Put-in-Bay Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
Village in Ottawa County, Ohio, United States
About Put-in-Bay
The primary industry of Put-in-Bay is tourism. The tourist season runs roughly between April and October. There are approximately 500 full-time South Bass Island residents, most of whom remain on the island over the winter. Supplies and perishables are flown to the island during the winter months along with the mail, parcels and bank employees who staff the island's only bank (for one day a week) until the spring. The island has a single school that is used for all classes – grades kindergarten through 12 – and also serves the educational requirements of the residents of nearbyMiddle BassandNorth Bassislands.
Top Attractions in Put-in-Bay
Explore the best things to see and do in Put-in-Bay:
- ★Crystal Cave
- ★DeRivia Park
- ★Kayak the Bay
- ★Ohio State's Stone Laboratory
- ★Perry's Cave Family Fun Center
- ★Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial
- ★Put-in-Bay Tour Train
Where to Eat in Put-in-Bay
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Chicken Patio
- 🍴The Boardwalk
- 🍴The Boathouse Bar & Grill
- 🍴Topsy Turvey
Where to Stay in Put-in-Bay
- 🏨Bird's Nest Resort
- 🏨Grand Islander Hotel
- 🏨Islander Inn
- 🏨Put-in-Bay Waterfront Condos
- 🏨South Bass Island State Park
- 🏨The Commodore Resort
Put-in-Bay Travel Guide Sections
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