University Park Travel Guide

Dayton

"Whose gift of powered flight lifted our world forever skyward." A bronze bench tribute to the Wright Brothers.
The Deeds Carillon illuminated for the holidays. An awesome spectacle and an awesomely short-lived road side attraction! The Deeds Carillon, the largest carillon in Ohio had been transformed into the shape of a holiday tree towering 200 feet in the air and glowing with 20,000 white lights. The plan was for the Carillon Tree of Light to be turned on nightly through New Year’s Day and be accompanied by the bells playing a medley of holiday classics on the hour. I went on Sunday night and stood in wonderment of the melodic bells and the strands of light enhancing the already majestic silhouette of the carillon. Overnight, wind gusts in excess of 40 or even 50 miles per hour damaged many of the strands of light. By morning, the damage was such that the display was beyond repair and will now be taken down for the year. Quite a whirlwind tale for the inaugural lighting of the the Deeds Carillon.
The view of the Dayton skyline from Lookout Tower - the highest point in the city - during the Great Dayton Flood of 1913, it became a place of refuge. Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum in Dayton, Ohio, is one of the oldest "garden" cemeteries in the United States. Incorporated in 1842, the cemetery began with 40 acres southeast of Dayton and has been enlarged to its present size of 200 acres.
The Deeds Carillon illuminated for the holidays. An awesome spectacle and an awesomely short-lived road side attraction! The Deeds Carillon, the largest carillon in Ohio had been transformed into the shape of a holiday tree towering 200 feet in the air and glowing with 20,000 white lights. The plan was for the Carillon Tree of Light to be turned on nightly through New Year’s Day and be accompanied by the bells playing a medley of holiday classics on the hour. I went on Sunday night and stood in wonderment of the melodic bells and the strands of light enhancing the already majestic silhouette of the carillon. Overnight, wind gusts in excess of 40 or even 50 miles per hour damaged many of the strands of light. By morning, the damage was such that the display was beyond repair and will now be taken down for the year. Quite a whirlwind tale for the inaugural lighting of the the Deeds Carillon.
Carillon Historical Park is named for the 151-foot-tall Deeds Carillon. A carillon is a musical instrument that is typically housed in the belfry of a church or municipal building. The instrument consists of at least 23 cast bronze, cup-shaped bells. The tower was built in 1942 to commemorate the Deeds family. When the tower was built, each of 23 bells was inscribed with the name of a family member, with the “silent” bells bearing the names of deceased family members and ringing bells cast with the names of family members then living. Today, with 57 bells, the carillon is Ohio’s largest. I'm not sure how much competition there is in that category. The National Park Service listed the Deeds Carillon on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. The carillon is the heaviest musical instrument.

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Gluten free waffles were so yum😋

University of Dayton

Explore the campus of University of Dayton during your trip to Dayton. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.

University of Dayton
We love this place at Christmas! #Trovember

Carillon Historical Park

You can study the exhibits at Carillon Historical Park, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Dayton. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Carillon Historical Park
A close-up of some moss growing on the beehive monument of Daniel Beckel. With incredible monuments of stone and bronze, historical burial sites and nine state champions trees, Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum in Dayton, Ohio, is one of the oldest "garden" cemeteries in the United States. Incorporated in 1842, the cemetery began with 40 acres southeast of Dayton and has been enlarged to its present size of 200 acres.

Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum

Enjoy an outing to Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum during your stay in Dayton. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.

Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum
National Museum of the United States Air Force which includes aircraft

National Museum of the United States Air Force

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of the United States Air Force, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Riverside. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

National Museum of the United States Air Force
Dayton Art Institute showing a monument and outdoor art

Dayton Art Institute

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dayton Art Institute during your travels in Dayton. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

Dayton Art Institute
A section of Huffman Prairie, which was where the Wright Brothers perfected their flying machine, is maintained as a natural prairie. The wildflower blooms are incredible all summer!

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

After visiting Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dayton. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

Top hotels in University Park

Marriott at the University of Dayton

Marriott at the University of Dayton

4 out of 5
1414 South Patterson Boulevard Dayton OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.419.000 ₫ per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
3.419.000 ₫
3.983.135 ₫ total
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great location. Great staff. Good restaurant.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Marriott at the University of Dayton
Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport

2 out of 5
20 Rockridge Rd Englewood OH
The price is 1.727.910 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
1.727.910 ₫
2.013.014 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Englewood. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,375 reviews)
Rooms clean and updated. Hotel very conveniently located to grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, and quiet. Breakfast had a wider selection than most hotels. Way more bang for the buck at such a low cost.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport
Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North

Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North

3 out of 5
6616 Miller Ln Dayton OH
The price is 3.024.237 ₫ per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
3.024.237 ₫
3.523.238 ₫ total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North
Drury Inn & Suites Middletown Franklin

Drury Inn & Suites Middletown Franklin

3 out of 5
3320 Village Drive Franklin OH
The price is 2.629.737 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
2.629.737 ₫
2.991.325 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Franklin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Excellent food very clean and would definitely recommend

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Middletown Franklin
Red Roof Inn Dayton North Airport

Red Roof Inn Dayton North Airport

2 out of 5
7370 Miller Lane Dayton OH
The price is 1.348.953 ₫ per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
1.348.953 ₫
1.571.531 ₫ total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Scene75 Entertainment Center and Cinemark Huber Heights ...
5.8/10 (1,000 reviews)
Everything was as to be expected

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Red Roof Inn Dayton North Airport
AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton

AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton

3 out of 5
124 MADISON STREET Dayton OH
The price is 3.340.100 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
3.340.100 ₫
4.075.667 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dayton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (261 reviews)
Good, clean and quiet everything I look for in a hotel. Staff were great too

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton
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Other neighbourhoods around University Park

Historic Buildings at Carillon Historical Park, Museum in Dayton, Ohio, USA

South Park

Though South Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center and America's Packard Museum.

South Park
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Midtown

While Midtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center and Victoria Theater.

Midtown
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Shroyer Park

While Shroyer Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and Carillon Historical Park.

Shroyer Park
Fifth and Jackson St in the Oregon district in Dayton Ohio UAS 2023

Oregon District

Oregon District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Belle of Dayton Distillery and Dayton Theatre Guild.

Oregon District
Witches Tower in Dayton Ohio

Walnut Hills

Though Walnut Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and 2nd Street Market.

Walnut Hills
Carillon Bell Tower with Christmas Lights at Night, Horizontal, HDR

Twin Towers

Though Twin Towers may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum and Day Air Ballpark.

Twin Towers

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