What to do and see in Sandusky, Ohio (OH): The Best Things to do

August 26, 2021 Esmeralda Fenner

Thrill seekers will have no trouble getting their kicks in Sandusky, home to the world-renowned Cedar Point Amusement Park, boasting 17 roller coasters, plentiful children's attractions and carousels. Outside the park, the city entices travelers with its sandy white Erie shores, stunning coastal trails, mysterious Seneca Caverns and numerous refreshing water parks. The downtown waterfront boasts historic architecture, charming boutiques and unparalleled views over Lake Erie.
Restaurants in Sandusky

1. Air1Airboat

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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Air1Airboat

Come tour the East Bay of Cedar Point on a one-of-a-kind airboat adventure with Captain Tony. As a licensed U.S.C.G.Captain, Tony will take you on a 30-40 minute ride that is fun for the whole family. Come see views of beautiful scenery; wildlife; and Cedar Point on this fast and thrilling ride.Group rates are available.

2. Escape Rooms by Frankynicky

134 E Adams St The Hubbard House, Sandusky, OH 44870-2701 +1 920-372-2731 [email protected] http://www.franknicky.com
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5.0 based on 37 reviews

Escape Rooms by Frankynicky

Escape Rooms by Franknicky we are the first escape room in the vactionland region. We are known for taking common household appliancies and turning them into locks. All games are designed by our team. We offer "Trapped in the 80's" our indoor room Find the missing treasure from the 80's worth possibly millions! This room is just more then locks and puzzles it is heavy on the technological side of escape games. "Unlock Sandusky" our outdoor room Is our outdoor game celebrating the cities bicentennial. This adventure takes you on a adventure through downtown Sandusky. Part escape game/Part scavenger hunt. Puzzles, Locks, some surprising technology (This game is light rain or shine,unless there is lightening, down pours, high winds or extreme heat. In that case 100% refund of the game)

Reviewed By ericmQ4467YM - Oxford, United States

NO SPOLIERS! We played as a group of six: two adults (late forties/early fifties) and four teens. Four of us have played eight other Escape Rooms around the US. Some escape rooms fall into the trap of solving lock after lock after lock, which becomes repetitive. This is NOT one of those. The Tesla game was well-thought-out, with a believable storyline and surprises. We are looking forward to trying their Eighties room soon.

3. Sandusky Segwave

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5.0 based on 146 reviews

Sandusky Segwave

Discover the fun and ease of riding a Segway through historic downtown Sandusky as you learn about the past and the charm of our city. Spend one or two hours exploring and touring the beautiful paths and byways that bring Sandusky's past to life. Cruise our city, the coastal bay area, bike paths and parks. Come discover Sandusky! Some say it's as thrilling as an amusement park! Daily One hr. tours are at 2PM. The 2 hr, tours operate at 11AM and 4PM. Sunday one hr. tours are at 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM and 1 PM for the two hr. tour. We hope to see you soon! Please book online for full availability of dates and times for you, your friends and family! We are partnered with Lake Erie Shores and Islands, in the travel guide! #lakeerielove #ThisIsCoasting #BeShoreAndWave #SanduskyStongerTogether

4. Battery Park Marina

701 E Water St, Sandusky, OH 44870-2869 +1 419-625-6142 [email protected] http://www.batterypark.com
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Battery Park Marina

5. Cedar Point

1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870-5259 +1 419-627-2350 https://www.cedarpoint.com/
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4.5 based on 8,979 reviews

Cedar Point

More than just an amusement park, Cedar Point features hotels, restaurants, beautiful grounds along with an impressive variety of thrill-rides.

Reviewed By 766courtneyl

If your looking for a place to ENJOY some of the BEST rollercoasters....LOOK no further than Cedar Point!! This amusement park has an AMAZING selection of rides for NEWBIES and the experienced rider!! You’ll have a great time and the cost of a daily admission is well worth it...you won’t be disappointed!! Be sure to ride the DRAGSTER!! Enjoy!!

6. Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden

1415 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH 44870-3522 +1 419-627-0640 [email protected] http://www.ohiohistory.org/visit/museum-and-site-locator/cooke-dorn-house
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden

7. Ghostly Manor Thrill Center

3319 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH 44870-5614 +1 419-626-4467 [email protected] http://www.ghostlymanor.com
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4.5 based on 324 reviews

Ghostly Manor Thrill Center

Multi Attraction Family Entertainment Center. Featured on The Travel Channel's "Best Places I've Ever Been." Experience the scariest haunted house you will ever encounter, ride the fastest virtual roller coaster in Ohio, experience a one-of-a-kind interactive 3D blacklight mini golf journey, bounce houses, an indoor play area or get your heart pumping some more with a whirl around the skating rink. Special Events in October (Lake Eerie Fear Fest) December (Winter Wonderland Walk Through) and in September (Lake Eerie Zombie Mud Run).

Reviewed By angiej164 - Toledo, United States

My family visited during spring break. We were looking for something fun, different and inside because it was so cold out, that could entertain a 16, 13, and 8 year old. This place did! It was crazy busy when we got there with a long line to get in but once we were inside we really never had to wait for each activity. We ended up getting the thrill passes which included the haunted house, 6D movie, 3D glow mini golf and skating and adding on the escape room and laser maze. Our total bill for everything for 5 people was just over $200. We ended up being there for 3 hours and then ran out of time, they were closing. When I called ahead I was told for all of that minus skating to plan on spending about 2-2 1/2 hours so they were a little off on time which threw off my plans a little but that's ok, we had a blast! Four of us didn't get to do the laser maze and we ended up not having time to skate but that ok because the skating was just sort of a bonus of buying the thrill pass. The haunted house and movie were our favorites followed by the mini golf. I think if we ever to do it again we'd pass on the escape room, it was a little difficult and not really worth the cost in our opinion. Kudos to the scarer in the haunted house, he was able to get all of us at various points throughout the haunted house and we really enjoyed it! It was scary but not so bad that my 8 year old couldn't handle it. All in all we all had a great time and this place held up to our expectations!

8. Merry-Go-Round Museum

301 Jackson St, Sandusky, OH 44870-2621 +1 419-626-6111 http://www.merrygoroundmuseum.org/
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4.5 based on 252 reviews

Merry-Go-Round Museum

Reviewed By PollyannaMolly - Broadview Heights, United States

As we entered the Merry-Go-Round was just starting up so we were greeted with the Wurlitzer Organ music of the carrousel! It required 3 trips around the circular museum for me to take it all in. The building, being a former post office, is not large, yet so much history and beauty is housed inside. My husband finally sat down and waited for me to finish soaking it all in. I only wish a wood carver had been there, although I will say the young lady working was very knowledgeable and able to answer my questions. I saved my carousel ride, which is included in the admission fee, for the culmination of the visit and I was not disappointed. Well worth the visit. The first picture is my favorite horse on the carousel, second is Stargazer the lead horse on the carousel. You may recognize the 2 horses in the last photo from postage stamps and you can even see the deer that were on display at the White House during the 2014 Christmas season when you visit.

9. Follett House Museum

404 Wayne St, Sandusky, OH +1 419-627-9608 http://sandusky.lib.oh.us/follett_house/
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Follett House Museum

10. Toft's

3717 Venice Rd, Sandusky, OH 44870-1640 +1 419-625-4376 http://www.toftdairy.com/index.htm
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4.5 based on 41 reviews

Toft's

Reviewed By 511chrism511

This is the home of Tofts’ ice cream, a local brand that is synonymous with Ice Cream around this area and has a lot of great and unusual flavors. This is the main location and they have a neat indoor Ice cream shop/ malt shop area with a retail selection as well. They have smaller ice cream shops in the area, but this one is definitely the best!

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