Grafton Hill Travel Guide
Dayton
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Popular places to visit
Dayton Art Institute
With exceptional special exhibits and an impressive permanent collection, it is easy to see why Dayton’s fine arts museum is such a popular destination.
University of Dayton
Explore the campus of University of Dayton during your trip to Dayton. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
National Museum of the United States Air Force
From a replica of the Wright brothers’ original plane to high-tech stealth bombers, there are hundreds of unique aircraft to explore at this museum in Dayton, Ohio.
Day Air Ballpark
Catch an event at Day Air Ballpark during your trip to Dayton. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
After visiting Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dayton. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
University of Dayton Arena
Catch an event at University of Dayton Arena during your trip to Dayton. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Awesome Bar Hunt: Get Your Drink on in Dayton
Top hotels in Grafton Hill
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport
Lots of breakfast choices. Staff nice.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Marriott at the University of Dayton
The Breakfast was great, room and amenities excellent. I ate dinner at the bar, and the food was wonderful as well. The wine options could be better. Sara the bar team was excellent, and Mark of the front desk was a delight and kept the water filled. I will return and stay on my next visit.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Hotel@Dayton South
Everything here was clean, staff was competent and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North
Meals and pool
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Dayton - Fairborn
The hotel is clean and is going thru renovations. They have painted the hotel inside and out with new inviting colors. Newly painted with new carpeting and curtains in the rooms as well. They have upgraded the bath toiletries that are very nice. Free breakfast offers a variety of beverages, bacon ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dayton Downtown
Fantastic location, cross the street from a minor league baseball park (High A level) with restaurants and bars around the park. Clean room and great coffee in the morning!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grafton Hill
Downtown Dayton
Unique features of Downtown Dayton include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center or Victoria Theater while you're exploring the area.
Five Points
Though Five Points may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like America's Packard Museum and Paul Laurence Dunbar House.
Oregon District
Oregon District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Belle of Dayton Distillery and Dayton Theatre Guild.
McCook Field
If you're spending some time in McCook Field, Kettering Field and Mad River are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown
While Midtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like America's Packard Museum and Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center.
South Park
Though South Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like America's Packard Museum and Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center.
