Benjamin and Marian Theatre of Dayton Ohio

Looking at Ohio, there is actually a lot of interesting art centers and performing arts venues to catch the best plays in town. By relying on your rental bus driver, you can be sure to be able to cater your trip to one where it visits popular plays in theatres such as this.

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When it comes to art and performances, we can all expect to look towards Cleveland for having some of the most amazing theatres and performing arts centers. Rarely would one look towards a smaller city in Ohio like Dayton.

Miami Valley folks know of Benjamin and Marian Schuster as loving, compassionate, caring, and encouraging folks in the arts and performance arena. Therefore, it didn’t take long for the management to decide naming the theatre after them.

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Akron Zoo and Stan Hywet

When it comes to vacationing in Ohio, we have all probably heard about one or two destinations in Cincinnati, Columbus or Cleveland....but there is a very quiet charm over here in Akron OH and some of these amazing destinations deserve every little bit of attraction that they get. In this article, we will give you the lowdown on how to make the most out of a single day that you spend in Akron and we will leave it up to you to decide if it is worth your time to bring your vacationing groups here with our Ohio charter bus.

Akron Zoo is a must for kids
Kids and animals...there is most certainly a magical bond between them and if you are here in Akron, a visit to its zoo would not be a waste of your time. Akron Zoo’s come a long way and to be precise, they began this journey with a donated piece of land from the city’s founder, Simon Perkins, and two brown bears...which were also donations.

The initial intention for the land donation was for it to be turned into a park...well, ideas were churned, donations were made and today, we have an extensive, fun and exciting zoo suitable for the kids and their family to enjoy. We can use two words to instantly describe a visit to Akron Zoo....peaceful and entertaining. If you have younger kids with you, we reckon that you might want to check out the nice carousel as well.

Get ready to be wowed by the Stan Hywet Hall and Grounds
One might initially make the assumption that this visit is going to be boring for the kids or that the teens are going to fall asleep as soon as they step foot into the ancient, mystical building....far from it. We have heard raving reviews from people of all ages, saying some pretty awesome things about their visit to Stan Hywet. The mansion and garden, which can be found on Portage Path in Akron, took in a whole lot of details when it was designed and built. The people worked more than three thousand blueprints and drawings and a massive number of hours poring over and changing.

The same can be said about the gardens too. Every year, Stan Hywet enjoys thousands and thousands of visits from the locals as well as vacationing foreigners. Warren Manning is the man to be credited for this groundbreaking garden’s layout. Today, it is known for its immaculate blending of nature and astounding architecture.

Hocking Peaks Adventure Park

Looking for some adventurous time with your friends this weekend? Or are you planning a special outdoor trip with your friends – something that is out of the ordinary, out of the usual activities that you have already done with them in the past, such as extreme theme parks or water theme parks? If that is the case, then a trip in an Ohio charter bus to the Hocking Peaks Adventure Park could be just the thing for you and your friends. It could just be one of the most thrilling trips ever that you have planned with your friends.

The Hocking Peaks Adventure Park is an event park with various types of outdoor adventures and activities for everyone. For an extra ordinary outdoor excursion with your friends, why not plan for a “Wicked Forest Haunted Attraction” that is open on Friday and Saturday nights, beginning from September 27 right up to October 26 – consider it to be a “Halloween Outing” with your friends. Surely they will enjoy it – especially if they are into “supernatural” fun activities. However, this is not the only exciting thing that you can do with your friends at the Hocking Peaks Adventure Park. They also have other “challenging” activities such as the Aerial Challenge Zip, Family/Child Zip, Canopy Tour, Moonlight Zip, Waterfront Zip, Paintball, Ogo Ball, Disc Golf, Guided Ranger Rides plus an Educational Treasure Hunt.

When you come here with your friends in the Ohio charter bus, there is no need for you to feel nervous if it is your first trip here. All their staff is well trained, patient and friendly, so you and your friends will be in good hands. Some of the courses may be a little too challenging, so be sure to check with your friends first what they would prefer to take up on before you sign up or book any of the adventures. For adults, they are usually left to finish the adventures on their own while for kids, they will have well trained guides to help the kids finish their course with ease and confidence. However, before anyone is allowed to start their adventure, they will all be briefed and explained the safety procedures, so that everyone understands what is expected from them throughout the whole activity. After all the fun completing your chosen challenge or adventure, you will be very thankful to see the Ohio charter bus driver waiting for you and your friends to climb back onto the bus so that he can send everyone home.

