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For a vacation that has a little bit of everything, from cultural and historical tours to river activities and dining, the historical town of Marietta, Ohio is a great place to take your family. Young and old alike will revel in the beauty of this town, founded in the late 1700s and benefiting from close proximity to the Muskegon River and the Ohio River.

Bask in the beauty of being on the riverfront and enjoy many of the different events that are held here in this southeastern Ohio city. Every year, the Ohio River Sternwheel Festival is held over Labor Day weekend, when thousands of visitors flock to Marietta's downtown for fabulous food, Sternwheel races, fireworks, and live performances by a number of musical acts.

The riverfront is also home to the Marietta Civil War Reenactment, when Union and Confederate actors bring the Civil War to life along the banks of the Muskegon River. There are also fast formula 2 and formula 3 powerboat races throughout the month of July that draw many spectators and a number of popular regattas throughout the spring and summer.

Guided and non-guided cultural tours are also a top draw in Marietta. Check out Henderson Hall, which is listed on the National Register for Historical Places, to get a glimpse of a perfectly preserved early American Victorian Era home. You can also take covered bridge tours over the many bridges throughout the area that have existed for hundreds of years. Other notable historical places that will help you and your family learn more about American history are The Castle, The Henry Fearing House and Sewah Studios. You can also explore the 95 acre Mounds of Marietta, an amazing grouping of earthen structures, or mounds, that were created by ancient Native Americans and preserved in the late 1780s.

Those who enjoy sporting activities in the great outdoors will find plenty of things to do in Marietta. There are more than 100 miles of wild mountain biking trails, which can also be used for hiking and jogging. There is also the Wayne National Forest, where wildlife is plentiful and there are a number of outdoor activities to participate in.

Marietta is also near other Ohio cities and enjoys close proximity to West Virginia. Get a Marietta rental car and make the 35 mile trip to Athens, Ohio for the day, or travel to the West Virginia city of Clarksburg, about an hour away from Marietta.

Getting to Marietta is easy, as the Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport is a mere 5 miles away. You can pick up your affordable Marietta rental car at the airport and take it all around town.

Ohio is a great place to visit during the fall and spring months, when the bright colors of the changing seasons are prevalent. Winters require a hearty spirit, as the snow and ice are prevalent. Summertime is also a nice time to come, as the weather is warm and inviting and the river heats up nicely.

Grab the kids and head to this family-friendly, culture rich town on the banks of the Muskegon and Ohio Rivers.