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South Bass Island

Put in Bay, OH
Ranked #2 of 10 attractions in Put in Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
Type: Islands
Owner description: Theres plenty to see at South Bass Island, such as the Marblehead Lighthouse, the Cedar Point Amusement Park, and the William Perry Monument, and its...... more » Owner description: Theres plenty to see at South Bass Island, such as the Marblehead Lighthouse, the Cedar Point Amusement Park, and the William Perry Monument, and its fishing opportunities cant be beat, especially if you're fishing for Walleye and Perch. « less
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Sandusky, Ohio
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

There are many family things to do on South Bass Island, even though this island has a reputation as a party island. I would not recommend bringing children anytime after 8 pm or on the weekends. Make sure you visit the Perry International Peace Memorial, grand re-opening July of 2012. A fun attraction is the Heineman Winery, even for the... More

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South Bend
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This was a fun little place. I got to drive a golfcart around which I thought was awesome. The crystal cave was neat to see. I want to go back and next time get a hotel room on the island. More

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Southgate, Michigan
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

A fun place to visit for a weekend or just to take a day trip. Plenty to see and do from the eateries, to the bars, to the shops. Dubbed the Key West of the North there are a few hotels that have pools, Mr. Eds has Mist and the Islander has Splash fun places to hangout and get some... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Nothing much was open due to the season, had trouble finding much to do and there were hardly any buisnesses open More

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Toledo, Ohio
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

it was fun driving around in a golf cart , very relaxing More

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Woodsfield
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

My family has been here several times. We love it. We always rent a golf cart and just drive all over the island. More

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Austintown, Ohio
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

In all fairness this was a last minute excursion and I didnt do enough homework and what I found online was inaccurate.. ..being i have 2 handicapped kids i didnt think the golf cart was a wise mode of transport so we took our van..The only running ferry was Millers ferry(which is the cheaper one) still cost $82 round trip... More

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Ohio
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Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Forget any thoughts on a weekend visit unless you are going for the bar scene. Many boats and the ferries bring tons of folks over on the weekends and the primary emphasis is on hitting the bars. If that's your "thing" have at it! For those of us who just enjoy time on an island, go on a weekday. There... More

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Maumee, Ohio
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

Have spent time here with my wife and friends over the years and it is well worth the trip. Take your time and enjoy it, one ofthe more enjoyable pleasures near Toledo. More

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Port Clinton, Ohio
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

It's the North's answer to Margaritaville. Always an event, lots of partying, but plenty to do for the history buffs. Some great caves and you can shop and eat till the cow's come home. More

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