Wapakoneta, OH Road Trips

1 Armstrong Air & Space Museum, 500 Apollo Dr (just west of I-75 at exit 111), ☏ +1 419-738-8811, fax: +1 419 738-3361. Hours: M-Sa 9:30AM-5PM, Su noon-5PM, holidays noon-5PM, closed on Thanksgiving. Dedicated to Wapakoneta-native Neil Armstrong, the first man to set foot on the Moon. Adult $8, child 6 - 12 $4, child 5 & under free; school groups $3 per student. (updated Jul 2019) 2 Bicycle Museum of America, 7 W Monroe St, New Bremen, ☏ +1 419-629-9249, [email protected]. M-F 9AM-5PM, Sa 10AM-2PM. Adult $3, Seniors $2, Students $1, Child 5 & under free.. (updated Feb 2017) 3 Airstream Factory, 419 W Pike St, Jackson Center, ☏ +1 937 596-6111, toll-free: +1-877-596 6111. M-F 9AM-4PM, book tours in advance. Factory tour of the iconic luxury trailer makers, once a day during the week. Adult $5, Senior $3, Military $2, Child 12 & under free.. (updated Feb 2017) 4 Auglaize County Courthouse, ☏ +1 419 739-6780. M-F 8AM-4:30PM. Historic active court house popular for photos and is known for being the tallest building in Wapak. Accessing the inside is generally only advised if you have business there but they do offer occasional tours. (updated Nov 2018) 5 Wapakoneta Historical Museum, 206 W Main St, ☏ +1 419 738-9328, [email protected]. (updated Sep 2019) 6 The Temple of Tolerance (The Rock Garden), 203 S Wood St, ☏ +1 419-738-4474. Dawn to Dusk. The Temple of Tolerance, also known locally as The Rock Garden, is a unique backyard art installation located in Wapakoneta’s city center.

One of the best ways to enjoy the city is by walking through its four parks, each offering recreational activities and natural scenery. The parks include playgrounds, walking paths, and areas to enjoy nature. Veterans Memorial Park features a 1.1-mile path commonly used for walking, bicycling, and running. Motorized vehicles, including motorbikes, are strictly prohibited on the path. The park includes two parking lots at both entrances, allowing for ample parking. It frequently hosts sporting events, including school district-sponsored activities and local club events for both youth and adults. Facilities include 4 soccer pitches, 8 baseball diamonds, 2 basketball courts, a gaga ball pit, a playground, and a splash pad—all open to the public. The local Walmart is accessible via a walking path to the east. 1 Veterans Memorial Park, 700 S Rauthland Ave (This park has two entrances. One is accessible south of S Pine St and the other south of S Wagner St. These two streets intersect Benton Street, which connects to Bellefontaine Street ("Hamburger Road") intersecting with I-75 to the east.), ☏ +1 419-230-4597. Dawn to Dusk. Free. (updated Jul 2025) Wapak Breakfast Optimist Soccer Park contains 2 full-sized soccer pitches, 2 junior high soccer pitches, and 6 youth soccer pitches. The park also features a playground and a gazebo open to the public. The pitches are maintained during the fall and spring soccer seasons, with nets removed during the off-season, although the park remains open year-round.

1 J. Marie's Wood-Fired Kitchen and Drinks, 7 W Auglaize St, ☏ +1 419-674-2436. Excellent pizza, friendly staff, if a little slow service. Decor better than the pictures on the web site. (updated Jul 2019) 2 LaGrande Pizza & Subs, 16 S Blackhoof St, ☏ +1 419-738-6050. (updated Jul 2019) 3 RJ's Coffey Cup, 901 Defiance St, ☏ +1 419-738-2191. (updated Jul 2025) 4 Al’s Woody’s Diner, 9 N Wood St, ☏ +1 419-738-9111. (updated Jul 2025) 5 The Side Rail, 17 E Auglaize St, ☏ +1 419-738-6593. (updated Jul 2025) 6 The Whaling Knife, 11 Willipie St, ☏ +1 419-738-7888. (updated Jul 2025) 7 El Azteca, 1345 Bellefontaine St, ☏ +1 567-356-5226. (updated Jul 2025) 8 La Neta Mexican Grill, 1262 Bellefontaine St, ☏ +1 567-356-5226. (updated Jul 2025)

