Guidebook
Food scene
Saucy Brew Works - Brewpub and Coffeehouse
443 West 3rd AvenueGreat location, great pizza, amazing java!
614-696-5100
A funky cafe known for down-home breakfast's, soups, salads and sandwiches.
(614) 294-2233
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Katalina's
1105 Pennsylvania AveA funky cafe known for down-home breakfast's, soups, salads and sandwiches.
(614) 294-2233
Indoor/Outdoor eatery & beer hall dishing up fried chicken and other comfort classics.
(614) 725-3435
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The Eagle Short North
790 N High StIndoor/Outdoor eatery & beer hall dishing up fried chicken and other comfort classics.
(614) 725-3435
Casual Midwestern inventive specialty pizzas and craft beers.
(614) 487-8282
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Dewey's Pizza
640 High StCasual Midwestern inventive specialty pizzas and craft beers.
(614) 487-8282
Condado's is all about tacos, tequila & margaritas, but the main attraction is the build-your-own tacos! Unlike any other taco joint you've experienced.
(614) 928-3909
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Condado Tacos
1227 N High StCondado's is all about tacos, tequila & margaritas, but the main attraction is the build-your-own tacos! Unlike any other taco joint you've experienced.
(614) 928-3909
Try out the patio at Milestone 229 Waterfront Dining & Drink. Currently open for dining in. Fantastic weekend brunch! Curbside P/U & delivery available.
(614) 427-0276
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Milestone 229
229 S Civic Center DrTry out the patio at Milestone 229 Waterfront Dining & Drink. Currently open for dining in. Fantastic weekend brunch! Curbside P/U & delivery available.
(614) 427-0276
Get a fantastic panoramic view of the Downtown skyline and the confluence of the Olentangy & Scioto Rivers; stop by The Boat House at Confluence Park for a delicious meal with phenomenal views. Open after 4pm.
(614) 469-0000
Confluence Park
679 West Spring StreetGet a fantastic panoramic view of the Downtown skyline and the confluence of the Olentangy & Scioto Rivers; stop by The Boat House at Confluence Park for a delicious meal with phenomenal views. Open after 4pm.
(614) 469-0000
North Market is a 145-year old vibrant food hall and public market made up of Ohio's best independent merchants, farmers and makers. North Market has two locations in Columbus, Ohio. The downtown Columbus market was established in 1876, and was the second of four founded in Columbus, and the only one remaining. North Market is set to be expanded as part of a 28-story building developed beside the original.
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North Market Downtown
59 Spruce StNorth Market is a 145-year old vibrant food hall and public market made up of Ohio's best independent merchants, farmers and makers. North Market has two locations in Columbus, Ohio. The downtown Columbus market was established in 1876, and was the second of four founded in Columbus, and the only one remaining. North Market is set to be expanded as part of a 28-story building developed beside the original.
Neighborhoods
Harrison West is an historic, vibrant, urban neighborhood located northwest of downtown Columbus, Ohio. It sits on several-blocks along the Olentangy River, and is the western part of the Near Northside Historic District. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
Harrison West
Harrison West is an historic, vibrant, urban neighborhood located northwest of downtown Columbus, Ohio. It sits on several-blocks along the Olentangy River, and is the western part of the Near Northside Historic District. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
Short North Arts District is a hip, culture-rich area centered on N. High Street. Contemporary galleries fill converted warehouses, and the Wexner Center for the Arts hosts boundary-pushing exhibitions. Shops selling records, streetwear, and vintage clothes are interspersed with student-packed coffeehouses, craft-beer bars, and casual eateries. Programming at Short North Stage spans musicals and cutting-edge drama.
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Short North Arts District
Short North Arts District is a hip, culture-rich area centered on N. High Street. Contemporary galleries fill converted warehouses, and the Wexner Center for the Arts hosts boundary-pushing exhibitions. Shops selling records, streetwear, and vintage clothes are interspersed with student-packed coffeehouses, craft-beer bars, and casual eateries. Programming at Short North Stage spans musicals and cutting-edge drama.
The University District is the area directly surrounding the Ohio State campus. This area is considered to be within walking distance to campus. A large population of undergraduate and graduate students, as well as a smaller population of long term residents, live in this area. The University District is made up of apartment buildings, large older homes (often split up into apartments), townhomes and half doubles. There are also a variety of dining establishments, anywhere from fast food to casual sit down restaurants. You will find a great deal of entertainment in the University District including movie theaters, concert venues and much more.
