Mason travel guide
Mason Tourism | Mason Guide
You're Going to Love Mason
With a population of 30,712, Mason is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mason to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Mason
If you’re looking for affordable options, Luigi's Ristorante Italiano (404 2nd Ave) and Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Mason (5075 Deerfield Blvd) are great picks.
When to visit Mason
How to Get to Mason
Plane
Although Mason doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG), which is located 29 miles from Mason. Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Delta, Frontier and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mason departs from New York and takes around 2h 06m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Mason. The train journey from Mason to Chicago takes 8h 32m and costs around $91 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $62 for a 14h 12m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Mason is to pick up a car rental from Indianapolis, which is about 102 miles from Mason. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Indianapolis.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mason, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Cleveland, the bus ride to Mason takes 330 miles and will cost you around $37. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $94 for a journey of 360 miles.
Airlines serving Mason
Where to stay in Mason
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Mason Inn and Suburban Studios Mason Hwy 42.
Where to stay in popular areas of Mason
Most booked hotels in Mason
Renting a car in Mason
Renting a car in Mason costs $66 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Mason.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Mason (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Mason is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.