ITINERARY 1
ADVENTURE CALLS
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Begin downtown Sandusky with a morning cup of coffee, along with waffles, pancakes, eggs, and pastries at Vita Sandusky. Wake Up and Waffle offers creative waffle dishes and sharables along with a full line of morning cocktails to start your day off right.
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Once you’re all fueled up, head over to Cedar Point Beach for an adrenaline boost at Northcoast Parasail. Sail high above Lake Erie on a parasail, cool off on a Jet Ski, or cruise Lake Erie on a charter boat. For a slower pace, rent a kayak or stand-up paddle board.
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Strap in for heart-racing, wind-whooshing go-kart excitement at Goofy Golf. Put your putting skills to the test on the 18-hole mini golf course, try out the rock climbing wall, or test your gaming talents at the state-of-the-art arcade.
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Dockside Café is a great outdoor spot to catch a waterfront view of Lake Erie while enjoying gourmet burgers, fish tacos, fresh-cut fries, and a full bar. At Mr. Smith’s Coffee House you can get a caffeine buzz along with wraps, sandwiches, paninis, and salads.
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Spend the afternoon exploring downtown Sandusky with a rental from Pedego Electric Bikes. Riding along the Sandusky Bay Pathway is a safe and easy way to see Sandusky Bay and experience the fun of riding an e-bike.
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Sandusky Pedal Company is a14-seat pedal party bike that offers a unique and exciting way to explore downtown Sandusky. Two-hour tours include stops at local bars and restaurants, showcasing some of the best venues in town!
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South Shore Pedicabs is a convenient way to get around downtown Sandusky. Use the pedicab as a taxi service or simply sit back and enjoy a relaxing tour of the area.
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When the sun goes down, embrace the game at Clubhouse No.3 SportSocial where you can experience an array of sports simulators, table-top shuffleboard, darts, pin ball, and full bar service. Archie’s Pizza will satisfy any hunger by serving up St. Louis-style pies.
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Release your inner Viking and hurl axes and enjoy tasty hard-to-find craft beers at Noble Axes & Crafts. Afterwards, grab some sushi and Asian-fusion dishes at Small City Taphouse and CLAG Brewing Company. Feeling fancy? Crush Wine Bar and J Bistro offer upscale, casual dishes in a non-pretentious environment.
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End the day with a sunset cruise or specialty wine-tasting or bourbon cruise on Goodtime Lake Erie Island Cruises on Sandusky Bay and Lake Erie.
ITINERARY 2
ISLAND TIME
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Begin your day by hopping on the Jet Express or Miller Ferries to South Bass Island (Put-in-Bay).
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Grab some breakfast at Frosty Bar and indulge in Islander Favorites such as Summertime Blues, a stack of pancakes made with fresh blueberries, or a Dream Sandwich, a classic BLT with fried egg and cheese added. Wash it down with a full line of breakfast cocktails.
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For a more classic breakfast, stop at Pasquale’s Café where you will find a variety of omelets, along with benedicts, hot cakes, French toast, handhelds, and more.
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Rent a golf cart from Erie Island Carts, E’s Put-in-Bay Golf Carts, Island Bike & Cart Rental, or Put-in-Bay Golf Cart Depot and begin exploring the island!
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Want someone else to do the driving? Island Transportation operates a one-hour narrated tour with stop-off privileges at various locations on South Bass Island such as, Perry’s Cave Family Fun Center, Heineman Winery, Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial Visitor Center, and Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center just to name a few.
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Need ideas for other fun things to do on the island? Put-in-Bay Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau located in downtown Put-in-Bay and Put-in-Bay Travel & Information Kiosk at the Miller Ferry Dock can help!
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Hungry for lunch? There are over two dozen eateries on the island to choose from. At Put-in-Bay Brewery & Distillery, you can enjoy smash burgers, Lake Erie walleye, and specialty pizzas served alongside house-brewed draft beers and cocktails crafted with island-made vodka and bourbon.
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Or for a quick bite, Big Man’s Burrito Stand, The Dog House, and Fish Shak offer speedy, but tasty, grab-and-go options.
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If you’re looking for a change of scenery, catch the Sonny-S Boat Line from the Boardwalk dock and travel across the bay to Middle Bass Island.
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Head to the Lonz Winery Property at Middle Bass State Park. Hang out at George’s Waterfront Bar, The Island Grind, or Prohibition and enjoy coffees, craft cocktails, refreshing mocktails, and a curated selection of beers, wines, and spirits along with live music.
ITINERARY 3
TIME ON THE WATER
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Start your morning with a hearty breakfast from Tin Goose Diner or grab a quick bite from Orchard Farm Stand or Root to Rise Wellness Café.
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Book a half-day head boat fishing charter aboard Tibbels Fishing Charter Service or Shore Nuf Charters. Need some bait and supplies? Swing into Herb’s Bait, Tackle, and Drive-Thru to pick up all the essentials, including a fishing license.
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Back on dry land and hungry for lunch? Enjoy Lake Erie perch and Lake Erie views at the following Marblehead eateries. Hidden Beach Bar offers Lake Erie perch sandwiches, and a variety of cold libations including beer, wine, spirits, and frozen cocktails in a casual, outdoor atmosphere. Red’s Lakehouse Restaurant & Bar serves up a diverse menu of elevated American favorites with a coastal twist alongside summertime cocktails and mocktails.
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Ready to get back out on the water? Relax and sail the beautiful waters of Lake Erie aboard Lake Erie Sailing Charters, a captained 56-ft. sailing yacht. Lake Erie Island Runners offers full-day or half-day boating excursions on privately-owned boats. Or enjoy a personalized VIP Lake Erie experience with Catawba Cruising.
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Time for dinner and drinks? Twin Oast Brewery crafts exceptional beers, from unique flavors to seasonal brews, designed for both dedicated beer enthusiasts and casual drinkers. Their food menu is thoughtfully crafted to offer a balance of classic favorites and seasonal specialties, each designed to pair perfectly with their house-brewed craft beers.
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In the mood for American comfort food? The MacStack Tavern has you covered. Here you can indulge in creative, house-made mac and cheese dishes such as their Chicken Bacon Ranch Mac or feast on burgers, walleye or perch, ribs, steak, pasta dishes, or even half of a roasted chicken. The MacStack is all about good vibes, big flavor, and a blast of nostalgia.
