Marietta, OH Attractions
Marietta is a historic town dating back to 1788. This river town offers a wealth of historical attractions with numerous museums. Visitors can see the sights of Marietta on a trolley tour or take a cruise on the Valley Gem Sternwheeler.
For a unique artistic adventure take a Tree Sculpture Tour to see the carvings by wood sculptor, David Ferguson on the tree stumps created by a 1998 storm.
For a unique artistic adventure take a Tree Sculpture Tour to see the carvings by wood sculptor, David Ferguson on the tree stumps created by a 1998 storm.
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Castle
The Castle of Marietta, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a unique Gothic Revival style mansion, complete with an octagonal tower. The architecture is riddled with fine details both inside and outside and is a delight to visit. The home once belonged to Ohio Senator Theodore Davis. The interior displays historical items and changing exhibits.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
April 1 to May 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
June 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
September 1 to December 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
| Adult | $ 6.00 |
| Senior over 60 | $ 5.50 |
| Child 17 & under | $ 3.00 |
| Military discount | FREE |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Mound Cemetery
Mound Cemetery, located in Marietta is a good spot to visit if you are a local history buff. Here you will find the graves of founders and original settlers of Marietta. The Mound Cemetery is reputed to be the home of paranormal spirits and some people have had unusual experiences when visiting - especially at night.
Trolley Tours of Marietta
The Trolley Tours of Marietta are a wonderful way to experience this historical town. Narrated tours take in the highlights of the town including the Victorian Front Street shops, The Castle, and Indian Mounds among many others. The Trolley Tours of Marietta leave from the front of the Levee House Café on the corner of Ohio and Second streets.
Valley Gem Sternwheeler
The Valley Gem Sternwheeler in Marietta is one of the town's top attractions. For those looking for a pleasant afternoon or morning out on the Ohio River, the Valley Gem Sternwheeler is just the ticket. The ship provides a nice cruise up and down the river and a running commentary points out interesting sights. The ship has a snack shop and can carry 296 passengers.
