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From world-famous attractions and unique special events to unforgettable restaurants, top-rated golf courses and a quaint historic district, Dublin, Ohio offers year-round activity for leisure visitors. Dublin's great Midwest location, easy access and safe, suburban community setting make it ideal for a weekend getaway for families. What is there to see and do in "Ohio's Emerald City?"
KIDSTUFF: The many kid-friendly activities and facilities offered at SportsOhio, team up with additional attractions designed just for pint-sized Dublin visitors. Perhaps the world's most recognized zoo director, Jungle Jack Hanna, made the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium famous - a well-deserved reputation. A spectacular natural setting on the banks of the Scioto River, one of the finest wildlife collections, award-winning breeding programs and an unforgettable manatee exhibit make this zoo worth the trip. Little ones love the "Stings, Wings & Play Things" play area, getting face-to-face with manatees, kangaroos, Lorikeets and many other animals.
Right next door, Six Flags Wyandot Lake Adventure Park offers more than 60 wet and dry attractions including nine towering, twisting water slides, Christopher's Island, A 4 -1/2- story tower of water wizardry, a million-gallon wave pool, go-karts, classic theme-park rides and much more. Take in a "Dive In" movie, ride a roller coaster or picnic in the park.
FIELDS OF GREEN: Dublin is home to an impressive list of world-class sporting events, golf courses and sports complexes, offering a field of dreams to sports fanatics. Each June, the course that Jack (Nicklaus) built - the spectacular Muirfield Village Golf Club, plays host to the Memorial Tournament. For play, the Dublin area offers many outstanding public courses featuring complete Golf/Hotel Packages, starting at just $89 per person/per night. The LPGA Wendy's Championship for Children is held at Tartan Fields Golf Course, and brings the top women golfers to town each August.
A seemingly endless index of sports facilities make up the one-of-a-kind SportsOhio complex, including: the Chiller, a dual-surface skating facility; Soccer First, a facility boasting three full-size and two practice fields indoors, plus 10 outdoor soccer fields; FieldSports, an all-new indoor lacrosse facility; Midwest Gymnastics and Cheerleading; The Golf Center; and PowerPlay, featuring miniature golf, a heated driving range, batting cages, a Can-Am Raceway, sand volleyball, a game room and concessions.
WHEN YOU'RE HERE, YOU'RE IRISH: Laid out by natives of Dublin, Ireland, this stateside Dublin keeps true to its Celtic roots. From the authentic Irish pub - The Brazenhead, to the huge annual Dublin Irish Festival held each August (named one of the "Top 100 Events in North America in 2005" by the ABA), to a wonderful St. Patrick's Day Celebration and Celtic shops, Dublin offers much more than a taste of the old country.
ONE-OF-A KIND PUBLIC ART: From the human-sized cement ears of corn that seem to sprout from one Dublin field to the copper "Watch House" which pays tribute to area Indian history, the Dublin Arts Council's public art collection is recognized by international visitors and media, alike. Art in Public Places includes two breathtaking sculptures that mark the region's rich Native American history. "Leatherlips," a 12-foot-high sculpture crafted of local limestone, pays homage to the proud Wyandot Indian chief who lived in the area and was executed near the site of the sculpture. A bigger-than-life sculpture of Jack Nicklaus depicts the Golden Bear tutoring a young golfer. "Going, Going, Gone," salutes baseball.
SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP: Dublin is close to some of the best shopping in the Midwest. From the unique shops of Historic Dublin to the Mall at Tuttle Crossing, Dublin offers a shopper's paradise. Plus, Dublin is just minutes from regional shopping meccas - Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Perched on the banks of the mighty Scioto River, Dublin's natural beauty has been carefully preserved through skillful planning. More than 1,000 acres of parkland and 56 miles of integrated bike paths offer visitors a myriad of options for enjoying the great outdoors. From parks that cater to the area's passion for soccer, softball and other team sports, to wetlands, fishing ponds and bike paths, Dublin is the ideal spot for a nature hike, a picnic, a bike ride, roller-blading or a leisurely stroll.
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