University District
The University District is the area directly surrounding the Ohio State campus. This area is considered to be within walking distance to campus. A large population of undergraduate and graduate students, as well as a smaller population of long term residents, live in this area. The University District is made up of apartment buildings, large older homes (often split up into apartments), townhomes and half doubles. There are also a variety of dining establishments, anywhere from fast food to casual sit down restaurants. You will find a great deal of entertainment in the University District including movie theaters, concert venues and much more.
Victorian Village is located southwest and Italian Village is located southeast of the Ohio State campus. Portions of these areas are within walking distance to campus; other areas are a bike ride or quick bus ride away. The southernmost tip of these areas is approximately 2 miles from the Ohio State campus. Victorian Village and Italian Village are comprised of many old, large Victorian style homes, along with apartment buildings and townhomes. There is a large population of Ohio State graduate students and young professionals in these areas. These areas are known for entertainment, dining facilities and their annual festivals, including Comfest and the Italian Festival.
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Victorian Village
Victorian Village is located southwest and Italian Village is located southeast of the Ohio State campus. Portions of these areas are within walking distance to campus; other areas are a bike ride or quick bus ride away. The southernmost tip of these areas is approximately 2 miles from the Ohio State campus. Victorian Village and Italian Village are comprised of many old, large Victorian style homes, along with apartment buildings and townhomes. There is a large population of Ohio State graduate students and young professionals in these areas. These areas are known for entertainment, dining facilities and their annual festivals, including Comfest and the Italian Festival.
Located downtown and southwest of the campus area, the Arena District is a fairly new urban area. It is easily accessible through COTA, the Central Ohio Transit Authority. The Arena District is a trendy area, with newer apartment buildings that are located close to restaurants, shops and nightlife. This area has a high population of young professionals.
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Arena District
Located downtown and southwest of the campus area, the Arena District is a fairly new urban area. It is easily accessible through COTA, the Central Ohio Transit Authority. The Arena District is a trendy area, with newer apartment buildings that are located close to restaurants, shops and nightlife. This area has a high population of young professionals.
Approximately a five to ten minute drive to campus, Grandview is located west of the campus area. It is home to many graduate students and young professionals. Grandview is comprised of a variety of homes, duplexes, and apartment buildings. This area is well-known for its plethora of restaurants and bars. Local galleries, restaurants and bars host the Grandview Hop the first Saturday of every month from April through November.
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Grandview Heights
Approximately a five to ten minute drive to campus, Grandview is located west of the campus area. It is home to many graduate students and young professionals. Grandview is comprised of a variety of homes, duplexes, and apartment buildings. This area is well-known for its plethora of restaurants and bars. Local galleries, restaurants and bars host the Grandview Hop the first Saturday of every month from April through November.
Located just north of the campus area, Clintonville is home to many young professionals and long term residents. Whetstone Park, a Columbus Landmark, is located in this area as well. Whetstone Park has a number of bike trails, tennis courts and baseball fields and the Park of Roses. During the summer, there are a number of events including the Rose Festival and concerts in the Park of Roses.
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Clintonville
Located just north of the campus area, Clintonville is home to many young professionals and long term residents. Whetstone Park, a Columbus Landmark, is located in this area as well. Whetstone Park has a number of bike trails, tennis courts and baseball fields and the Park of Roses. During the summer, there are a number of events including the Rose Festival and concerts in the Park of Roses.
The laid-back German Village is known for charming brick houses built by 19th-century immigrants along Beck, Mohawk, and Deshler streets. Shops selling books, traditional fudge, and handmade jewelry mingle with art galleries, German pubs, American bistros, and artisan coffee shops. In summer, the Actors’ Theatre Columbus stages outdoor Shakespeare and other plays in Schiller Park with its fountains and flower beds.
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German Village
The laid-back German Village is known for charming brick houses built by 19th-century immigrants along Beck, Mohawk, and Deshler streets. Shops selling books, traditional fudge, and handmade jewelry mingle with art galleries, German pubs, American bistros, and artisan coffee shops. In summer, the Actors’ Theatre Columbus stages outdoor Shakespeare and other plays in Schiller Park with its fountains and flower beds.
