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Itinerary ideas
Plan your perfect day trip, overnight stay, or long weekend.
There is no shortage of itinerary options in Marion. The staff at the Visitor Center would love to help plan your perfect day trip, overnight stay, or long weekend. Traveling alone or with a group? Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Load up the bus and head to Marion for a Mystery Tour!
Mix and match experiences based on your group’s interests. Consider the popular Cardinal Project, a public art display; unique shops and locally owned eateries and drinkeries; Harding Presidential Sites; the Wyandot Popcorn Museum; and the historic Marion Palace Theatre for entertainment and lunch on stage. These are just a few options to offer your group a meaningful trip to Marion.

Harding Memorial
The Harding Memorial, the final resting place of President and Mrs. Warren G. Harding is a stately structure that serves as the largest and most…

The Cardinal Project
This project comes as an effort of Downtown Marion, Inc., led by Cardinal Project Committee Chair, Dean Jacob.

Marion Palace Theatre
The historic theatre, built in 1928 and designed by renowned theatre architect John Eberson, offers a captivating experience. Its Spanish motif and celestial ceiling—featuring a…

Harding Memorial
The Harding Memorial, the final resting place of President and Mrs. Warren G. Harding is a stately structure that serves as the largest and most…

Wyandot Popcorn Museum inside Heritage Hall
Located inside Heritage Hall, the Wyandot Popcorn Museum is displayed beneath a colorful circus tent. The museum features the largest and most impressive collection of…

The Cardinal Project
This project comes as an effort of Downtown Marion, Inc., led by Cardinal Project Committee Chair, Dean Jacob.

Marion Palace Theatre
The historic theatre, built in 1928 and designed by renowned theatre architect John Eberson, offers a captivating experience. Its Spanish motif and celestial ceiling—featuring a…
Pack up the family for a fall getaway weekend in Marion County.
Select your accommodations and enjoy a relaxing night before setting out for a Saturday adventure. First stop, pick up delicious donuts from Andrew’s Pastries, and then head to Lawrence Orchards for their Harvest Saturday activities including time in the orchard for some pick-your-own apples. Enjoy a round of bowling and arcade fun at Cooper’s Bowl or Bluefusion Fun Center. Wrap up your day with some pizza from one of Marion’s iconic pizzerias. Family. Fall. Fun. Experience it all in Marion, Ohio!

Andrew’s Pastries
Owned and operated by pastry chef Andrew, who uses the finest ingredients, this shop serves donuts, cookies, cheesecake, and other pastries that have Marionites returning…

Lawrence Orchards
This family-run, pick-your-own orchard is just two miles south of Marion. Specializing in apples, they grow 26 varieties each season. Other produce includes various tree…

Cooper’s Bowl
Cooper’s Bowl features 22 bowling lanes, The Coop (a party room), 191 Social (a full-service bar), and O’Dea’s Irish Pub. Join a bowling league, form…

Andrew’s Pastries
Owned and operated by pastry chef Andrew, who uses the finest ingredients, this shop serves donuts, cookies, cheesecake, and other pastries that have Marionites returning…

Lawrence Orchards
This family-run, pick-your-own orchard is just two miles south of Marion. Specializing in apples, they grow 26 varieties each season. Other produce includes various tree…

Cooper’s Bowl
Cooper’s Bowl features 22 bowling lanes, The Coop (a party room), 191 Social (a full-service bar), and O’Dea’s Irish Pub. Join a bowling league, form…

Bluefusion Fun Center
Bluefusion Fun Center is a one-stop destination for family entertainment, combining classic bowling with modern arcade gaming. With over 20 bowling lanes and 50+ arcade…
Let us help you create a personalized Marion-Made itinerary.
Marion is a short drive north from Columbus and is conveniently located along State Route 23. Only a day’s drive from most of the Midwest, makes Marion a great “meet in the middle” location for business collaborations or pleasure trips.