Garden of Eden, Ohio

In one way or another, we may have heard of the Garden of Eden that is mentioned in the Bible, but do you know that in Cincinnati, Ohio, there is such a park that goes by that name? Originally a vineyard, the area was acquired from its owner, Mr Nicholas Longworth in 1869 by the city and was turned into a park. Mr Nicholas had named it the Garden of Eden, and the name “Eden” was retained after it the land was acquired till this day. Though it may not be as majestic as how it is described in the holy book, it is still worth to charter an Ohio bus and bring the whole family there for a day’s trip – just for some outdoor fun and recreation.

Located on 950 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202, any Ohio bus charter driver will be able to locate the park and send the visitors to this amazing park as easy as 1,2,3. Be sure to bring along your cameras for this trip as the view there is worthy of many photos. The Eden Park is a place for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, running, and they have a playground as well as a basketball court for visitors to exercise or play some ball. Even if you are not into such physical activities, you can walk around the park and look down to see the river of Ohio from different points of the park and yes, take some really scenic and beautiful photos of the river and the surroundings too.

Eden Park holds quite a number of events throughout the year and in July, on every Friday, they always host their well known “EdenSong Music Series” at the Seasongood Pavilion and in November annually, they will host one of the largest hot air balloon glow events – the “Balluminaria” and the park will usually be crowded with visitors, with many traveling in groups in Ohio charter buses. In fact, if you are thinking of being part of the Balluminaria event, this would be a really good time for you to start planning your trip to the Eden Park in November this year with your family members and friends. The more, the merrier, isn’t it? In fact, the earlier you book an Ohio charter bus, the better it is for you, at least you know for sure that you have a bus waiting for you to take to the event. Last minute bookings is always risky and you may end up not having a bus at all and everyone will be disappointed.

Try a New Ice-Cream Flavor Today

We know there are loads of different ice-cream stalls everywhere in Ohio, therefore, for us to single out ONE ice-cream stall today as a highlight means that this ice-cream store is deserving of your complete attention - or at least one visit during your bus charter Ohio trip! Jeni’s Splendid Ice-Cream is indeed legendary in the ice-cream making world and we are sure her recipes have inspired and are reference points for some major ice-cream making factories.

Jeni once said that everyday they surround themselves with creative people from the likes of artists, photographers, travelers, and other inspiring people from other industries who work with the creativity of the mind because these are the people who inspire the brand’s creations. Based on the stories that these ‘experience gatherers’ (verbatim), they are able to come up with ice-cream that tantalizes the taste buds.

The inspiration behind the ice-creams? To make us all fall madly in love with them! We can’t find fault with such an amazing vision and mission.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice-Cream first opened up her first stall back in 2002 in Columbus in the North Market and today, there are more sprouting up everywhere as well as seven hundred groceries in the country that carries Jeni’s brand of ice-cream. And we all know why Ohio residents claim the right to be ‘snooty’ about ice-creams that don’t make the mark, because this is where the best can be found. It is all the more reason we should try heading over in our rented Ohio charter bus to see how much different is Jeni’s Splendid Ice-Cream compared to the usual ones that we have. ‘If you are in Ohio and have not tasted Jeni’s ice-cream, then you have just wasted your chance to taste REAL ice-cream,’ says one Ohio reviewer of Jeni’s Ice-Cream.

We are not the only ones who think that this ice-cream brand deserves a chance during your charter bus Ohio trip - Times magazine have called it ‘America’s Best’ and Cooking Light said that it was ‘deadly delicious’. Saveur, one of the nation’s leading food and wine magazine called it ‘legendary’ and not to be left out, after reviewing and sampling Jeni’s Ice-Cream, has this to say ‘No one makes ice-cream like Jeni Britton Bauer’.

Says it all, doesn’t it? So, while you are here for your Ohio charter bus rental getaway, hit the internet to find out where you can find the ‘deadly delicious’ ice-cream and taste it for yourself.

