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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.
Marion Tallgrass Trail
The western Marion County trail offers a serene, wooded escape for cycling, running, or walking. Along the trail, you’ll have the opportunity to observe local…
Dark Iron Toys, Cosplay & Video Games
Dark Iron Toys specializes in a wide range of toys, Funkos, cosplay, gaming systems, and video games! Current Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday: Noon-7pm Sunday: CLOSED
Here Today
This retail store provides deep discounts on new name brand clothing items. Now carrying scrubs. Located inside Marion Centre Mall.
Belly Busters
Belly Busters is a veteran- and family-owned business that has been operating since 2010. The team genuinely enjoys getting to know their customers and preparing…
Historical Markers in Marion
Found in 17 locations throughout Marion County, these State markers help tellthe stories of Marion’s people and places. Site listings with descriptions canbe found at:…
Betty’s Cupcakes
Betty’s Cupcakes is dedicated to making your cupcake dreams a reality, specializing in weddings, birthdays, holidays, and more. Betty’s offers individual cupcakes as well as…
Birch Tree Bookery
Birch Tree is the only independent bookstore in Marion, offering a wide selection of new and used books across various genres, as well as other…
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.