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Marietta-Washington County

119 Greene Street · Marietta, OH

Why you should go…

The Marietta-Washington County Convention and Visitors Bureau has promoted travel to southern Ohio's Marietta area since 1962. Marietta, founded in 1788 as Ohio's first permanent settlement, offers historic sites such as Campus Martius Museum, the Ohio River Museum and The Castle. The CVB provides visitor guides, maps and trip-planning resources for the region.

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Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.