While Ohio’s bustling big cities attract visitors with their array of museums, professional sporting venues, top-tier restaurants, and more, the number of small towns that dot the Buckeye State are equally worthy of a visit, each with their own unique attractions.
HGTV recently compiled a list of the most charming small towns from each state. From the east to the west coast, north to south, you can explore the quaint little towns known for their charm, history, and people.
So, which small town in Ohio made the list?
Marietta.
Marietta, located in Ohio’s southeastern region, is the state’s oldest city and the first permanent settlement in the Northwest Territory. As of 2020, its population was 13,385.
“Every year, the riverboat community of Marietta, Ohio, located at the confluence of the Ohio and Muskingum Rivers, celebrates with a Sternwheel Festival.
Marietta has grown from its beginnings as the first permanent settlement in the Northwest Territory, and its revitalized, historic downtown now houses art galleries, a music hall, museums, and one-of-a-kind shops, according to HGTV.
The drive from Cleveland to Marietta takes about 2.5 hours.
