Downtown Dayton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Dayton
Popular places to visit
Day Air Ballpark
Catch an event at Day Air Ballpark during your trip to Dayton. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
RiverScape MetroPark
RiverScape MetroPark is just one of the places to see in Dayton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
2nd Street Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at 2nd Street Market during your trip to Dayton. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
University of Dayton
Explore the campus of University of Dayton during your trip to Dayton. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
National Museum of the United States Air Force
From a replica of the Wright brothers’ original plane to high-tech stealth bombers, there are hundreds of unique aircraft to explore at this museum in Dayton, Ohio.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
After visiting Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dayton. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
Our pick of the best Downtown Dayton Hotel Deals
Hotel Ardent Dayton Downtown, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
10/10 We really enjoyed our stay. From the hotel staff to the restaurant staff they made our stay magnificent! The staff was welcoming , friendly & quick to accommodate us. I have no complaints whatsoever! We will be coming back for both hotel and the Bistecca restaurant experience again.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown
Great spacious room - spotless hotel. Pleasant service
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Dayton Vitality Hotel
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Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Marriott at the University of Dayton
The room was very clean. The staff were all very friendly. I would recommend adding a mirror by the dresser. There is full length mirror near the closet, however, there’s a bar across the front of it so when you hang your clothes it blocks your view. The closet only has a hook. Doesn’t make sense. ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North
Rooms are practically new. Great location.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Red Roof Inn Dayton North Airport
Everything was as to be expected
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Dayton
Oregon District
Oregon District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Oregon Park and Belle of Dayton Distillery.
Midtown
While Midtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center and Victoria Theater.
South Park
Though South Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center and Oregon Park.
Five Points
Though Five Points may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like America's Packard Museum and Rivers Edge Park.
Historic Inner East
While there might not be top attractions in Historic Inner East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like 2nd Street Market and Day Air Ballpark.
Twin Towers
Though Twin Towers may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and Day Air Ballpark.
