Archives: Things To Do

When you come to Put-in-Bay, there's so much to do on the island itself that it's easy enough to fill a weekend completely neglecting the water. But if you do, you're going to regret it when you go back home to your landlocked life. Spend some time out on our... View More

Perry's Monument - Put-in-Bay's Most Iconic Building During the War of 1812, South Bass Island played host to the Battle of Lake Erie. Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial was established to honor those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie and to celebrate the long-lasting peace among Great... View More

A serene green space right in the heart of downtown Put-in-Bay, DeRivera Park covers over 5 acres of waterfront property. The park is named after South Bass Island's original owner, Joseph DeRivera St. Jurgo. The park is a great place to enjoy some people watching on a sunny summer day.... View More

The Stone Lab has been a freshwater field station since 1895. Then, thirty years later The Ohio State University took ownership of the research facility and the rest is history. Ohio State's Stone Laboratory offers a variety of science, education, and intense research. The most pressing issues facing the Great... View More

The Chocolate Cafe and Museum is one of the yummiest attractions Put-in-Bay has to offer. Chocolate is life, is it not? The story behind chocolate spans over 2000 years, founded in Central and Southern America. It is one of the most sought after flavors on the planet, especially in the... View More

Located directly next to the historic Town Hall and Opera House, lies South Bass Island Historical Museum. Founded in 1975 by Lake Erie Islands Historical Society the museum is still operated by them today. Their mission is to preserve the island's rich history and educate the local community and visitors... View More

Located at Perry’s Cave Family Fun Center, Fort aMaze’n is Put-In-Bay’s premiere giant maze challenge. At the beginning of this brain-teasing attraction, participants are given a passport stamped with their start time, then they are let loose in this larger than life maze. They race against the clock and collect... View More

The Butterfly House at Perry's Cave Family Fun Center is great for the entire family. The Butterfly House covers over 4,000 square feet and is home to over 50 different types of butterflies. Step inside the aviary and you'll be surrounded by these majestic flying insects. The plant life in... View More

Step into the shoes of a prospector from days of old, seeking their fortune! Gemstone Mining at the Perry's Cave Family Fun Center is a completely unique experience. If you've got young ones, it's an outing they'll remember for the rest of their lives. I can say that firsthand. Sifting... View More