University Park Travel Guide

Dayton

"Whose gift of powered flight lifted our world forever skyward." A bronze bench tribute to the Wright Brothers.
"Whose gift of powered flight lifted our world forever skyward." A bronze bench tribute to the Wright Brothers.
The Deeds Carillon illuminated for the holidays. An awesome spectacle and an awesomely short-lived road side attraction! The Deeds Carillon, the largest carillon in Ohio had been transformed into the shape of a holiday tree towering 200 feet in the air and glowing with 20,000 white lights. The plan was for the Carillon Tree of Light to be turned on nightly through New Year’s Day and be accompanied by the bells playing a medley of holiday classics on the hour. I went on Sunday night and stood in wonderment of the melodic bells and the strands of light enhancing the already majestic silhouette of the carillon. Overnight, wind gusts in excess of 40 or even 50 miles per hour damaged many of the strands of light. By morning, the damage was such that the display was beyond repair and will now be taken down for the year. Quite a whirlwind tale for the inaugural lighting of the the Deeds Carillon.
The view of the Dayton skyline from Lookout Tower - the highest point in the city - during the Great Dayton Flood of 1913, it became a place of refuge. Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum in Dayton, Ohio, is one of the oldest "garden" cemeteries in the United States. Incorporated in 1842, the cemetery began with 40 acres southeast of Dayton and has been enlarged to its present size of 200 acres.
The Deeds Carillon illuminated for the holidays. An awesome spectacle and an awesomely short-lived road side attraction! The Deeds Carillon, the largest carillon in Ohio had been transformed into the shape of a holiday tree towering 200 feet in the air and glowing with 20,000 white lights. The plan was for the Carillon Tree of Light to be turned on nightly through New Year’s Day and be accompanied by the bells playing a medley of holiday classics on the hour. I went on Sunday night and stood in wonderment of the melodic bells and the strands of light enhancing the already majestic silhouette of the carillon. Overnight, wind gusts in excess of 40 or even 50 miles per hour damaged many of the strands of light. By morning, the damage was such that the display was beyond repair and will now be taken down for the year. Quite a whirlwind tale for the inaugural lighting of the the Deeds Carillon.

Popular places to visit

Gluten free waffles were so yum😋

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.

University of Dayton
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Carillon Historical Park

5/5(2 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Carillon Historical Park, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Dayton. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Carillon Historical Park
A close-up of some moss growing on the beehive monument of Daniel Beckel. With incredible monuments of stone and bronze, historical burial sites and nine state champions trees, Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum in Dayton, Ohio, is one of the oldest "garden" cemeteries in the United States. Incorporated in 1842, the cemetery began with 40 acres southeast of Dayton and has been enlarged to its present size of 200 acres.

Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum

Enjoy an outing to Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum during your stay in Dayton. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.

Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum
National Museum of the United States Air Force which includes aircraft

National Museum of the United States Air Force

5/5(1 review)

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.

National Museum of the United States Air Force
A section of Huffman Prairie, which was where the Wright Brothers perfected their flying machine, is maintained as a natural prairie. The wildflower blooms are incredible all summer!

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.

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
Dayton Art Institute showing a monument and outdoor art

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 Art Institute

Things to do

Awesome Bar Hunt: Get Your Drink on in Dayton

Awesome Bar Hunt: Get Your Drink on in Dayton

Rp207.054
per adult
Awesome Bar Hunt: Get Your Drink on in Dayton
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Top hotels in University Park

Marriott at the University of Dayton

Marriott at the University of Dayton

4 out of 5
1414 South Patterson Boulevard Dayton OH
The price is Rp2.053.992 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
Rp2.053.992
Rp2.392.901 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Staff is helpful, rooms comfortable and clean & updated

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Marriott at the University of Dayton
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport

2 out of 5
20 Rockridge Rd Englewood OH
The price is Rp1.130.537 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
Rp1.130.537
Rp1.317.077 total
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Englewood. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,345 reviews)
Happy with overall experience.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport
Drury Inn & Suites Middletown Franklin

Drury Inn & Suites Middletown Franklin

3 out of 5
3320 Village Drive Franklin OH
The price is Rp1.683.432 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
Rp1.683.432
Rp1.914.903 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Franklin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Everything was clean and comfortable. We were there only 1 night.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Middletown Franklin
Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North

Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North

3 out of 5
6616 Miller Ln Dayton OH
The price is Rp1.683.432 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.683.432
Rp1.961.197 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
All good! I booked for the hot tub but found everything else deserving of praise from the clean room and super friendly staff to the free drink/meal coupons. Good price too!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North
AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton

AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton

3 out of 5
124 MADISON STREET Dayton OH
The price is Rp1.851.960 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.851.960
Rp2.272.277 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (251 reviews)
Great! and friendly staff!

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton
Clarion Inn Fairborn - Dayton near Wright Patterson

Clarion Inn Fairborn - Dayton near Wright Patterson

2.5 out of 5
2500 Paramount Pl Fairborn OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.030.363 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
Rp1.030.363
Rp1.161.734 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairborn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (983 reviews)
Staff was super nice, clean room just wish the poolnwould have been open

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Clarion Inn Fairborn - Dayton near Wright Patterson
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Other neighbourhoods around University Park

Historic Buildings at Carillon Historical Park, Museum in Dayton, Ohio, USA

South Park

Though South Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 2nd Street Market and Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center.

South Park
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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.

Midtown
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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.

Shroyer Park
Fifth and Jackson St in the Oregon district in Dayton Ohio UAS 2023

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.

Oregon District
Witches Tower in Dayton Ohio

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 2nd Street Market.

Walnut Hills
Carillon Bell Tower with Christmas Lights at Night, Horizontal, HDR

Twin Towers

Though Twin Towers may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and 2nd Street Market.

Twin Towers

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