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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Sandusky travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sandusky

With a population of 25,793, Sandusky is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sandusky to see all of its attractions.

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Activities & attractions in Sandusky

Activities

Goofy Golf
Amusement Park
Ghostly Manor Thrill Center
Fun & Games

Where to Eat in Sandusky

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sortino’s Italian Kitchen - Sandusky (7000 Kalahari Dr) and The Club Sandusky (1220 Sycamore Line) are great picks.

When to visit Sandusky

Sandusky in December
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sandusky in December
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sandusky in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Sandusky, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Sandusky

Plane

Although Sandusky doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE), which is located 45 miles from Sandusky. Detroit All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Southwest, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Sandusky departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 48m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Sandusky, followed by Train. The train journey from Sandusky to Chicago takes 6h 05m and costs around $84 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $49 for a 10h 56m trip. The train station in Sandusky is called Sandusky, and is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Sandusky is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 64 miles from Sandusky. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

Although Sandusky doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE), which is located 45 miles from Sandusky. Detroit All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Southwest, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Sandusky departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 48m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Sandusky, followed by Train. The train journey from Sandusky to Chicago takes 6h 05m and costs around $84 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $49 for a 10h 56m trip. The train station in Sandusky is called Sandusky, and is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Sandusky is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 64 miles from Sandusky. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near Sandusky

CAKAkron/Canton
CLECleveland Hopkins Intl

Airlines serving Sandusky

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,528 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,014 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,020 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,414 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,459 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (873 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,582 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,060 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,314 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,404 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sandusky

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Kilbourne and Tru by Hilton Sandusky. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Sandusky, with prices from $31 to $340 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Sandusky are about 207% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Sandusky by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Sandusky

Most booked hotels in Sandusky

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Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 565 reviews)
$120+
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Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky
0 stars
Excellent (8.5, 412 reviews)
$138+
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The Wave at Marblehead
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 24 reviews)
$144+
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Comfort Inn River's Edge
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1066 reviews)
$57+
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Castaway Bay by Cedar Point Resorts
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 946 reviews)
$172+
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Cedar Point's Express Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 905 reviews)
$223+
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Renting a car in Sandusky

Renting a car in Sandusky costs $58 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 4% cheaper than airport locations in Sandusky.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Sandusky (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sandusky, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Sandusky costs $58 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 4% cheaper than airport locations in Sandusky.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Sandusky (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sandusky, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

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