You may wish to begin your tour at the Lake Erie Islands Regional Welcome Center.  Here your group will be treated to an exciting movie about the Lake Erie Islands Region including information on attractions and destinations you may have planned for them that day.  The possibilities are many…

You may choose to head east for quaint shopping, historical venues, and quality entertainment in the Village of Marblehead and the Chautauqua community of Lakeside. 

To the west, experience the beauty and serenity of the Schedel Arboretum and the unique shopping and antiquing opportunities in the villages of Elmore and Genoa or stop for some fresh produce from any of our local farm markets. 

Another enjoyable option is to hop on the Miller Ferry or Jet Express and head to one of the islands! Ride the elevator to the viewing platform of the out the 352-foot tall Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial at Put-in-Bay! Journey below the surface and explore the limestone formations in Perry's Cave or the beauty of the world's largest geode, Crystal Cave.  A narrated tour of the island might be just the thing for your group!  They will learn a little about the island's history, stop at some attractions and museums, and enjoy the beautiful scenery including vineyards and many historic buildings and homes. 

Services offered by Ottawa County Visitors Bureau

·      Full assistance during the planning of the group’s itinerary

·      Coordination and Booking of stops at group’s choice of attractions, restaurants, ferry service, tours, etc.

·      Step-On Guide Service

·      Solicitation of hotel bids for best possible group rates

·      Site Inspections

·       Visitor / Informational Packets provided for all guests upon request

·       Bulk mailing of Visitor/Informational packets to all attendees

Call the Ottawa County Visitors Bureau anytime throughout the year for assistance in designing a tour customized to your group’s particular needs. 

We also have step-on guides available for tours of any size and duration.  These experienced individuals are residents of the area and are well versed in the character and intricacies of a successful tour.  Your group will benefit from the guide’s “inside” knowledge of the area and their expertise in history, local lore and the dynamics necessary to keep the level of excitement high throughout the day. 

Please contact us to help you plan your tour and to make arrangements for a professional step-on guide. 

For help in planning your visit,

We invite you to call the Travel Counselors of the

Ottawa County Visitors Bureau at the

Lake Erie Islands Regional Welcome Center

1-800-441-1271

Or email us at tourism@lake-erie.com