Dayton, Ohio Museums Near Our Hotel

The museums in Dayton, Ohio rank among the nation's most celebrated – the result of our dedication to excellence and our prominent place in American history. The next time you visit, plan a restful stay at one of the most affordable full-service Dayton hotels, the Ramada Plaza Dayton, and include a fascinating day at one of these top Dayton museums.

National Museum of the United States Air Force
1100 Spaatz Street
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433
Phone: 937-255-3286
Web site: http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/
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The nation's largest aviation museum has a home right here in Dayton, "The Birthplace of Aviation". The National Museum of the United State Air Force features a vast collection of aerospace artifacts and replicas, including more than 400 actual aerospace vehicles spanning the history of manned flight. The 1909 Wright Military Flyer is a must-see. This Dayton museum is located on the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and is always admission free.

Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
2600 DeWeese Parkway
Dayton, OH 45414
Phone: 937-275-7431
Web site: http://www.boonshoftmuseum.org/
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A must for family vacations in Ohio, the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is one of the favorite children's museums in the country. In fact, it's a whole lot more than that. The Boonshoft is a science museum, planetarium, aquarium and nationally accredited zoo all in one. Don't skip the hi-tech "Science on a Sphere" display. At only $8.50 per adult, the Boonshoft Museum in Dayton is a children's museum that a parent can love.

Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

America's Packard Museum
420 S. Ludlow Street
Dayton, Ohio 45402
Phone: 937-226-1710
Web site: http://www.americaspackardmuseum.org/
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While Dayton is known for flight, it has a proud automotive history as well. Located in the original Packard Dealership Building, now beautifully restored, America's Packard Museum is a stunning tribute to a historic line of luxury sedans and American car culture. The museum features more than 50 classic Packard vehicles from throughout the 60-year run of the series, along with other Packard memorabilia. Admission to the Packard Museum in Dayton is only $6 per person.

Hours: Mon-Fri 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sat-Sun 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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