Things To Do & Put-in-Bay Island Attractions
Exploring Put-in-Bay Ohio By Golf Cart
Just under an hour west of Cleveland, Ohio, you’ll find one of the most unique destinations in the United States. Hop on the Miller Ferry from Port Clinton or the Jet Express from Sandusky, and after a scenic 20-minute ride across Lake Erie, you’ll arrive on South Bass Island, home to Put-in-Bay, Ohio! One of the first things you’ll notice is the roads, where golf carts share space with regular passenger vehicles. A Put-in-Bay golf cart rental is the best way to experience everything that Put-in-Bay, the crown jewel of the Lake Erie Islands, has to offer.
We cram a lot of incredible things to do onto our little island. The first stop for most visitors should be our most visible attraction, Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial, affectionately known as “the monument.” This massive Doric column commemorates American, British, and Canadian soldiers who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. It is the fifth tallest memorial structure in America and dominates the downtown Put-in-Bay landscape. Sightseeing from the observation deck is an essential part of any visit to Put-in-Bay.
We also have not one, but two can’t-miss caves. Perry’s Cave takes you five stories below the surface to see an amazing and rare underground lake, connected by an as-of-yet undiscovered channel to the surrounding waters of Lake Erie. Perry’s Cave Family Fun Center is also home to the Butterfly House, which houses hundreds of unique butterfly species, Fort Amaze’n, and the Antique Car Museum. Right across the street, you’ll find Crystal Cave, the world’s largest geode!
Take Your Put-in-Bay Golf Cart All Over South Bass Island
Put-in-Bay is an island getaway that has something for everyone. It’s not just downtown Put-in-Bay that draws crowds from all over the Midwest. Enjoy kayaking and jet skiing on beautiful Lake Erie, or play a round of golf at Saunders Golf Course. Treat yourself to an ice cream cone and climb a rock wall. Take flight with a helicopter or biplane ride from the Put-in-Bay Airport. Savor some wine at the Put-in-Bay Winery or Heineman’s Winery (or both!) and watch stunning sunsets over the water at South Bass Island State Park!
And that’s just the beginning. The amazing Put-in-Bay restaurants and bars are a major attraction. It’s no wonder that Put-in-Bay hotels are booked solid every summer weekend; DeRivera Park, the Chocolate Museum, and the Boardwalk are always packed with visitors; and gemstone mining, mini golf, parasailing, and putt-putt are filled with kids and parents. All of this is available on our island that’s only a few square miles in size. We really pack it all in! So hop into your Put-in-Bay golf cart rental and explore the Key West of the Midwest in style!