Midtown Travel Guide
Dayton
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.
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 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.
Cox Arboretum and Gardens Metropark
Take the family on an outing to Cox Arboretum and Gardens Metropark during your trip to Dayton. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
Things to do
Awesome Bar Hunt: Get Your Drink on in Dayton
Top hotels in Midtown
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport
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Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Hotel@Dayton South
Easy last minute booking clean and comfortable room plenty of parking and competitive pricing. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Middletown Franklin
The usual Drury Inn we have come to expect. Everything was great! Note: if booking thru Hotels.com and they have an option for breakfast don’t pay the extra. The hotel staff said that every reservation includes the kickback (drinks and dinner) and breakfast
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Marriott at the University of Dayton
I’ve Stayed at the property many times, nice hotel. Truck was broken into overnight. I was informed this is a regular thing by the authorities. The staff did report it to authorities fast and they were able to stop what would have been GTA. Still a ton of damage and loss of items. I feel like there ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North
Clean, friendly staff. Nice amenities. Will definitely stay again at a Drury Hotel again.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Dayton - Fairborn
Great
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
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.
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.
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.
University Park
While visiting University Park, you might make a stop by sights like Carillon Historical Park and Baujan Field.
Twin Towers
Though Twin Towers may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like America's Packard Museum and Day Air Ballpark.
