Things to Do in Ohio County, WV

Oglebay Falls

Wheeling, West Virginia

Visitors say this waterfall is beautiful and offers amazing views, with trails leading into the woods. They also highlight the relaxing and peaceful atmosphere, making it a worthw…

Oglebay Falls

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Visitors say this waterfall is beautiful and offers amazing views, with trails leading into the woods. They also highlight the relaxing and peaceful atmosphere, making it a worthwhile stop. Guests mention the convenient roadside parking and easy access to the falls.

Address & contact information

Lodge Drive
(304) 558-2200

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Oglebay Institute Glass Museum

Wheeling, West Virginia

Museum featuring a collection of glass art & various crafts, plus glass-blowing demonstrations.

Oglebay Institute Glass Museum

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Museum featuring a collection of glass art & various crafts, plus glass-blowing demonstrations.

Address & contact information

1330 Oglebay Drive
(304) 242-7272

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Oglebay Good Zoo

Wheeling, West Virginia

Rare & endangered species reside in this large zoo with a variety of exhibits & nature programs.

Oglebay Good Zoo

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Rare & endangered species reside in this large zoo with a variety of exhibits & nature programs.

Address & contact information

345 Zoo Circle
(304) 243-4100

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Oglebay Foundation

Wheeling, West Virginia

Welcome to West Virginia Sign

Valley Grove, West Virginia

Madonna of the Trail

Wheeling, West Virginia

Castleman Run Wildlife Management Area

Valley Grove, West Virginia

Wildlife refuge with lake popular for fishing.

Castleman Run Wildlife Management Area

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Wildlife refuge with lake popular for fishing.

Address & contact information

Valley Grove, WV 26060
(304) 558-2771

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Kruger Street Toy and Train Museum

Wheeling, West Virginia

Nostalgic place with extensive exhibits of classic toys as well as operating model train layouts.

Kruger Street Toy and Train Museum

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Nostalgic place with extensive exhibits of classic toys as well as operating model train layouts.

Address & contact information

144 Kruger Street
(304) 242-8133

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Wetzels Cave

Wheeling, West Virginia

Tunnel Green

Wheeling, West Virginia

Park featuring a cave, trails, and a dog park, plus athletic facilities.

Reymann Brewing Company Historic Site

Wheeling, West Virginia

Mount Wood Tunnel - South Portal

Wheeling, West Virginia

Mount Wood Overlook

Wheeling, West Virginia

Scenic spot for views of Wheeling, the Ohio River and the city.

Mingo Indian Statue

Wheeling, West Virginia

Cathedral of St. Joseph

Wheeling, West Virginia

Visitors say this cathedral is beautiful and unique, offering a quiet and inspiring place for contemplation. They also highlight the stunning sanctuary ceiling, beautiful stations…

Cathedral of St. Joseph

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Visitors say this cathedral is beautiful and unique, offering a quiet and inspiring place for contemplation. They also highlight the stunning sanctuary ceiling, beautiful stations, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate that the cathedral is open for extended hours, even after the last Mass on Sundays.

Address & contact information

1300 Eoff Street
(304) 233-4121

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Wheeling Artisan Center Shop

Wheeling, West Virginia

Industrial-style center with a shop for regionally made arts & crafts, plus local history exhibits.

Wheeling Artisan Center Shop

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Industrial-style center with a shop for regionally made arts & crafts, plus local history exhibits.

Address & contact information

1400 Main Street
(304) 232-1810

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Heritage Port

Wheeling, West Virginia

Year-round festivals & live entertainment draw crowds to this riverfront park along a bike trail.

Heritage Port

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Year-round festivals & live entertainment draw crowds to this riverfront park along a bike trail.

Address & contact information

1055 Water Street
(304) 234-3617

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Wheeling Visitors Center

Wheeling, West Virginia

Tourist centre featuring exhibits and a farmer's market, with free admission and helpful staff.

Wheeling Visitors Center

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Tourist centre featuring exhibits and a farmer's market, with free admission and helpful staff.

Address & contact information

1401 Main Street
(304) 233-7709

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Wheeling Suspension Bridge

Wheeling, West Virginia

Historic suspension bridge spanning the Ohio River, dating to 1849 & once the largest in the world.

Wheeling Island - Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge

Wheeling, West Virginia

Wheeling Centre Market

Wheeling, West Virginia

Established in 1853, this market district is home to a variety of locally owned stores & eateries.

