South Dayton Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cinemark Dayton South 16
You can take time to visit Cinemark Dayton South 16 during your travels to Dayton.
Things to do
Dayton Bar Hunt: Get Your Drink on in Dayton
Top hotels in South Dayton
Extended Stay America Suites Dayton South
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Motel 6 - Dayton, OH
Yes felt very safe,staff was awesome we will be back clean room only thing is the heater was so loud other then that everything was fine
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Dayton South/Miamisburg
This was a nice property to stay while visiting my family in Centerville.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Dayton - Miamisburg
Beds to small
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport
Clean room, free breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Tru by Hilton Huber Heights
Nice rooms! Good breakfast! Friendly check in/out service! 24 gym!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Dayton
Shanersville
If you're spending some time in Shanersville, Dayton Mall Shopping Center and Poelking Lanes South are top sights worth seeing.
University Park
While visiting University Park, you might make a stop by sights like Carillon Historical Park and Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum.
Shroyer Park
While Shroyer Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and Carillon Historical Park.
Belmont
While there might not be top attractions in Belmont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and Fraze Pavillion.
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 Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center and Victoria Theater.
Walnut Hills
Though Walnut Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and Dayton Theatre Guild.
