39 days in Central Ohio Itinerary

Visit Sherman House Museum and Camp Chase Confederate Cemetery for their historical value. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Ohio State University and Otherworld. Explore Columbus' surroundings by going to Newark (The WORKS MUSEUM, Dawes Arboretum, &more), Slate Run Living Historical Farm (in Canal Winchester) and Lancaster (Rockmill Brewery, Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, &more). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at The Museum of Catholic Art and History, take an in-depth tour of Ohio History Center, admire the masterpieces at Columbus Museum of Art, and sample some tasty brews at Pedal Wagon Columbus.

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New York City to Columbus is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 74°F in May, and nighttime lows around 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to drive to West Liberty.

Step off the beaten path and head to Ohio Caverns and Zane Shawnee Caverns and Southwind Park. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Piatt Castles Co Inc and First Concrete Street.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the West Liberty road trip planning website.

Getting from Columbus to West Liberty by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. While traveling from Columbus, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in West Liberty, ranging from highs of 78°F to lows of 59°F. You will leave for Marion on the 30th (Fri).

Popular historic sites such as Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites and Veterans Memorial Park are in your itinerary. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Harding Memorial and Wyandot Popcorn Museum. Explore Marion's surroundings by going to Marysville (Upground Reservoir, Honda Heritage Center, &more), Delaware (Little Brown Jug, Gallant Farm Preserve, &more) and Mount Vernon (Harmony Playground at Memorial Park, Ariel-Foundation Park, &more).

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You can drive from West Liberty to Marion in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June in Marion, expect temperatures between 80°F during the day and 61°F at night. You will leave for home on the 8th (Sat).