City/town information
New parks. Expanding museums. A lively state fair. A growing culinary scene. These are just a few reasons Columbus is attracting more and more visitors every year. This affordable Midwest destination may surprise you – it's brimming with culture and sights that appeal to all kinds of travelers. Art lovers can indulge in their passion at the Columbus Museum of Art, while foodies hit the North Market and the city's varied dining establishments. Meanwhile, sports fans can catch a baseball game at Huntington Park or cheer on the Buckeyes football team at Ohio Stadium. Hundreds of thousands of visitors also flock to Columbus in the summertime for its annual – and impressive – state fair, offering concerts, amusement rides, local eats and more.
Speaking of culture, this capital city is also a college town, as The Ohio State University's nearly 50,000 students fill a sprawling campus north of downtown. The requisite cheap restaurants and rowdy bars hem the campus, but you can also find more upscale establishments in areas like Easton Town Center and the picturesque German Village. (Did you know that Columbus was settled largely by German immigrants in the early 19th century?) Well, like this city's namesake, you should hoist the sails and let your compass help you explore this central Ohio city. After you visit, you just might want to move here.
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Columbus
New parks. Expanding museums. A lively state fair. A growing culinary scene. These are just a few reasons Columbus is attracting more and more visitors every year. This affordable Midwest destination may surprise you – it's brimming with culture and sights that appeal to all kinds of travelers. Art lovers can indulge in their passion at the Columbus Museum of Art, while foodies hit the North Market and the city's varied dining establishments. Meanwhile, sports fans can catch a baseball game at Huntington Park or cheer on the Buckeyes football team at Ohio Stadium. Hundreds of thousands of visitors also flock to Columbus in the summertime for its annual – and impressive – state fair, offering concerts, amusement rides, local eats and more.
Speaking of culture, this capital city is also a college town, as The Ohio State University's nearly 50,000 students fill a sprawling campus north of downtown. The requisite cheap restaurants and rowdy bars hem the campus, but you can also find more upscale establishments in areas like Easton Town Center and the picturesque German Village. (Did you know that Columbus was settled largely by German immigrants in the early 19th century?) Well, like this city's namesake, you should hoist the sails and let your compass help you explore this central Ohio city. After you visit, you just might want to move here.
Sightseeing
Located in Victorian Village the 32.71- acre Goodale Park is the oldest park in Columbus. It is known for hosting the Community Festival—Com Fest.
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Goodale Park
120 W Goodale StLocated in Victorian Village the 32.71- acre Goodale Park is the oldest park in Columbus. It is known for hosting the Community Festival—Com Fest.
Located in the northern half of Harrison West on Oregon Street at Fourth Avenue, Harrison West Park is one of the oldest parks in the the neighborhood.
Harrison West Park
1201 Oregon AveLocated in the northern half of Harrison West on Oregon Street at Fourth Avenue, Harrison West Park is one of the oldest parks in the the neighborhood.
A segment of the Olentangy Recreation Trails hosting a playground & Funk-ee- Town, area for younger children in memory of Mary Funk, a Harrison West resident, advocate and activist.
Funk-ee Town Playground in Harrison Park
1018 Harrison Park PlA segment of the Olentangy Recreation Trails hosting a playground & Funk-ee- Town, area for younger children in memory of Mary Funk, a Harrison West resident, advocate and activist.
A botanical landmark just two miles east of downtown Columbus, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens features exotic plant collections and displays, seasonal exhibitions, outdoor gardens (including community and culinary gardens) and a variety of educational programming. All set within the 88-acre Franklin Park. Inspired by horticulture, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens elevates quality of life and connects the community through educational, cultural and social experiences. All ages can partake in a variety of special events and activities throughout the year. A full menu of classes, workshops and camps are offered in gardening, cooking, fine art and wellness. With its natural surroundings, both indoors and out, the Conservatory serves as a premier venue for special events and corporate gatherings.
www.fpconservatory.org
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Conservatorio y Jardines Botánicos de Franklin Park
1777 E Broad StA botanical landmark just two miles east of downtown Columbus, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens features exotic plant collections and displays, seasonal exhibitions, outdoor gardens (including community and culinary gardens) and a variety of educational programming. All set within the 88-acre Franklin Park. Inspired by horticulture, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens elevates quality of life and connects the community through educational, cultural and social experiences. All ages can partake in a variety of special events and activities throughout the year. A full menu of classes, workshops and camps are offered in gardening, cooking, fine art and wellness. With its natural surroundings, both indoors and out, the Conservatory serves as a premier venue for special events and corporate gatherings.