1 Alpha Cafe, 7 E Auglaize St, ☏ +1 419-738-2013. (updated Nov 2018) 2 Winans Coffee & Chocolate, 24 E Auglaize St, ☏ +1 419-738-7946. (updated Jul 2025) 3 Coffé Amor Roastery & Cafe, 7 N Water St, ☏ +1 567-319-9925. (updated Jul 2025) 4 Coffé Amor at Wapak YMCA, 1100 Defiance St, ☏ +1 419-204-0174. (updated Jul 2025)

1 Best Western Wapakoneta Inn, 1008 Lunar Drive, ☏ +1 419-738-2050. (updated Jul 2019) 2 Wingate By Wyndham Lima, 175 W Market St (close to Lima Airport), ☏ +1 419-228-7000. (updated Jul 2019) 3 Red Roof Inn & Suites Wapakoneta, 1659 Bellefontaine St, ☏ +1 419-738-2184. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. (updated Jul 2025) 4 Super 8 by Wyndham Wapakoneta, 1011 Lunar Dr, ☏ +1 419-738-8810. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. (updated Jul 2025)

1 Neil Armstrong Airport AXV (AXV IATA), 7776 OH-219 (10 mi (16 km) southwest of the city center). A General aviation airport. (updated Jul 2025) Wapakoneta is about 10 miles northeast of the Neil Armstrong airport in neighboring New Knoxville as well as roughly 16.5 miles southeast from the Lima Allen County Regional Airport (AOH IATA), 700 Airport Dr, Lima. Wapakoneta is also a 50-minute drive from the Dayton International Airport (DAY IATA), a 1½-hour drive from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH IATA), and a 1½-hour drive from Toledo Express Airport (TOL IATA). Wapakoneta lies on i-75 and US-33. Wapakoneta is accessible North and South by exits 111 and 113 on i-75 as well as being accessible East and West by exits 38B, 37, 36, and 35 on US-33.

In the city center, the main hub is East Auglaize Street, which runs east–west just south of the Auglaize River. This street passes through Wapakoneta's historic downtown district, home to many of the city’s small local businesses, including antique shops, eateries, a coffee shop, and more. Downtown also hosts key community events like the Wapakoneta Summer Moon Festival in early July and the Children’s Hometown Holiday celebration in December. To the southeast of town lies Wapakoneta’s major commercial and dining corridor along Bellefontaine Street, about one mile from downtown. Locals often refer to this area as “Hamburger Road” due to the many fast food options such as McDonald’s and Burger King. It also includes local favorites like El Azteca, La Neta Mexican Grill, and Max’s Dairy Bar. This district features the city’s primary shopping destinations, including Walmart, Aldi, Dollar Tree, and Lowe’s. At the eastern end of Bellefontaine Street, Interstate 75 (Exit 111) and U.S. Route 33 (Exit 38B) intersect near the TA Truck Stop. Located just east of this district along South Wood Street is one of Wapakoneta's most unique attractions: the Temple of Tolerance. To the north of downtown, a secondary commercial corridor runs along Defiance Street and Lincoln Avenue. This area features additional dining and shopping options such as Happy Daz, RJ’s Coffey Cup, Community Market, and Dollar General. On the western end of the corridor is Grand View Plaza, a small strip mall offering a variety of local services and stores.

Wapakoneta is generally considered a safe and quiet community with a relatively low crime rate. As in many small towns, most reported incidents are non-violent in nature, such as petty theft or traffic violations. Visitors are advised to take standard safety precautions—such as locking vehicles and securing valuables—especially when visiting parks or attending large public events. The Wapakoneta Police Department maintains a visible presence in the community and responds promptly to any concerns. The Wapakoneta Police Department is available for both emergency (911) and non-emergency situations. The non-emergency line is +1 419-738-2222. The city is also served by the Wapakoneta Fire Department, which provides fire protection and EMS services. While Wapakoneta does not have a major hospital within city limits, it is located near two full-service hospitals in Lima (Ohio). These include Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center at 730 W Market St and Lima Memorial Health System at 1003 Bellefontaine Ave, both approximately 14 miles north of downtown. For non-urgent care, the city is home to Lima Memorial Health System’s Wapakoneta Medical Center—locally referred to as “Lincoln Memorial”— at 602 Redskin Trail in the northern part of the city, just off OH-501 near Wapakoneta High School.