Overview
Zoar is a quaint village of 170 people (2020) in Tuscarawas County, Ohio. Zoar Village was founded by German religious dissenters called the "Society of Separatists of Zoar", in 1817 as a communal society
4 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Zoar
Historic Zoar Village
Zoar Hotel
Zoar Community Garden
Fort Laurens State Memorial
Annual Harvest Festival
A display of the works of local craftsmen and antiques dealers. Late July or early August.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Akron)
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.
- CAK Akron Canton Regional Airport, Akron — 21 mi away. Directions
- CLE Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Cleveland — 60 mi away (major hub). Directions
Zoar is a short distance away from I77 and SR800. SR212 crosses through Zoar.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Zoar Hotel, Zoar Community Garden, Fort Laurens State Memorial
- Lunch Simply Cinnamon
- Afternoon Historic Zoar Village, Annual Harvest Festival
- Evening Canal Tavern of Zoar
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
By car
Zoar is a short distance away from I77 and SR800. SR212 crosses through Zoar.
By bike
Zoar is connected by the Erie Canal Towpath Trail
See
See Zoar Community Garden
See Fort Laurens State Memorial
Do
Do Annual Harvest Festival
A display of the works of local craftsmen and antiques dealers. Late July or early August.
Eat
Drink
Drink Canal Tavern of Zoar
A historic 1829 tavern that's still in operation
Drink Zoar Firehouse Grille & Pub
Sleep
Stay Zoar School Inn B&B
Zoar School Inn B&B circa 1836. Four private bedrooms, each is air-conditioned with ceiling fans, have a sitting area, bath ensuite (most with Jacuzzi tubs and romantic fireplaces) and large windows with views of the grounds. Other amenities include, cozy personal robes, candles, bath salts, TV with cable service and DVD Player, and wireless Internet. Observes the European tradition of no shoes in the house, so bring your own slippers
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