www.fpconservatory.org
Fun Things To Do
Challenge your group to a round of paintball
at Battlegrounds Paintball (less than 20 min transit). www.battlegroundsohio.com
Battlegrounds Paintball
3919 Brice RdChallenge your group to a round of paintball
at Battlegrounds Paintball (less than 20 min transit). www.battlegroundsohio.com
Sip on crafty libations or sup from trendy food trucks as you and your group improve your bowling, foosball, pinball, duckpin, ping-pong, & patio pong game at 'Pins Bar!' (www.pinsbar.com)
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Pins Mechanical Company
141 N 4th StSip on crafty libations or sup from trendy food trucks as you and your group improve your bowling, foosball, pinball, duckpin, ping-pong, & patio pong game at 'Pins Bar!' (www.pinsbar.com)
Enjoy the thrill of indoor go-karting, laser tag, footbowl, & axe throwing at Buckeye Raceways (www.buckeyeraceway.com)
Buckeye Raceway Electric Indoor Karting
4050 W Broad StEnjoy the thrill of indoor go-karting, laser tag, footbowl, & axe throwing at Buckeye Raceways (www.buckeyeraceway.com)
Take a drive to Conrad's Hive & Honey in Canal Winchester for delicious raw unfiltered local honey & hand crafted candles. Check website for hours & p/u instructions. Visit www.hiveandhoney.com
Conrad's Hive and Honey
6240 Wright RdTake a drive to Conrad's Hive & Honey in Canal Winchester for delicious raw unfiltered local honey & hand crafted candles. Check website for hours & p/u instructions. Visit www.hiveandhoney.com
Find some thrifting gems at local Thrift Boutique 'One More Time' located at 1521 W. 5th Avenue.
One More Time
1521 W 5th AveFind some thrifting gems at local Thrift Boutique 'One More Time' located at 1521 W. 5th Avenue.
Easton Town Center is the Midwest's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination featuring nearly 300 best-in-class retailers.
www.eastontowncenter.com
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Easton Town Center
160 Easton Town Center
Easton Town Center is the Midwest's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination featuring nearly 300 best-in-class retailers.
www.eastontowncenter.com
COSI is temporarily closed for visits - however, virtual events are running full speed until further notice!
www.cosi.org
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Centro de Ciencia y Tecnología
333 W Broad StCOSI is temporarily closed for visits - however, virtual events are running full speed until further notice!
www.cosi.org
Arts Columbus
Explore trendy, challenging & engaging concepts in art at the Wexner Center For The Arts.
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Wexner Center for the Arts
1871 N High StExplore trendy, challenging & engaging concepts in art at the Wexner Center For The Arts.
OSU Urban Arts Space
50 W Town StExplore the arts in Columbus!
50 W. Town St. Columbus, OH 43215
uas.osu.edu
Explore the arts in Columbus!
57 E. Gay St. 5th Flr Columbus, OH 43215
Facebook: @SkylabGallery
Skylab Gallery
57 E Gay StExplore the arts in Columbus!
57 E. Gay St. 5th Flr Columbus, OH 43215
Facebook: @SkylabGallery
ROY G BIV Gallery
435 W Rich StExplore the arts Columbus!
435 W. Rich St. Columbus, OH 43215
roygbivgallery.com
Explore the arts in Columbus!
139 W. Main St. Columbus, OH 43215
www.culturalartscenteronline.org
Cultural Arts Center
139 W Main StExplore the arts in Columbus!
139 W. Main St. Columbus, OH 43215
www.culturalartscenteronline.org
Explore Columbus art!
641 N. High St. Unit 106 Columbus, OH 43215
www.notsheepgallery.com
(Not) Sheep Gallery
17 W Russell StExplore Columbus art!
641 N. High St. Unit 106 Columbus, OH 43215
www.notsheepgallery.com
Yoga & The Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
1009 W 5th Avewww.orangetheory.com
Yoga on High - Grandview
1780 W 5th Avewww.yogaonhigh.com
Bikram Hot Yoga Columbus
947 W 3rd Avewww.bikramhotyogacolumbus.com
LA Fitness
850 Goodale Blvd(614) 643-0070
REWILD YOGA
995 W 5th Avewww.rewild-yoga.com
TITLE Boxing Club Grandview
955 W 5th Avewww.titleboxingclub.com
Yoga-Well-Being
296 W 4th Avewww.ywbyoga.com
Arena District Athletic Club
325 John H McConnell Blvdwww.arenaathletic.com