Location: Xenia
Top Things to do in Xenia
Top 10 Things to do in Xenia, United States
Xenia (/ˈziːnjə/ ZEEN-yə) is a city in and the county seat of Greene County, Ohio, United States. The municipality is located in southwestern Ohio 21 miles (34 km) from Dayton and is part of the Dayton Metropolitan Statistical Area, as well as the Miami Valley region. The name comes from the Greek word Xenia (ξενία), which means "hospitality".
Restaurants in Xenia
1. Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve
Overall Ratings
5 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By Gabe10101 - Lexington, Kentucky
Clifton Gorge is a small but enjoyable park East of Dayton bordering the small hamlet of Clifton. This "Preserve" is small compared to State Parks but still contains about 4 miles of hiking trails that follow the gorge. The Preserve adjoins John Bryan State Park for additional hiking opportunities.
Clifton Gorge has two parking areas. Neither is obvious on maps. TripAdvisor is accurate for the main parking area on 343. There is a second parking lot off Jackson Street in downtown Clifton that offers better access to the highlight of Clifton Gorge - the narrows. Regardless, the whole park is small and can be accessed from either lot. The rim trails are relatively flat, but uneven. The lower gorge trail is very uneven and includes several stairways but maximum elevation change is only about 50 feet.
Several signs describe the gorge's geology and history. Plan for 30 - 90 minutes to explore the Preserve. The Gorge may be more interesting after a heavy rain when water is rushing through the rocks. While in Clifton, check out Clifton Mill and the narrow section of the Gorge behind the mill.
2. National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By LMS0305 - Memphis, Tennessee
The museum is MASSIVE, and there are more planes, military equipment and uniforms, and war artifacts to count. To try to read everything would take hours! The best part about the museum is admission is free! You will definitely get good exercise just walking throughout the space, but prepare for long walks for small kids and those with mobility challenges (I believe there are strollers and scooters available in the lobby) There are several planes in hangar 4, including a few Air Force One, that can be walked through, but the spaces are very narrow, which I can see problematic for larger or older individuals. There are opportunities for flight simulators geared towards older children and adults. My two toddlers (ages 4 and 3) had a great time seeing all the planes, but I wish there were more interactive exhibits/exhibits children could sit in, that would entertain smaller kids. Def recommend for Dayton visitors and history buffs!
3. The Mall at Fairfield Commons
Overall Ratings
4 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By John R - Virginia
A very well maintained outdoor mall with a good mix of retail and restaurants & bars. Just a pleasant place to visit. Go. You'll enjoy yourself.
4. Clifton Mill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By Gabe10101 - Lexington, Kentucky
Clifton Mill has two entries on TripAdvisor - one for the "Attraction" and one for the restaurant. This review is for the attraction. Check other reviews on the excellent restaurant.
Clifton Mill is noted as the oldest business in the Dayton area, having started operations in 1802. I'm not sure how old the building is, but I'm sure that info is available somewhere. At Christmastime, the ground are decorated with thousands of lights. The rest of the year, the light strands remain dormant and are unsightly along the Clifton Gorge banks.
The Mill has a small gift shop. The section of Clifton Gorge behind the Mill is impressive compared to the State Preserve next door. The grounds include a covered bridge, a garden train that was not operating, and some old shops. There is no charge to look around, but you should definitely stop by the restaurant.
5. Greene County Greene Ways
Overall Ratings
5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Tom K
Great bike path especially if you start in Yellow Springs, Ohio. From there, you can go North to Young's Dairy for ice cream and animal petting or South to Xenia station. Very scenic, good facilities, lots of interesting food available in Yellow Springs
6. Glen Helen Nature Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
1000-acre nature preserve with 25 miles of trails. The "Yellow Spring" of which the town takes it's name can be found here.
Reviewed By zxz21 - Dayton, Ohio
Hiked around G H today and throughly enjoyed it. Not very crowded on a Wednesday morning, and got to witness some beautiful scenery. The woman at the nature center was very helpful, and the raptor center is well worth the hike. Crowded on weekends but if you go during the week, you feel that you have the whole place to yourself. $5 parking(entry fee) exact amount helps a lot. Enjoy
7. Great Escape Game
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Each Game is a real‑life escape room adventure for a small group. Work together as a team to escape the room before time runs out. It’s great for groups of friends, family, or coworkers. You’ll solve puzzles, crack codes, find hidden items, and more in order to escape. You have one goal: escape the room in under one hour! We have 3 rooms the Bank Vault, Outbreak room, and Egyptian Tomb!
Reviewed By Amy T
This was my first escape room, but I was with others who had been to several others. This seemed like something grade schoolers would come up with, not a professional business. The others in my group agreed and thought the same. Great game, sad set...MoreAmy, Thank you for your response. This is typically something I would hear people say about my competitors. Never in 15 months has anyone said those sort of things about our business. Are you sure you reviewed the right company?
8. Jackson's Farm Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By DaytonOhio - Clayton
This little strawberry field/farm market is worth a quick visit if you're in the area. They stock a great variety of jellies along with other "homemade/amish type" of foods. They had fresh strawberries to purchase either from the counter or to go into the field and pick yourself. The pick yourself option might make a fun little activity for families with young children.
Bring a cooler, bottle opener, and small knife just in case you make a purchase. You might want to "dig-in" immediately.
We'll stop by again when we go by.
9. Young's Jersey Dairy Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By J5649CFmichaelt - Middletown, Ohio
Would you like one of the most relaxing atmosphere and GREAT food? Look no further. Young's has what you like. Our dinning experience was great. Good service, good food and great atmosphere. I think it resembled a huge barn. Since I grew up in a small farming community, I loved the atmosphere. Will definitely return. Now ranked among my top picks for restaurant. Definitely one of my favorites and will return soon.
10. Bellbrook Canoe Rental
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By dankanfamily - Dayton, Ohio
My brother-in-law and I rented kayaks from this location for my birthday. Folks working here were very helpful and nice. They provide everything you need for a fun experience. We kayaked down the Little Miami River for the 5 mile trip. Really enjoyed our trip. They also rent canoes if you'd rather go that route.
Look forward to doing it again!
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