Location: Wheeling
Top Things to do in Wheeling
6 Things to do Good for Kids in Wheeling That You Shouldn't Miss
Wheeling is a city in Ohio and Marshall counties in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Located almost entirely in Ohio County, of which it is the county seat, it lies along the Ohio River in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Wheeling was originally a settlement in the British colony of Virginia and later an important city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Wheeling was the first state capital of West Virginia. Due to its location along major transportation routes, including the Ohio River, National Road, and the B&O Railroad, Wheeling became a manufacturing center in the late nineteenth century. After experiencing the closing of factories and substantial population loss following World War II, Wheeling's major industries now include healthcare, education, law and legal services, entertainment and tourism, and energy.
Restaurants in Wheeling
1. The Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
Housed in a restored Victorian school, The Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum boasts an impressive collection of tens of thousands toys and trains.
Reviewed By KathyC615
This museum is so much fun and contains so many toys from years ago. The owners are very pleasant and try to make your visit a fun adventure. The gift shop has some really neat and different items for sale at very reasonable prices.
2. Suspension Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 243 reviews
Reviewed By Biss1100 - East Palestine, United States
The suspension bridge was a very interesting engineering piece of history and has a lot of interesting information associated with it.
3. WesBanco Arena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Dropsojup - Shreve, United States
The parking for this arena is very convenient. the building itself is clean and the workers were all very kind and helpful as it was our first time there to see a hockey game. We had a great time at a good price. Will definitely be back again.
4. Wheeling Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By JoniS704 - Bridgeville, United States
Hubby and I wanted to enjoy our take-out lunch and stopped at the park. It is incredibly lovely with a small lake, ducks and picnic tables to sit and enjoy the view. There is plenty of parking so you can walk around and get your exercise. In addition, we learned of their indoor pool and skating rink. golf course as well so it's a park that can be enjoyed year round. What a great place to visit. It was a good time for us since the leaves were turning and the sight was incredible.
5. Oglebay Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 965 reviews
Reviewed By JanetC317
Oglebay offers beautiful scenery year round. There are 3 golf courses and a driving range. Winter features The Festival of Lights, skiing, and sledding. Wilson Lodge and several cabins can accommodate an individual or large groups. There are excellent restaurants within the park, and many others nearby. We live nearby and take advantage of many of the parks offerings.
6. Oglebay Good Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 283 reviews
Home to 50 species of animals, 20 of which are rare or endangered, the Good Zoo is the only institution in the state of West Virginia accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
Reviewed By 657kristij - Hilliard, United States
This is a small zoo and the main building is worth the price of admission for the red pandas, prairie dogs, lemurs, tarapins, sloth, crazy fast armadillo and the creepy cute naked mole rats. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. It's a pretty place to walk around and see animals. Very well kept. We went back at night and enjoyed the laser light show to music for the holidays.
