Things To Do in Sylvania, Ohio

Welcome to a charming “City of Trees” with a rich history and more than 250 acres of parks and recreation opportunities. Explore five top attractions below—all located within Sylvania, Ohio, city limits.

Olander Park

Olander Park spans 63 acres and features a 28‑acre spring-fed lake with a natural sand beach, boat rentals, walking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, volleyball and horseshoe pits, plus shelter rentals and regular community events like the Summer Market and Sunset Serenades Concert Series.

Sylvania Historical Village

The Sylvania Historical Village includes original and recreated 19th‑century buildings—such as the Lathrop House (a former Underground Railroad site), the 1850s depot, caboose, archives, and Cooke-Kuhlman House—bringing local heritage to life.

Fossil Park

Fossil Park allows visitors to hunt for trilobites and other fossils in loose shale—one of the world’s few public fossil-dig sites. It opened in 2001 and remains a favorite for families and geology enthusiasts.

Pacesetter & Burnham Parks (Plummer Pool)

These adjacent parks offer diverse recreation: soccer, baseball, lacrosse fields, a public outdoor pool (Plummer Pool), playgrounds, walking trails, and open green spaces—part of Sylvania’s more than 250 acres of parkland.

Sylvania Tam‑O‑Shanter Center

Built in 1972 and expanded since, this multi-use athletics complex features two ice rinks, a fieldhouse, restaurants, and hosts local sports, ice skating, conventions, and community events.