Itineraries

Featured Itinerary

Outdoor Activities in the Heritage Area

Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure along the Great Miami Riverway, home to the nation’s largest paved trail network and Ohio’s first National Water Trail. From scenic outdoor activities to fascinating aviation heritage sites, this itinerary is your perfect guide to exploring the best of the region.

View Itinerary

Featured Itinerary

Day Trip to the Wright-Dunbar Neighborhood

Explore Wright-Dunbar, where Dayton’s history is as diverse as its people, from aviation pioneers to cultural icons. This neighborhood invites you to experience the stories and landmarks that shaped a city.

View Itinerary

Featured Itinerary

Exploring the WWII Legacy of the Heritage Area

Did you know that Montgomery County is designated as an American World War II Heritage City? An American World War II Heritage City is a recognition that is given to one jurisdiction from each state and spotlights that city’s historic contributions to the World War II home front war effort and their preservation achievements in the area. From historic landmarks to memorials honoring those who served, these sites share the region’s lasting connection to WWII.

View Itinerary

Featured Itinerary

Your Guide to Flying Into the Heritage Area

Ready to explore aviation history? This guide highlights the best airports to fly into for easy access to Dayton’s iconic aviation sites, museums, and historic airfields. Whether you prefer a commercial hub or a charming grass-strip airfield, your aviation adventure begins here!

View Itinerary

Featured Itinerary

Dayton’s Oppenheimer Connection

The Christopher Nolan movie Oppenheimer provides the backdrop to Dayton, Ohio's role in the larger Manhattan Project.

View Itinerary

A Day Trip to: WACO Field

Spend the day or make it a weekend adventure exploring Historic WACO Field and Aircraft Company and the many other things to do and places to visit around the Air Museum.

View Itinerary

A Day Trip to: The National Museum of the United States Air Force

Embarking on a day trip to the National Museum of the US Air Force is an experience that takes visitors on a remarkable journey through time, unveiling the captivating stories of aviation, space exploration, and the brave individuals who shaped history

View Itinerary

10 Spots To Grab Coffee or A Bite To Eat Near NAHA Sites

If you didn’t know any better – you’d think that aviation, coffee, and great food go hand in hand since there are so many great locations to get a cup of joe and a bite to eat either at, or close to many of the NAHA sites.

View Itinerary

10 Activities To Do During The Colder Months

Are you itching to get out of the house? As we all know, winters in Ohio can get chilly and depressing, but why let the season fly by when you can still get out and pass the time without jet setting to warmer climates. Summer is filled with BBQs, boat rides, and outdoor adventures, but we have no doubts you can make memories and have just as much learning, creating, and playing both inside and out.

View Itinerary

5 Places to add to your itinerary the next time you have out of town visitors

There is no need to worry about finding something for you and your guests to do during their next visit. Here are 5 recommendations for when you're looking to create memories, have some fun, and show your out of town visitors the amazing historic attractions that are in your neck of the woods.

View Itinerary

7 Must Visit Historic Restaurants in the National Aviation Heritage Area

Historic restaurants part of our shared tradition and an essential part of any visit to the National Aviation Heritage Area in West Central Ohio.

View Itinerary

Full Day Adventure in Wapakoneta Ohio and Surroundings

Perfect for a day trip or roadside rest as you drive North on I-75 to that state above Ohio, the Armstrong Air and Space Museum and the City of Wapakoneta has what you need for an hour or a day. Let's go!

View Itinerary

8 Must-See Places in the National Aviation Heritage Area

You're a person of many talents and many interests. Never one to stop learning, you want to explore all there is to see in every possible way. This trip was built for you. Welcome to the National Aviation Heritage Area sampler. On this vacation, we don't take you just to the world's largest military aviation museum. We take you flying, surfing, screaming, and munching.

View Itinerary

Things You Can Build in the Heritage Area

Get your hands dirty. These planes and ideas don't fly themselves, you know. At least not yet - but maybe you're working on that invention?

View Itinerary

Aviation Beer Trail

This trip goes way beyond airline pretzels and plastic beer cups. Ohio loves its aviation and its craft beer. From engineering principles to famous Daytonians (like the guy who invented the pop tab), the beers on this itinerary are sure to teach you a little bit about our region while also delighting your palette. Go ahead, buy a flight. 

View Itinerary