Sights & Attractions Discover the wealth of fun that Darke County has to offer by visiting our sights and attractions. Festivals & Events Explore the small town festivals & events found only in Darke County. Parks & Recreation Lose yourself in the natural wonders of  Darke County. Restaurants & Shops Enjoy the fine dining, and explore the unique shops located throughout Darke County. Accommodations Relish in the comfort and convenience of our fine establishments. Group Itineraries Share the wonders of Darke County with someone special. History of Darke County Peek through Darke County's long and interesting history. Maps & Directions Find your way to and around Darke County with our maps. Around Darke County Bring along your sense of adventure and discover our small town charm, distinct shopping districts and rich heritage. We look forward to your visit... the welcome mat is always out.

The Mission of the Darke County Visitors Bureau is to enhance the economic growth of Darke County through the promotion and development of tourism. Visit our economic development partners Darke County Economic Development Darke County Chamber of Commerce Downtown Greenville, Inc

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If you are seeking places to go and things to do in Western Ohio along Interstate 70 (I-70) in the Miami Valley northwest of Dayton, Ohio and West of Columbus, you need to visit Darke County, Ohio. It's a diverse mix of historical attractions, Agritourism, small town shopping, museums, art, parks, outdoors, festivals and events, restaurants, lodging, golf courses, wineries, farms, and much more.

Darke County Tourism and Tourist Attractions Feature:

Annie Oakley Center & Garst Museum

Eldora Speedway

KitchenAid Experience and Factory Tour

Historic Bear's Mill

Brumbaugh Fruit Farm

Darke County Center for the Arts

Darke County Park District

Lighted Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade

The Darke County Fair   

Annie Oakley Days Festival

Versailles Poultry Days

If outdoor fun and nature calls, there’s plenty to do at nearby prairies, woodlands, parks, and nature center

Other Darke County activities include golfing, boating, swimming, horseback riding, skating, etc.

Performing arts, theater productions, music concerts, and special performances abound through the Darke County Center for the Arts.

Inn at Versailles features a French country charm in a historic building offering upscale, modern amenities. Plenty of lodging is available throughout Darke County in all varieties. Inns, quaint bed and breakfasts, motels, hotels and campgrounds are all options.

Darke County knows how to please its visitors at mealtimes with sophisticated fare, home-baked delights, gourmet coffees, and plenty of down-home cooking. For elegant dining, consider Inn at Versailles for French cuisine and afterward, sip wine nearby at The Winery of Versailles.  If unusual is what the day calls for, The Maid Rite Sandwich Shoppe in Greenville is a must. And for dessert, nearby Ghyslain Chocolatier is a tempting visit. 

For good old-fashioned customer service and quality workmanship, Darke County’s small towns provide charm and are truly a throwback to the past for attentive service. It has also become a destination for serious antiquing. The most distinctive shopping opportunities in the region are Versailles, The Sculptural Village, and Greenville, Ohio. In addition, the small towns of Arcanum and Union City have plenty to offer. Throughout Darke County, one-of-a-kind merchants and ma and pop shops have been doing business for generations. Worth a see are the Country Clock Shop, Bear’s Mill, KitchenAid, The Palace, and a variety of antique and craft shops.

To locate where you want to go in Darke County and get directions, visit http://visitdarkecounty.org/discover/maps.html