Downtown Dayton Travel Guide
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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.
Top hotels in Downtown Dayton
Hotel Ardent Dayton Downtown, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
"The room was nice but the air conditioner was so loud so it didn’t make sleeping very comfortable. The room was clean except for a couple bugs on the floor."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dayton Downtown
"Parking in nearby garage, but inconvenient unless you unload before parking. Unloaded and loaded in the rain. Could have avoided with wariong from staff. Breakfast selection not as good as several other Marriott Inn & Suites I have stayed at recently-no fruit ex cept bananas and oranges. Room overlooked ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton
"AC hotels quality and incredible service as usual. Also a pleasure to stay at any AC."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Dayton Vitality Hotel
"I pre-paid for parking and the QR code did not work. So, I paid for parking twice. Continental breakfast was included, but no clarification as to where it was located. Soap dispenser in the shower was empty. Only 2 towels for 4 people. Neighboring guests arrived at 3am, repeatedly slamming doors, ..."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown
"Valet parking took way too long. The shower had very, very low pressure."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport
"It's additional $50.00 deposit when you stay. I never had that problem, but it's something new since it's under new management, which is crazy."
Reviewed on 22 May 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 Belle of Dayton Distillery and Dayton Theatre Guild.
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 America's Packard Museum and Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center.
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.
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 Wright Cycle Company Complex.
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 America's Packard Museum and Day Air Ballpark.
