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198 W Center St, Marion OH 43302
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Encounter, Experience, and Explore Marion, OH
We invite you to encounter Midwestern hospitality, experience memory-making moments, and explore all that makes Marion County a destination worth the visit.
Welcome all!
Adventure starts here
Whether getting away for a day trip or looking for a multi-day destination, Marion offers a variety of experiences for making memories. Situated in a convenient location in the heart of Ohio, Marion sits along State Route 23 just a short drive north of Columbus.
Rich in history, Marion offers the opportunity to stand in the spot a president made famous when you visit Harding’s renovated home and newly opened museum. Visit historic locations like Heritage Hall, Union Station, and the Marion Palace Theatre where you can enjoy live entertainment in a unique atmospheric theatre.
Marion’s reimagined Downtown is a welcoming setting for sharing laughs with friends at a local dining favorite along the Eaterarian Trail, hopping between breweries and specialty bars, shopping in unique retail stores, or participating in hands-on arts activities. While in downtown Marion, stroll the streets to experience Marion’s newly installed public art display, The Cardinal Project.
It’s all here waiting for you. Come get away with us and experience Marion for your next memory-making moment!
Marion Area Attractions
We invite you to encounter midwestern hospitality, experience memory-making moments, and explore all that makes Marion County a destination worth the visit.
Lincoln Park Family Aquatic Center
This pool features zero-entry wading, swimming, diving boards, dump bucket fun, dual racing tube slides, a wide family slide, and a lazy river. Soak up…
reMARCAble
Discover an eclectic collection of Ohio-made items at The Explore-it-Torium Children’s Museum. The shop, called reMARCAble, is staffed by individuals supported by Marca Industries, Marion…
Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area
Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area is a 9,054-acre state wildlife area located 3 miles southwest of Harpster. The property is in Wyandot and Marion counties. The 9,230-acre Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area lies in the grain farming country…
Marion County Fairgrounds & Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Marion County Fairgrounds offers year-round entertainment! Celebrate our 175th Marion County Fair, held annually during the first week of July, and be sure to catch…
Big Island Wildlife Area
This 5,872-acre wildlife area is five miles west of Marion on State Route 95 and lies within a former wetland prairie, one of the larger…
Musicians 1 Stop
This store lives up to its name as a one-stop shop for all things musical. It offers a selection of new and used instruments, including…
The Brickyard on Main
Creating a beautiful backdrop for memories and dynamic photo opportunities, the Brickyard brings together an urban industrial vibe with timeless historic architecture dating back to…
Plan your visit
It’s all here
Whether getting away for a day trip or looking for a multi-day destination, Marion offers a variety of experiences for making memories. Come get away with us and experience Marion for your next memory-making moment!
Upcoming Events
There’s plenty of activity in the Marion area. Check our events calendar. Do you have an upcoming event? Submit an event to our calendar.
Traveling Ohio?
View the Marion County Visitors Guide
The Marion County Visitors Guide is now available! View it online in a convenient flipbook format, or order a print version by calling 800-371-6688.