Columbus, Ohio by Charter Bus

No matter where your interests lie, Columbus, Ohio, is sure to offer something to do that will fill your weekend hours during your charter bus visit. From local art to exotic animals, this Midwestern city offers a wealth of events and activities for all ages. Many activities are free or low cost and available throughout the year. Plan your visit to Columbus, Ohio with a bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus chartered from Bus Charter Ohio and travel through this quintessentially American city in style and comfort.

A charter bus ride north of the Greater Columbus Convention Center is the Short North Arts District, an arts, dining and shopping district full of independent galleries, unusual shops, restaurants and cafes. On the first Saturday of each month, the district hosts a gallery hop during the evening hours. Starting at 4 p.m. and lasting well into the night, Ohio charter bus visitors can stroll through the streets and visit the galleries to view works by local and international artists. Performers, including musicians, dance companies and singers put on impromptu performances on the sidewalks and street corners, creating a festive atmosphere. The Gallery Hop is not the only weekend event in the district. The North Market hosts a local farmer's market every Saturday morning and an artisan's market with handcrafted goods Sundays.

Franklin Park is one of Columbus' many outdoor green spaces, and home to the Franklin Park Conservatory. The Conservatory, built in 1895, showcases exotic plants as well as more than a dozen glass sculpture installations from renowned artist Dale Chihuly. While a stroll through the horticultural exhibits and garden spaces of the park and conservatory is entertaining on its own, the Conservatory also offers a variety of educational events. Between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturdays, charter bus visitors can attend Family Fun workshops where kids can make crafts designed around the day's theme. Also, throughout the spring and summer months, each afternoon charter bus guests at the Conservatory can participate in a live butterfly release in the Pollinator's Garden. There is an admission fee for the Conservatory, but kids younger than 2 are free.

Columbus has dozens of parks and outdoor areas, with miles of trails ideal for walking and biking. Spend a weekend on your charter bus visit exploring some of the parks, most of which are free and open all year round. For example, the Topiary Park, across the street from the Columbus Museum of Art, is a recreation of Georges Suerrat's legendary painting "A Sunday Afternoon on the Isle of La Grand Jatte" in topiary. Walk or ride the Olentangy River Greenway, a 13-mile scenic, paved trail that connects Columbus to Worthington. Antrim Park, along the Greenway, is a 120-acre park with a stocked fishing pond, gravel bike trail and playground for the kids.

Columbus, Ohio has a little something to offer everyone on a charter bus visit. Plan your visit with a selection from Bus Charter Ohio’s fleet of fully equipped charter buses and enjoy a memorable and fun filled charter bus trip in Ohio.

The heart of Rock ‘n Roll

The heart of Rock ‘n Roll is in Cleveland, as the song by Huey Lewis and the News goes, and one of the best ways of visiting Cleveland is with a charter bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coaches or school bus hired from Bus Charter Ohio. A good way to see the city of Cleveland in style and comfort, Bus Charter Ohio provides vehicles to suit any size group or party, for any occasion.
Located on the shore of Lake Erie in downtown Cleveland, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a museum recording the history of rock music, through recognizing some of the most influential artists, producers, writers and engineers who have molded and shaped rock music through the years. Created in 1983, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was looking for a permanent location before settling on Cleveland, Ohio. This partly due to lobbying from the city of Cleveland, citing the influence that disc jockey Alan Freed had on exposing rock music to the masses, as well as creating the term “Rock and Roll”. Cleveland was also the site of the nation’s first rock and roll concert in 1952.
To visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, take your charter bus to Rock and Roll Boulevard at North Coast Harbor. As you arrive, you will be impressed by the I.M. Pei designed building that house the Hall of Fame. This seven storey building features a tower with a glass pyramid that covers over 150,000 square feet. Construction began in 1993, and the Hall of Fame opened its doors to the public in 1995. 
Five storeys of the museum are given over to permanent and temporary exhibits covering much of rock and roll’s development and history over the past 6 decades. One of the key exhibits in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a list of 660 “Songs that shaped Rock and Roll”. Not organized in any particular order, the list includes songs recorded from the 1920s through to the 1990s. All the famous artists from every era of Rock and Roll has representation, notably The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley and The Beach Boys, along with Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder and Chuck Berry.
Inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are the reason why many visit. Visitors can take a tour of the past inductees into the Hall of Fame, showing highlights of their careers, their discography and display of memorabilia. Films are also shown in the museum, notably of famous concerts or performances, or documentaries about rock and roll history. There is also a Library and Archives, which is open to the public and researchers. This unparalleled collection of personal papers, photographs, posters, records and recordings, videos and song sheets is worth a visit from any rock and roll fan.
Visiting the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is easy with a charter bus from Bus Charter Ohio, so give us a call today to find out how we can help you with our fleet of vehicles and friendly, personalized service.

