As the home of Cedar Point Amusement Park, the Sandusky area is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the Midwest. Cedar Point, which draws millions of visitors to the area annually, has consistently been rated the number one amusement park in the United States. The park features more roller coasters and total rides than any other park in the world.

The area's newest attraction is indoor water parks, which is making Erie County a year-round vacation destination.

Lake Erie provides fun-filled summer days of boating, swimming and fishing, as well as stunning sunsets and sunrises. The Lake Erie Islands, which can be reached by ferry from Sandusky, offer unique shops, historical attractions, wineries, festivals and state parks. Many area residents join tourists from around the country at the islands during the popular summer months.

The Sandusky YMCA, Erie Metro Parks, and many civic and private sector organizations sponsor children's activities and programs throughout the year.

A thriving cultural community awaits you in the Sandusky area, with museums (Merry-Go-Round Museum, Maritime Museum, Milan Historical Museum, Thomas Edison Home, Inland Seas Maritime Museum), theaters (Huron Playhouse, Sandusky State Theater, Harlequins Theater, BGSU Firelands Caryl Crane's Children's Theater), orchestras (Firelands Symphony Orchestra), and other art venues available for your pleasure.

Numerous nationally known chain stores and restaurants have opened in the past few years, offering residents and visitors alike a wide range of shopping and dining options.
For a taste of something special there are several superb locally owned restaurants specializing in Italian, French and Mexican cuisine, as well as seafood and beef.

For additional shopping opportunities, several unique malls and stores are within one to two hours away from the Sandusky area. Crocker Park in Westlake, Great Northern in Cleveland, as well as Easton and Polaris in Columbus are just a few of the shopping experiences available. If you are looking for big city fashion, Chicago is just an hour away by plane and five hours by car or train.
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