Sandusky

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Between seeking thrills on some of the world’s best roller coasters or reeling in your big catch from Lake Erie, this charming town will keep you entertained for days.

Sandusky, located directly on Lake Erie’s south shore in Ohio, is a small city with a big personality. It retains its vintage charm while having a variety of tourist attractions. Stop through as part of a Great Lakes tour or visit Sandusky as a standalone destination.

The months between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the high tourism season in the Great Lakes region. The famed amusement park at Cedar Point is easily the main attraction of Sandusky. It is widely known as one of the world’s best amusement parks for its large number of rides and prime spot on the edge of a peninsular. Millennium Force and Top Thrill Dragster are two of the tallest and fastest roller coasters in the world. Cedar Point also has water rides, an arcade, children’s attractions and musical performances. Take a break from the rides and soak up the sun on the adjacent beach along Lake Erie.

Five indoor water parks operate year-round. These include Castaway Bay and Soak City, located adjacent to Cedar Point. Spend a day at Kalahari Resort, which has the largest indoor water park in the U.S.

Boaters and fishers will find Sandusky the perfect base from which to get out on the water. Charter a boat to reel in the big catches during a day of offshore fishing. Try your luck at the scenic Castalia State Fish Hatchery along Cold Creek or head to Cold Creek Trout Camp. Rent a motorboat or ride the ferry to go island hopping along the charming Lake Erie Islands. Explore the shops, restaurants and attractions at Put-in-Bay, Kelleys Island and Middle Bass Island.

Stop at one of the many restaurants in the area for a delicious meal fresh from the lake. Take the marked wine trail to visit more than a dozen different wineries that offer tastings. 

Sandusky is conveniently located just over an hour’s drive from Cleveland to the east and Toledo to the west.

Where to stay in Sandusky

Jackson Street Pier is a great place to catch a sunset or the Pelee Islander ferry to, oddly enough, Pelee Island, Canada.  Great place to have a little island winery adventure just across the border. #WeekendGetaway

Historic Downtown Sandusky

While Historic Downtown Sandusky isn't home to many top sights, Merry-Go-Round Museum and Follett House Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Historic Downtown Sandusky
Cedar Point's Express Hotel
Cedar Point's Express Hotel
2 out of 5
1201 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,569 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P8,569
P9,747 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Ok hotel for a vist to ceder point
"Overall great hotel but they appeared to be short staffed. Took 45 min to get towels. There was only one employee working the front desk which created a line. Also the room was clean but i did find hair clips on the floor and missing towels. The furniture is worn and needs updating."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Cedar Point's Express Hotel
Avalon Inn
Avalon Inn
2 out of 5
1530 Cleveland Rd W, Sandusky, OH
The price is P3,244 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
P3,244
P3,691 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Cedar Point and Kalahari Waterpark Resort are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (47 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and comfortable. I'll stay again when I go back to visit cedar point. Its right down the street from the park. Everytime good the only thing was the wifi didnt work in my room, just only in the lobby when i went down. They said they was going to work on it so i'll see is it different ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Avalon Inn
Cedar Point's Hotel Breakers
Cedar Point's Hotel Breakers
3.5 out of 5
One Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH
The price is P19,723 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P19,723
P22,434 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (941 reviews)
Fine for our needs
"Early entrance into the park was awesome. We didn’t use most amenities at the hotel, but the beach access was fun! However, the room bathroom needs a fan for humidity purposes."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Cedar Point's Hotel Breakers
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point
Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point
2.5 out of 5
1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH
Stay at this cabin in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and water park access (surcharge). Popular attractions Cedar Point and Sports Force Parks at Cedar ...
9/10 Wonderful! (283 reviews)
"Terrific experience. The waves from lake combined with Cedar Point amusement park make for an incredible time."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point
The Inn at Fulton
The Inn at Fulton
2 out of 5
201 Fulton St, Sandusky, OH
Stay at this aparthotel in Sandusky. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cedar Point and Sports Force Parks at Cedar ...
7.6/10 Good! (20 reviews)
Weekend away!!!
"Weekend trip with friends, had unit 6&5 that was connected by the private balcony. Weather was beautiful and after visiting a nearby winery for a tasting and lunch we walked around downtown!!! Did some axe throwing and bar hoping!!! Only complaint is shower water pressure."

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2025

The Inn at Fulton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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