Wheeling Centre Market

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Established in 1853, this market district is home to a variety of locally owned stores & eateries.

Address & contact information

2200 Market Street
(304) 234-3878

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Grand Vue Adventures

Moundsville, West Virginia

Zip-line adventure park featuring a ropes course plus clean cabins.

Grand Vue Adventures

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Zip-line adventure park featuring a ropes course plus clean cabins.

Address & contact information

250 Trail Drive
(304) 810-2785

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Grave Creek Mound Historical Site

Moundsville, West Virginia

2,000-year-old burial mound created by prehistoric people, plus an interpretive museum.

Grave Creek Mound Historical Site

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2,000-year-old burial mound created by prehistoric people, plus an interpretive museum.

Address & contact information

801 Jefferson Avenue
(304) 843-4128

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West Virginia Penitentiary

Moundsville, West Virginia

19th-century Gothic prison offering guided tours, overnight paranormal visits, events & a gift shop.

West Virginia Penitentiary

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19th-century Gothic prison offering guided tours, overnight paranormal visits, events & a gift shop.

Address & contact information

818 Jefferson Avenue
(304) 845-6200

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Tomlinson Run State Park

New Cumberland, West Virginia

Family-friendly activities are available at this serene destination with forested hills & a stream.

Tomlinson Run State Park

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Family-friendly activities are available at this serene destination with forested hills & a stream.

Address & contact information

3391 Veterans Boulevard
(304) 564-3651

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Steepest Street in the US

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Neighborhood street notable for being officially recognized as the steepest in the US.

West End Overlook Park

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This park by the Ohio River offers city views & is a popular spot for summer movies & fireworks.

West End Overlook Park

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This park by the Ohio River offers city views & is a popular spot for summer movies & fireworks.

Address & contact information

Marlow Street
(412) 255-2539

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Points of View

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Popular hillside park featuring a George Washington bronze sculpture & panoramic views of the city.

Grandview Overlook

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Romantic fenced lookout along a bustling promenade, offering panoramic city skyline views.

Grandview Overlook

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Romantic fenced lookout along a bustling promenade, offering panoramic city skyline views.

Address & contact information

136-160 Grandview Avenue

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Kamin Science Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Museum & research center offers science-related exhibits, a planetarium, live shows & kids programs.

Kamin Science Center

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Museum & research center offers science-related exhibits, a planetarium, live shows & kids programs.

Address & contact information

1 Allegheny Avenue
(412) 237-3400

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Point State Park Fountain

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Soaring fountain with 200-ft.-wide basin, infinity waterfall & seats, at meeting point of 3 rivers.

Point State Park Fountain

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Soaring fountain with 200-ft.-wide basin, infinity waterfall & seats, at meeting point of 3 rivers.

Address & contact information

601 Commonwealth Place
(412) 565-2850

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Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Moonshot Museum

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Clean but small space to watch engineers and volunteers build spacecraft to the moon and Mars.

Moonshot Museum

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Clean but small space to watch engineers and volunteers build spacecraft to the moon and Mars.

Address & contact information

1016 North Lincoln Avenue
(412) 314-4111

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Emerald View Park

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hilltop 257-acre park on a former coal mining area with trails, woodland & play & picnic areas.

Emerald View Park

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Hilltop 257-acre park on a former coal mining area with trails, woodland & play & picnic areas.

Address & contact information

Bailey Avenue
(412) 682-7275

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Fort Pitt Block House

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Historic defensive building built in 1764, now the oldest structure in western Pennsylvania.

Fort Pitt Block House

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Historic defensive building built in 1764, now the oldest structure in western Pennsylvania.

Address & contact information

601 Commonwealth Place
(412) 471-1764

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Point State Park

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

36-acre park at the intersection of 3 rivers with boating, hiking, biking & a Fort Pitt museum.

Point State Park

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36-acre park at the intersection of 3 rivers with boating, hiking, biking & a Fort Pitt museum.

Address & contact information

601 Commonwealth Place
(412) 565-2850

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Museum of Illusions Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Interactive museum featuring over 60 optical illusions and puzzles.

Museum of Illusions Pittsburgh

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Interactive museum featuring over 60 optical illusions and puzzles.

Address & contact information

267 North Shore Drive
(412) 224-2272

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The Color Park

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Park along the Allegheny River, adorned with graffiti art and installations.