Downtown Bellefontaine
Plan a Visit
Everything you need to make the most of a day -- or a whole weekend -- in Ohio's most loveable downtown.
Come See Why We're So Loveable
Bellefontaine sits at the highest point in Ohio, just an hour from Columbus and Dayton. Shopping, scratch-made dining, live entertainment at The Holland Theatre, outdoor adventures on Indian Lake and Mad River Mountain -- it's all here, packed into a walkable downtown. Use the guides below to start planning.
A Few Ways to Spend the Day
The Perfect Saturday
- Coffee and pastry to start the morning
- Browse the boutiques and antique shops
- Lunch at one of our scratch-made kitchens
- Historic walking tour around the square
- Dinner and a drink to wind down
Family Day Out
- Start at the Transportation Museum
- Toys and games at The Fun Company
- Treats at Whit's Frozen Custard
- Snap a photo on McKinley Street
- Pizza dinner downtown
Downtown Days Night
- Arrive early -- the square fills up fast
- Live music and entertainment
- DORA cup in hand, stroll the shops
- Extended retail and restaurant hours
- Learn more about Downtown Days
Want more? We've mapped out dozens of ready-made days — kids' outings, girls' weekends, foodie tours, cave trips, and more.
Browse all day agendasBefore You Come
Everything you'll want to know -- from where to sleep to which night to come.
Easy to Find, Easy to Park
Bellefontaine, Ohio is about 60 minutes from Columbus, 75 minutes from Dayton, and a straight shot up US-33.
Free parking surrounds the downtown square -- find a spot, then explore on foot. Most shops, restaurants, and the Holland Theatre are within a few blocks of each other.
Looking for the broader Logan County experience? Visit experiencelogancounty.com.
