Things to do
Time for Adventure: Travel Ideas + Inspiration
Posted on Jan 27
Spark your travel flame with this guide to some of Butler County's unique adventures!
For more inspiration, check out the 2025 Butler County Insider Guide
Below you can find 20+ adventures perfect for a road trip, weekend getaway, or a family vacation— from the great outdoors to indoor activities, and even those picture-perfect destinations. Time to make your travel plans!
Opt Outside
Nothing compares to a day in the great outdoors! Pack your bags and prep for an incredible adventure.
1763 Hamilton Cleves Road | Hamilton, OH
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum features over 400 acres of beautiful natural scenery and monumental art in nature. The park's scenic setting provides a peaceful getaway while you explore and admire over 80 monumental sculptures. A portion of the park, known as Fortified Hill, is a 2,000 year old Hopewell cultural site. Pyramid Hill is the perfect place for a walk, picnic, and art gazing.
6484 Morning Sun Road | Oxford, OH
Find majestic horses in an idyllic setting. Take to the trails of this family farm and unwind with a relaxing horseback ride. Judy and her team expertly match each rider with a horse perfect in temperament and pace.
201 Joe Nuxhall Way | Fairfield, OH
No boat? No problem! Experience the rush of wakeboarding at the Midwest's only cable wake park. Newbies to advanced riders, all are welcome. If you're not able to ride, check out the new aqua park and floating playground, perfect for ages 6 and up.
1816 Old Oxford Road | Hanover Township, OH
Enjoy a classic twist on seeing all the most recent movie releases at this drive-in movie theater! The Holiday Auto Theater is a staple of Butler County that has been treating audiences to double features from the comfort of their own car, for over sixty years.
1711 Run Way | Middletown, OH
Are you ready to take the leap? Start Skydiving is the number one rated drop zone in the region and a great place to skydive for both experienced jumpers and first-timers. The professional staff helps more than 7,000 first-time jumpers a year experience the thrill of free fall. This is your year!
2840 Tylersville ROAD | Hamilton, OH
Blackberries: delectable morsels of sweet summer goodness. Come explore the patch and pick your own perfectly ripened fruit at this organic farm. Make sure to say hi to the resident goats while you're there.
8762 Thomas Road | Middletown, OH
Bounce, slide, and soak up the sun at Butler County's largest water park. Whether you choose to enjoy the floating obstacle course or glide along on a stand-up paddle board, this is the place to cool down and gear up for summer.
Indoor Pursuits
Looking for some indoor options? Here are our top picks for a perfect day indoors.
JUNGLE JIM'S INTERNATIONAL MARKET
5440 Dixie Highway | Fairfield, OH
Jungle Jim's is the ultimate foodie paradise! Explore 6.5 acres of food under one roof, where you can shop over 200,000 products from over 70 different countries— 150 different olive oils, 1,200 hot sauces, 1,400 cheeses, 15,000 wines, a bakery, and so much more. Along the way, marvel at singing robotic characters and theatrical decor galore.
NATIONAL VOICE OF AMERICA MUSEUM OF BROADCASTING
8070 Tylersville Road | West Chester, OH
The former home of the Voice of America Bethany Station now features displays relating to the history of the Voice of America; broadcast history in the region; the development of radio technology; and on-going amateur radio communications. The building once housed advanced radio communication technology known to the world, allowing for the broadcast news and entertainment to countries around the world. Tours of the facility are available and groups are welcome.
113 N 3rd Street | Hamilton, OH
Play over 40 different pinball machines and arcade games at Pinball Garage. Order a drink from the full service bar while you play— Pinball Garage has 24 beers on draft as well as a food menu. This is a great spot for the whole family to have fun. Popular pinball games include Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and The Twilight Zone.
4814 Peter PlACE | West Chester, OH
Whirling wood and metal fly towards lumber targets. Who will be declared the Lumberlord?
7518 Bales Street | Liberty Township, OH
Evenings complete with tasty food, good drinks, and lots of laughs. Check their website for the upcoming acts and events perfect for a family event, night out with friends, or date night.
1050 Central Avenue | Middletown, OH
Create your own masterpiece at this one-of-a-kind glass art studio. Owner and instructor, John Ferrando also features a variety of his unique works in the gallery.
610 S Oak Street | Oxford, OH
Indoor public skating that's fun for all ages. This state-of-the-art facility also hosts fun events and public skating sessions all year long.
7689 Warehouse Row | Liberty Township, OH
Get off your feet and soar! Step into a smooth column of air and... you're indoor skydiving! Flyers are paired with an instructor to teach them the art of the indoor skydive inside the wind tunnel.
RICHARD & CAROLE COCKS ART MUSUEM
801 S Patterson Avenue | Oxford, OH
Be inspired at this museum featuring five ever-changing galleries, and more than 10,000 objects in their permanent collection. The surrounding outdoor area features a sculpture park with new works always being added.
7172 Cincinnati Dayton Road | West Chester, OH
Nine different attractions under one roof like exhilarating laser tag, a space themed escape room, and all-around fun. Our favorite? The go-karts!
Picture Perfect
Encompassing a variety of creative adventures, experience the eclectic arts scene throughout Butler County.
Hamilton, OH
Explore the city of Hamilton and experience beautiful outdoor murals, all with their own unique story. There are 20 large wall murals, and 17 utility box murals throughout the city. The StreetSpark program creates high quality art, provides opportunities for local artists, and enhances the visual appeal of Hamilton.
Liberty Center | Liberty Township, OH
Liberty Center features two magical murals painted by a world-renowned muralist. Kelsey's whimsical style offers interactive photo opportunities so you can join the inspirational #WhatLiftsYou movement.
JAMMIN' MURAL
Governor's Square | Middletown, OH
A lively musical mural doubles as the perfect backdrop for the Governor's Square in Downtown Middletown. Admire the colorful scene and relax alongside the peaceful, flowing fountain before heading across the street to explore the Pendleton Art Center.
Oxford, OH
The Hive Mural is a vibrant and colorful piece of art celebrating Oxford's unique history with beekeeping. Lorenzo Langstroth, “The Father of American Beekeeping,” invented the Langstroth hive which revolutionized the honey industry while living in Oxford.
1300 Hunter Road | Fairfield, OH
Make your way up to the park's scenic overlook for a birds-eye view of Fairfield, or hit the nature trails and regionally-renowned biking trails.
BURWINKEL FARMS SUNFLOWER FIELD
4359 Hamilton Cleves Road | Ross, OH
The golden hues of a stunning sunflower field in the fall make a beautiful backdrop for those perfect photos. This farm has been family-owned and operated for more than 100 years! The sunflower field typically blooms in late August–September.
6611 River Road | Fairfield, OH
Not just a pup paradise! Bring your furry best friend and you'll discover an impressive view overlooking the Great Miami River.