with us through Columbus’ hip Short North and savor its culinary delights. More than just an arts district and home to the monthly Gallery Hop—a famous downtown Columbus event—the Short North also boasts a wealth of dining and shopping opportunities. The Short North is packed full of Columbus’ best restaurants, boutiques, bistros, and nightlife. This local food and walking tour is designed to show off some of the best that the Short North and Columbus have to offer. We’ll start at the North Market, Columbus’ historic public market, where we’ll meet some of the local food vendors and learn the history of the building. We will then stop at neighborhood eating establishments, sampling some of their signature dishes, and hearing their stories. Stops will include some neighborhood favorites, and some highly regarded new additions including Brassica, Jeni’s Ice Creams and The Guild House.

This isn’t a passive bus ride — it’s Cleveland brought to life. Ride in a charming trolley, hear authentic local stories, hop off for quick guided visits inside historic landmarks, and capture skyline photo ops along the way. We combine Cleveland’s rich history, iconic neighborhoods, and waterfront views into one seamless, engaging experience — perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike.

Discover the charming German Village in Columbus, Ohio, through a self-guided audio walking tour. This immersive experience allows you to explore one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city at your own pace, revealing its rich history and unique architecture. Enjoy highlights such as The Book Loft, Frank Fetch Park, and Schmidt's Sausage Haus. With over 2 hours of engaging audio narration and 13 must-see stops, this tour is perfect for both locals and visitors looking to uncover hidden gems and local stories. - Explore 13 iconic stops in German Village, including parks and historic sites - Over 2 hours of professionally narrated audio stories at your fingertips - Flexible, self-paced experience ideal for all ages - Downloadable for offline access—no data or wifi needed. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

Explore the delicacies of the Findlay Market on this small-group brunch tour, where your guide makes sure you don’t miss any of the best bites, and leaves you filled-up, too. This is a historic German neighborhood, so don’t miss out on trying a goetta sandwich, plus so much more. Locals and tourists both enjoy this intimate tour, where there is always another delicious treat to try.

Whether you’re a local or a tourist, get to know Cleveland better on a food-focused tour of its coolest neighborhoods. With a small group of like-minded travelers and your foodie guide, start the tour at the West Side Market. Continue to a Mexican restaurant, a brewery, an ice-cream shop, a butcher, and more. Come hungry and enjoy tasty samples at each stop.

See a spookier side of Cleveland—and discover sights and stories you would never encounter on your own—on this evening walking tour. Explore the city's dark corners in the company of a guide, and learn all about its (allegedly) haunted history, from historic battles to the casualties of organized crime. Visit landmarks like the Arcade, Soldiers and Sailors Monument, Connor Palace, and more, all in one night out.

An immersive clue-solving adventure around downtown Columbus. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! PLEASE NOTE: Bookings made less than 7 days before your play date will be scheduled for local pickup. For bookings made 7+ days in advance, our team will contact you to arrange shipping.

Cleveland's historic West Side Market is so chock-full of colorful vendors that it can feel overwhelming to a first time visitor. This guided tour takes you into the market to visit 15 specially selected vendors to sample their products, from beef jerky, to falafel and apple turnovers, while offering insight into the market's notable history and architecture.

Cincinnati is home to many spooky sites, but visiting them alone doesn't offer the full picture. This guided walking tour takes you through the city after dark, to several haunted locations, including Memorial Hall, Washington Park and Taft's Ale House, where your guide will fill you in on their associated true life, chilling tales.

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.

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.

Explore above and below Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood on this sightseeing tour. Walk and take a streetcar to major landmarks, such as Findlay Market, Cincinnati Music Hall, and Washington Park. Then explore underground beneath the Gerke Brewery before ending the tour with a pint at a local taproom. This tour is not suitable for children under 10 due to stair access and safety considerations.

Get a new perspective on Cincinnati by taking this ghost tour that introduces you to the haunted history of Queen City. Follow your guide through the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood to several landmarks, such as Cincinnati Music Hall and Washington Park, where your guide will fill you in on their surprisingly spooky histories.

If a standard history tour does not appeal, combine history with delicious food on this guided tour. Explore Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood and learn about the Italian culture that has held firm here for generations. Visit some of the area's best restaurants, some long-standing, some newer, and sample such typical dishes as pasta, pizza, and meatballs.

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.

Get to know Columbus and explore independently with this scavenger hunt app. Begin at the time you choose and solve the puzzles at your own pace. With the help of a remote guide communicating via chat, search for objects all over the city and learn about Columbus along the way.