Sandusky

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Sandusky featuring a bay or harbor, swimming and a sandy beach
Between seeking thrills on some of the world’s best roller coasters or reeling in your big catch from Lake Erie, this charming town will keep you entertained for days.

Sandusky, located directly on Lake Erie’s south shore in Ohio, is a small city with a big personality. It retains its vintage charm while having a variety of tourist attractions. Stop through as part of a Great Lakes tour or visit Sandusky as a standalone destination.

The months between Memorial Day and Labour Day are the high tourism season in the Great Lakes region. The famed amusement park at Cedar Point is easily the main attraction of Sandusky. It is widely known as one of the world’s best amusement parks for its large number of rides and prime spot on the edge of a peninsular. Millennium Force and Top Thrill Dragster are two of the tallest and fastest roller coasters in the world. Cedar Point also has water rides, an arcade, children’s attractions and musical performances. Take a break from the rides and soak up the sun on the adjacent beach along Lake Erie.

Five indoor water parks operate year-round. These include Castaway Bay and Soak City, located adjacent to Cedar Point. Spend a day at Kalahari Resort, which has the largest indoor water park in the U.S.

Boaters and fishers will find Sandusky the perfect base from which to get out on the water. Charter a boat to reel in the big catches during a day of offshore fishing. Try your luck at the scenic Castalia State Fish Hatchery along Cold Creek or head to Cold Creek Trout Camp. Rent a motorboat or ride the ferry to go island hopping along the charming Lake Erie Islands. Explore the shops, restaurants and attractions at Put-in-Bay, Kelleys Island and Middle Bass Island.

Stop at one of the many restaurants in the area for a delicious meal fresh from the lake. Take the marked wine trail to visit more than a dozen different wineries that offer tastings. 

Sandusky is conveniently located just over an hour’s drive from Cleveland to the east and Toledo to the west.

Where to stay in Sandusky

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Historic Downtown Sandusky

Though Historic Downtown Sandusky may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jackson Street Pier and Merry-Go-Round Museum.

Historic Downtown Sandusky
Wolf Inn Hotel
Wolf Inn Hotel
2 out of 5
2905 Milan Rd., Sandusky, OH
The price is RM166 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
RM166
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"The stay was enjoyable but the room was small it was by the bathroom"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

Wolf Inn Hotel
Cedar Point's Castaway Bay
Cedar Point's Castaway Bay
3 out of 5
2001 Cleveland Road, Sandusky, OH
The price is RM658 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
RM658
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (443 reviews)
"Didn’t have to go far to get to store"

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

Cedar Point's Castaway Bay
Quality Inn & Suites Sandusky
Quality Inn & Suites Sandusky
2.5 out of 5
6220 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH
The price is RM266 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
RM266
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sandusky. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (908 reviews)
"Nice and quiet place"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Quality Inn & Suites Sandusky
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point
Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point
2.5 out of 5
1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a water park. Popular attractions Cedar Point and Cedar Point Shores are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (204 reviews)
"Just really convenient for cedar point"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2023

Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point
The Inn at Fulton
The Inn at Fulton
2 out of 5
201 Fulton St, Sandusky, OH
Stay at this aparthotel in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, a kitchen, and a full-sized refrigerator/freezer. Popular attractions Cedar Point and Merry-Go-Round Museum ...
The Inn at Fulton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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