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.
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.
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.
Dayton Art Institute
With exceptional special exhibits and an impressive permanent collection, it is easy to see why Dayton’s fine arts museum is such a popular destination.
Our pick of the best Downtown Dayton Hotel Deals
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dayton Downtown
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Reviewed on 1 June 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton
"Room was clean with terrific view of the ballpark and downtown area. Restaurant was excellent."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hotel Ardent Dayton Downtown, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
"Everything was wonderful. Bed and pillows were so nice, slept like a baby staff amazing too and this morning brunch was amazing. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Dayton Vitality Hotel
"I didn’t actually end up staying here because no one could help me get through the check in service. No links were sent to me until I contacted them via text message. It was 1:30 in the morning and I was beyond tired and so were my kids and wife. The whole process was the most terrible thing I’ve ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown
"Parking was awful, no coffee in the lobby, staff was wonderful though."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport
"Very nice staff. I stay here frequently when traveling."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Dayton
University Park
While visiting University Park, you might make a stop by sights like Carillon Historical Park and Baujan Field.
Oregon District
Oregon District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Belle of Dayton Distillery and Dayton Theatre Guild.
South Park
Though South Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like America's Packard Museum and Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center.
Twin Towers
Though Twin Towers may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Day Air Ballpark and Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center.
Walnut Hills
Though Walnut Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 2nd Street Market and America's Packard Museum.
