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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.
S & S Nutrition
A type of fast food for healthy people, S & S is a spot to sit and sip a nutritious meal replacement or enjoy a…
MaxAiir Party Rentals & Inflatapark
MaxAiir is an indoor inflatapark where family fun takes flight! Located in downtown Marion, this 3,000-square-foot, family-owned business has been providing entertainment since 2017. MaxAiir…
Harding Centre Ballroom
This meeting space is located on the second floor of the historic Hotel Harding, now known as The Harding Centre. The room offers a historic…
Cooper’s Bowl
Cooper’s Bowl features 22 bowling lanes, The Coop (a party room), 191 Social (a full-service bar), and O’Dea’s Irish Pub. Join a bowling league, form…
River Valley Baseball For Youth Complex
Home to local youth team play, this complex welcomes numerous tournaments throughout the year. In town for tournament games? Wewelcome you and invite you to…
Scioto Shoe Mart
Serving Marion since 1964, in addition to top-name shoe brands including men’s and women’s work, athletic, and casual shoes as well as kids’ footwear, Scioto…
Peace & Freedom Mural
The Peace & Freedom Committee worked with an artist to create a beautiful mural on the back of their office location, 790 Kenton Avenue, Marion.
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.