Put-in-Bay Offers Interesting Things to Do and Explore

Put-in-Bay village is in the South Bass Island, Ohio. It is a popular recreational destination with multiple things to see and do. You can explore the museum and the historical places comfortably by renting a golf cart. 

Golf cart rental during your stay

Golf carts are the most preferred way of transportation in Put-in-Bay. They are available in different seating capacities for 2 to 8 passengers. The golf carts are gas-powered and you can easily rent them on an hourly basis, for a day, overnight or extended stay. 

You will need a driver’s license and all the regular traffic laws and rules are applicable when driving a golf cart rental. You can learn more about the rules and regulations regarding the golf cart rental on https://www.visitputinbay.org/golf-cart-rental/. Make sure that you reserve your golf cart in advance, even if the service providers have more than 1000 golf carts. In the summers, you may not find one available.

Things to see

  • Heinemann Winery is the oldest, dating back to the year 1888. Winemaking is an ancient tradition from the moment Heinemann realized that Bass Island enjoyed a long frost-free period due to Lake Erie’s tempering effect. You can tour the vineyards and enjoy wine sample tasting as well as cheese in the spectacular wine gardens.
  • You can learn about the wine-making process at Dollar House Estate along with a glass of Moscato and Merlot. The winery was established in 2009 and includes a wine garden, a store, and a winery exhibition. 
  • For more than a century, the Ohio State Stone Lab has been researching on freshwater, and today the water in the lake has improved. Via water taxi, you can visit the Stone Labs main campus on Gibraltar Island.
  • Lake Erie Island houses the Historical Museum, which is a must-visit place. It tells a story of how the British army which was defeated in 1812 by Commodore Perry in the Lake Erie Battle. 
  • The Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center fascinates kids as well as offers a lot of valuable information. They learn a lot about the variety of flora and fauna found on Lake Erie Island. The museum exhibits wildlife, and you can also explore two caves, butterfly gardens, a natural trail, and a frog pond.
  • Perry’s Cave is a natural limestone site and is Ohio’s natural landmark. It is situated 52 ft. below the surface of the earth and has an underground lake. 
  • For some adventure, visit the Perry cave’s Family Fun Center. The complex holds fun for everyone. Adults and kids are entertained alike. Climb the Rockwall, spend a day in gemstone mining activities, Fort aMaze challenges etc. 
  • Stroll across the Butterfly Museum. There are more than 50 butterfly species that you will observe flying around. You can even encounter rare species like the Dead Leaf, Paper Kite, and Mosaic. 
  • Outdoor green expanse at the DeRivera Park, Scheeff East Point Preserve, Oak Point State Park, Massie Cliffside Preserve, Wildflower trails, Dodge Woods preserve, and Alfred Parker Park. 

Activities to enjoy in Put-in-Bay

  • Play golf at the War of 18 holes or Saunders Golf Course
  • Paddleboarding on Bayview Avenue
  • Rent a charter and go fishing
  • Kayaking on the Bay
  • Parasailing over the Lake Erie
  • Jet skiing
  • BiPlane Rides
  • Helicopter Rides
  • Raceway

There is a lot more than the things to do and see mentioned above. Put-in-Bay is worth a summer tour! For the best Put-In-Bay Island Guide to plan you next vacation, you can visit https://www.putinbay.org/. You will even find other related information like things to see, the best hotels, activities to enjoy, and more on this website.