Marion, OH – a Destination Worth Discovering

Encounter, Experience, and Explore Marion, Ohio. We invite you to encounter Midwestern hospitality, experience memory-making moments, and explore all that makes Marion County a destination worth the visit.
Music act playing at Urban 501 Family enjoying the Popcorn Festival downtown Marion Music act playing guitar at the Marion Popcorn Festival Friends toasting drinks at Kin & Kilt. Rider on a bull at the HJT Bulls and Barrels rodeo
Man throwing a frisbee at a disc golf hole at OSU Marion Woman kayaking on Foundation Lake at Tallgrass Trail Elena Renee Pink Weekend Downtown Center Street in Marion Cardinal Project statue
Family enjoying the Popcorn Festival downtown Marion Friends toasting drinks at Kin & Kilt. Downtown Center Street in Marion Woman kayaking on Foundation Lake at Tallgrass Trail

Welcome all!

Adventure starts here

Whether you’re planning a day trip or a longer getaway, Marion offers memorable experiences in the heart of Ohio, just north of Columbus along State Route 23.

Explore presidential history at the Harding Home and Museum, discover historic landmarks and live entertainment, and experience downtown Marion’s local dining, breweries, unique shops, hands-on arts, and public art displays like The Cardinal Project.

Come discover Marion and make memories worth sharing!

Mom and kids browsing shops in downtown Marion Ferris wheel at a local festival

Plan Your Visit: Step Into History and Stay for the Hospitality

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Find Activities

Woman kayaking on Foundation Lake at Tallgrass Trail

Shop

Buy Local

A family purchasing toys at a local shop

Dine

Get a Taste of Marion

A tasty entree of tacos

Stay

Find accommodations

Living room of a Marion short-term rental with a navy and gold geometric accent wall and a tan leather sectional

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.
Downtown Marion street view on a sunny day