Ohio gets its name from an Iroquois phrase that means “Great River” and is known as the “Buckeye State” because of the Buckeye trees that line the Ohio River Valley. Ohio features a number of well-known links in addition to its natural advantages. From Thomas Edison and James Ritty to Hollywood blockbusters like The Shawshank Redemption and Air Force One, the Ohio State Reformatory is one of the state’s most iconic buildings.
The Wright brothers, 24 astronauts, and Neil Armstrong are all from Ohio, which has a long history with aviation. Ohio is a state where nature, history, and fame all come together to make a must-see trip. Here are 10 beautiful landmarks in Ohio that you should not miss.
OHIO STATE HOUSE
OHIO STATE REFORMATORY
NATIONAL VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM
ARMSTRONG AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM
ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME
BRANDYWINE FALLS
OLD MAN’S CAVE
THE CLEVELAND SIGN
THE ROCK HOUSE, Hocking Hills
