City/town information
Delaware County is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Ohio. It is a frequent placeholder on the List of highest-income counties in the United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 214,124. Its county seat is Delaware. The county was formed in 1808 from Franklin County, Ohio.
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Delaware
Delaware County is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Ohio. It is a frequent placeholder on the List of highest-income counties in the United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 214,124. Its county seat is Delaware. The county was formed in 1808 from Franklin County, Ohio.
Sightseeing
The Olentangy Indian Caverns are a series of caves, natural passages and rooms occupying three different levels. The caverns were formed millions of years ago by an underground river that cut through the limestone rock. They were used by the Wyandotte Indians as a refuge from the weather and from their enemies the Delaware Indians. Artifacts found in the caverns indicate that it was used by the Wyandotte as late as 1810. The Olentangy Indian Caverns are located at 1779 Home Road, Delaware, Ohio and are open seasonally for tours.
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Olentangy Indian Caverns
1779 Home RdThe Olentangy Indian Caverns are a series of caves, natural passages and rooms occupying three different levels. The caverns were formed millions of years ago by an underground river that cut through the limestone rock. They were used by the Wyandotte Indians as a refuge from the weather and from their enemies the Delaware Indians. Artifacts found in the caverns indicate that it was used by the Wyandotte as late as 1810. The Olentangy Indian Caverns are located at 1779 Home Road, Delaware, Ohio and are open seasonally for tours.
Alum Creek Lake is a man-made reservoir located in Delaware County, Ohio, United States. It was built in 1974, covers 5 square miles, and has a maximum capacity of 134,815 acre-feet.
Alum Creek
Alum Creek Lake is a man-made reservoir located in Delaware County, Ohio, United States. It was built in 1974, covers 5 square miles, and has a maximum capacity of 134,815 acre-feet.
Delaware County Historical Society
2690 Stratford RoadLearn the history of the area and see remnants of bygone years.
Perkins Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Delaware, Ohio. It is owned and operated by Ohio Wesleyan University. In 1931 it had the third largest telescope in the World; the 69 inch aperture Perkins telescope came online at this observatory. The mirror was the largest cast in the United States up to that time, and it was made by the United States National Bureau of Standards. In the 1930s this observatory also started periodic document release called The Telescope, featuring results from the telescope but grew to include other astronomical information. The University partnered with Ohio State University in 1935, to help run the big telescope and the agreement lasted for almost seven decades. In the 1960s the telescope was moved to Arizona, USA for better viewing conditions, and fitted with new larger mirror.
Perkins Observatory
3199 Columbus PikePerkins Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Delaware, Ohio. It is owned and operated by Ohio Wesleyan University. In 1931 it had the third largest telescope in the World; the 69 inch aperture Perkins telescope came online at this observatory. The mirror was the largest cast in the United States up to that time, and it was made by the United States National Bureau of Standards. In the 1930s this observatory also started periodic document release called The Telescope, featuring results from the telescope but grew to include other astronomical information. The University partnered with Ohio State University in 1935, to help run the big telescope and the agreement lasted for almost seven decades. In the 1960s the telescope was moved to Arizona, USA for better viewing conditions, and fitted with new larger mirror.
The Richard M. Ross Museum of Art is located on Sandusky Street on the campus of Ohio Wesleyan University and has a wide display of interesting art.
Richard Ross Museum of Art
60 South Sandusky StreetThe Richard M. Ross Museum of Art is located on Sandusky Street on the campus of Ohio Wesleyan University and has a wide display of interesting art.
Blend of Seven Winery
1400 Stratford RoadTake a tour or just stop in for a glass of red or white.
Local Parks
Wide open park with playground, walking trails, city pool open in summer and a recreation facility. Softball diamonds and soccer fields.
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Mingo Park
500 E Lincoln AveWide open park with playground, walking trails, city pool open in summer and a recreation facility. Softball diamonds and soccer fields.
Park with a playground & fishing pond, picnic tables/shelter, basketball courts and pickle ball.
Blue Limestone Park
6 King AvePark with a playground & fishing pond, picnic tables/shelter, basketball courts and pickle ball.
Veterans Park Splash Pad
1121 S Houk RdLarge park with playground and splashpad.
Large green area near downtown with displays from local artists. Hosts special events throughout the year.
Boardman Arts Park
154 W William StLarge green area near downtown with displays from local artists. Hosts special events throughout the year.
Great place with friendly people. Kids will especially enjoy the farm house and the people there depicting living styles of yesteryear. Across the road is a greenspace with walking trails.
Gallant Farm
2150 Buttermilk Hill RdGreat place with friendly people. Kids will especially enjoy the farm house and the people there depicting living styles of yesteryear. Across the road is a greenspace with walking trails.
Lake, fishing, boating on a reservoir providing camping opportunities, walking trails, disc golf and a public beach. Access main park entrance off of US- 23 North
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Delaware State Park
5202 Downing RdLake, fishing, boating on a reservoir providing camping opportunities, walking trails, disc golf and a public beach. Access main park entrance off of US- 23 North
Food scene
1808 American Bistro
29 E Winter StFine dining and cocktails tailored to adults.
Local favorite, unique dining experience with old fashioned seating set-up and basic food items. Best place in town for Cinnamon rolls!
Hamburger Inn Diner
16 N Sandusky StLocal favorite, unique dining experience with old fashioned seating set-up and basic food items. Best place in town for Cinnamon rolls!
Old Dog Alehouse & Brewery
13 W William StFarm to table options, craft beers and cocktails. Outdoor patio.
Delaware, Ohio landmark, serving delicious homestyle food since first opening in 1864. New outdoor/covered bar and dining.
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Bun's Restaurant
14 W Winter St Delaware, Ohio landmark, serving delicious homestyle food since first opening in 1864. New outdoor/covered bar and dining.
Drop in family restaurant with full bar, best known for hamburgers and unique decore.
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Son of Thurman Delaware
5 N Sandusky StDrop in family restaurant with full bar, best known for hamburgers and unique decore.
Fabulous dining and extensive selection of fine bourbon or whiskey/scotch. Great atmosphere and front patio seating.
Opa Grill & Tavern
18 S Sandusky StFabulous dining and extensive selection of fine bourbon or whiskey/scotch. Great atmosphere and front patio seating.
Whether it's a morning expresso or afternoon this is the place. Fine pastries and great Gelato.
Ciao Cafe
2 N Sandusky StWhether it's a morning expresso or afternoon this is the place. Fine pastries and great Gelato.
J. Gumbo's Delaware County
39 East William StreetFine Cajun and Louisiana food with flare.
BEST BBQ hands-down...take out only and well worth the trip. Ask Jimmy G for recommendations.
Red Door BBQ Delaware
409 London RoadBEST BBQ hands-down...take out only and well worth the trip. Ask Jimmy G for recommendations.
Longtime ice cream shop, also offers food - one of the last places to get a Foot-Log Hotdog!
Dari Point
303 East Winter StreetLongtime ice cream shop, also offers food - one of the last places to get a Foot-Log Hotdog!
Dairy Depot
390 North Sandusky StreetLocal walk-up ice cream stand, offers food as well.
Pizza, craft beer, cocktails and outdoor patio on the main intersection of town.
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Amato's Woodfired Pizza
6 S Sandusky StPizza, craft beer, cocktails and outdoor patio on the main intersection of town.