Location: Youngstown
Top Things to do in Youngstown
What to do and see in Youngstown, Ohio (OH): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Once a thriving steel town, Youngstown suffered an economic decline immortalized in song by Bruce Springsteen. However, the innovative city has made a comeback, spawning a surge in industry, from software to food to the arts. Dozens of galleries, museums, performance venues and historic sites celebrate the culture of the area. Miles of hiking trails and green spaces offer energetic activities to active travelers. Sports are also highly valued, Youngstown being home to a host of pro athletes.
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1. The Butler Institute of American Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By MidwestKathM - Detroit, United States
The Butler was a perfect choice for two couples meeting up from two different neighboring states and spending some safe time together during these COVID times. We spent nearly 4 hours wandering through the museum, enjoying the art, both contemporary and 19th and 20th century traditional works. Among the traditional artists were Edward Hopper, John Singer Sargent, Winslow Homer, the Wyeths, Norman Rockwell, Albert Bierstadt, Childe Hassam, Gari Melchers, Frederick Frieseke; Vincent Van Gogh, and Georgia O’Keeffe. The Contemporary galleries feature some interesting works, as does the temporary galleries. A gallery of Western art contains mostly portrait paintings by Elbridge Ayer Burbank and Joseph Sharp. Really a fabulous collection! Free admission makes this an ideal place to spend a couple hours or more to see it all. And during these COVID times, entrance to the museum requires a temperature check, mask, and social distancing. Keeping the museum safe and clean was evident from the time we walked in the front door. Kudos also to the museum staff who were all quite friendly and helpful.
2. Fellows Riverside Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 248 reviews
Fellows Riverside Gardens is a free public garden located at the northern end of Mill Creek Park. This twelve-acre display garden features a landscape of remarkable beauty with diverse and colorful plant displays, roses of all classes, seasonal displays of annuals, perennials, flowering bulbs, and scenic vistas. The magnificent D.D. and Velma Davis Education & Visitor Center makes the Gardens a destination for all seasons. Fellows Riverside Gardens is one of Ohio’s finest public gardens and attracts over 400,000 visitors a year.
Reviewed By drjohnrl
Fellows Riverside Gardens is a part of Mill Creek Oark, Youngstown’s Central Park. The Davis Center provides a gift shop and restaurant, as well as meeting rooms and classrooms for their educational programs, and for those strolling through the various seasonal related flower gardens. A must, if you are in the Youngstown area!
3. Mill Creek Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 318 reviews
Ohio's First Park District, established in 1891 by Volney Rogers. From the casual visitor to the local explorer, Mill Creek MetroParks offers a natural escape and recreational activities for the enjoyment of all ages. Come see for yourself. Our mission is to provide park, recreational, and open space facilities of regional significance. In fulfilling this mission our objectives are: To be responsive to community needs, to be environmentally sound, to be adaptable, and to be economically feasible.
Reviewed By 994linday - Frisco, United States
Established in 1891 by Volney Rogers, Mill Creek Park is Ohio’s first park district. It now spans 4500+ acres and includes 3 lakes (Glacier, Newport, Cohasset), historic Lanterman’s Mill, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Ford Nature Center and Mill Creek Golf Course, to name just a few of the park’s highlights. If you love nature, you’ll love Mill Creek Park! I grew up a stone’s throw away from Lake Newport but as a kid took the park’s beauty for granted. It wasn’t until I moved away that I began to appreciate what a gem it truly is. Mill Creek Park is my favorite place to visit whenever I am in the area. Go ahead and explore the winding roads and trails! Beautiful in every season; my favorite is autumn when the trees are ablaze with red, yellow, and orange leaves. See the Mill Creek Metroparks website for help on planning your visit.
4. White House Fruit Farm Inc.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 274 reviews
Reviewed By Rfoos75518
We love to go to the Whitehouse. They are famous for their donuts, made fresh everyday. My favorite is the coconut/chocolate. YUMMY! They have a deli with freshly cut meat and cheese to order, apples grwon on the premisise, fresh produce, in season grown on the premisis, Jellis, and Jams, Specialty tea room, baked goods.. pie, cookies rolls, bread, candy, syrups (many flavors), munchies, fudge, and oh so much more, you have to make a trip to see all there is to see! I frgot to mention in the fall they have wonderful fall weekends with special exibits, and hayrides etc.
5. OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center for Science & Technology
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
OH WOW!'s mission is to foster independent thinking and enrich the lives of all children by creating a welcoming environment where they can develop learning skills and knowledge through the exploration of HANDS-ON exhibits and educational programs which are rooted in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
Reviewed By V4235ALanthonyc
My daughter and I had a great time here there was a lot to do including crafting. Highly recommended.
6. Youngstown Museum Of industry And Labor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By MartyY86 - Gettysburg, United States
Worked out fine with covid procedures in place. We did 2 hours touring. Plenty to see from past to today, Being seniors also brought back memories of times past. Easy to get to - GPS. A big parking lot. Reasonable entrance fee for so very much to see. Glad we did this part of Youngstown.
7. Lanterman's Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By Dashboarddestination - Vernal, United States
I came here in the winter was able to walk around for free. The museum and tours require tickets but you can still visit and hike the gorge without paying for a ticket. It was gorgeous in the winter and I can image it was just as pretty in the summer. Its a great place for families and dates. I had a great time taking pictures and pretty much had the whole place to myself. The history is interesting and its fun to get wheat and grain ground on site.
8. Arms Family Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By J2147VMtimw - Youngstown, United States
Outstanding Christmas display in a gorgeous home. Secondary exhibits highlighting the history of Youngstown/Mahoning Valley are worth seeing. Be sure to travel to the second site, Tyler History Museum, a short drive to downtown which is included in the admission to the Arms Family Museum. NOTE: This is NOT a military or weapons museum, but a historic house museum of one one the area's prominent families.
9. Mr. Darby's Antique & Collectible Emporium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By marciahS1214ZU
I love Mr. Darby's. The clerks, and owners are so nice to talk with, and the store has the neatest items to buy. When I go there I see something that reminds me of memories of being a little girl. Bob the owner is very nice, and his mom is so pleasant when she waits on you. I have never had a problem when shopping there. If you are looking for something very unique stop at Mr. Darby's and check out what they have to offer. You will never be disappointed!!!
10. Boardman Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By BuckeyeBob44471
Awesome place to hike and/or walk through the trails and roadways. During the none winter months a great place to take the kids for the huge playground areas. Pavilions and hall available to rent as well.
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