Overview
Greenville is a city of 13,000 people (2020) in the Miami - Scioto basins, and the county seat of Darke County, Ohio.
3 sights · 4 things to do · 3 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Greenville
Garst Museum
Dedicated to local historical figures, notably including local Native Americans, sharpshooter Annie Oakly of Buffalo Bill's Wild West show, and Lowell Thomas who was a companion of Lawrence of Arabia.
Darke County Courthouse, Sheriff's House and Jail
A historic legal complex built in the Second Empire architectural style.
Bear's Mill
A preserved watermill that still functions.
The Great Darke County Fair
Features a demolition derby, tractor pull, and motorcycle racing.
Shawnee Prairie Preserve & Nature Center
Nature and cultural preserve. Has a blacksmith and log house.
Eldora Speedway
Dirt raceway in the village of New Weston.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Apr and May. (climate data from nearby Dayton)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- DAY James M. Cox Dayton International Airport, Dayton — 26 mi away. Directions
- FWA Fort Wayne International Airport, Fort Wayne — 67 mi away. Directions
- CVG Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport, Cincinnati / Covington — 73 mi away (major hub). Directions
Greenville lies just north of the junction of US 127 and US36
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $120–$120 a night (typical $128), from 2 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$160, mid-range ~$200, comfortable ~$290.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Garst Museum, Darke County Courthouse, Sheriff's House and Jail, Shawnee Prairie Preserve & Nature Center
- Lunch The Merchant House
- Afternoon The Great Darke County Fair, Eldora Speedway
- Dinner Montage Cafe
- Evening JT's Brew and Grill
Day 2
- Morning Bear's Mill
- Lunch Maid Rite Sandwich Shoppe
- Afternoon Poultry Days
- Evening Tolly's Gastropub
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
By car
Greenville lies just north of the junction of US 127 and US36
See
See Garst Museum
Dedicated to local historical figures, notably including local Native Americans, sharpshooter Annie Oakly of Buffalo Bill's Wild West show, and Lowell Thomas who was a companion of Lawrence of Arabia.
See Darke County Courthouse, Sheriff's House and Jail
A historic legal complex built in the Second Empire architectural style.
Do
Buy
Eat
Eat Maid Rite Sandwich Shoppe
A burger joint from the 1930s. Sells sandwiches shakes, chips, and beer.
Drink
Sleep
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