Planning a Bus Charter Ohio

If you're wondering about common reasons to book a bus charter, Ohio is just one of the many destinations that people choose to visit for both family fun as well as group sightseeing excursions. Comfort and safety are big concerns when booking any group travel.

Among the reason that we are consistently rated number one for our service is our commitment to for not only the comfort and safety of our clients but also our commitment to service that includes our trained representatives helping you choose the best charter bus that will fit your travel plans and also your budget. From start to finish, we make the planning of your charter bus trip easy and stress free. Our company offers a quick and easy way to book your bus charter Ohio, through one of our highly trained representatives ready to answer all your questions.

Booking a bus charter in Ohio your decisions of what to do are endless. You can start off your bus charter but taking a walk in history’s footprints by tracing the paths of the escaped slaves along the Underground Railroad from the Ohio River to Lake Erie. Maybe you would enjoy visiting one of the 20 wineries in northeast Ohio region. Perhaps you are more of the daredevil type you can ride 17 roller coasters in one day at Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky or if you love to be scared you can visit Ghostly Manor Thrill Center in Sandusky. Ghostly Manor is a year-round high tech haunted house with an XD 3D Theater.

Bus charter Ohio can introduce you to the many different cultural escapes Ohio has to offer. Expand your definition of art at the cutting edge at the Contemporary Arts Center in Cincinnati. Or take in a musical or comedy act at Rabbit Run Theater near the shores of Lake Erie. If you enjoy relaxing and enjoying the sounds of live bluegrass music visit the Southern Ohio Opry. Taking a bus charter Ohio will make it able for you to try all the many different foods Ohio has to offer. From the world famous Tony Packo’s Café in Toledo where you can try a Hungarian hot dog and browse the wall of more than 1,000 hot dog buns autographed by nearly every star who has come to town. Or taste more than 350 flavors of jams, jellies and syrups at Simply Smuckers at the company’s headquarters in Orrville.

Whatever your interests may be a bus charter Ohio is the right choice to make. So when you think it’s impossible to plan a fun group trip remember our many years of experience and give us a call. 

Ohio State Reformatory

'Fear can hold you prisoner. Hope can set you free' – this was the empowering and uplifting one-liner used by scriptwriters of the award-winning show, Shawshank Redemption when it was filmed at the Ohio State Reformatory in 1994. The two-hundred and fifty square feet reformatory was first built and opened on November 4, 2886 and once housed nearly one hundred and fifty five thousand men. The steel cell blocks were used to help refine the lives of delinquent individuals and to free people from their sinful lifestyles. That was, honestly, the single one purpose of this magnificent structure and tourist attraction. If you are new in Ohio, you ought to consider renting a charter bus for a group tour of this amazing Chateauesque place which was designed by renowned architect and inspiring building designer, Levi T. Scofield who lifted the styles from Victorian Gothic, Richardson Romanesque and Queen Anne and put it all into one building.

Funnily enough, because of many rumors going around on the rumor mill for ages, people come here seeking thrill. They are looking for paranormal activities and even do their own investigative walks and tours around the structure. It gives off a very Gothic and old 'Alcatraz' kind of feel and of course, there are others who are true fans of Shawshank Redemption film that came here just to see the place where some of the scenes were shot. That was really the fun part. Fans even had fun checking out sites outside the reformatory for where the outdoor scenes were shot.

Suffice to say, charter bus tour visitors should try to make a visit during a day when there is plenty of sunshine because the lighting in the building isn't very good so, plenty of sunshine coming in would mean that there are more things that you can see. Enjoy the descriptions and explanations that the tour guide gives you as he or she points out the different places and specific events.

For group gatherings, we hope that your trip can be further enhanced with reliable charter bus Ohio rental services because going in and out of the place together would simply mean there are fewer things to worry about during the trip.