University District Travel Guide

Columbus
Wexner Center for the Arts showing signage and theatre scenes

Popular places to visit

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Ohio Stadium

5/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Ohio Stadium
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Wexner Center for the Arts

Discover a world of new and exciting contemporary art, performance and film at this laboratory for the arts at Ohio State University.

Wexner Center for the Arts
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James Cancer Hospital

If James Cancer Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Columbus.

James Cancer Hospital
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Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

If Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Columbus.

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
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Newport Music Hall

You can get tickets for a performance at Newport Music Hall on your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Newport Music Hall
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Ohio State Harding Hospital

If Ohio State Harding Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Columbus.

Ohio State Harding Hospital

Things to do

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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Columbus

฿999
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Columbus
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Columbus Ghost Hunt: Frights Of Columbus

฿434
Per adult
Columbus Ghost Hunt: Frights Of Columbus
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Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Columbus by Crazy Dash

฿352
Per adult
Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Columbus by Crazy Dash
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The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

฿1,439
Per adult
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
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Columbus Scavenger Hunt: Columbus Sails East

฿434
Per adult
Columbus Scavenger Hunt: Columbus Sails East
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Columbus Scavenger Hunt: Discovering Columbus

฿434
Per adult
Columbus Scavenger Hunt: Discovering Columbus
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Top hotels in University District

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,995 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿1,995
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.8/10 (1,097 reviews)
"Lovely room!"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,980 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿4,980
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel, clean and accommodating over all great experience"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
The Urban
The Urban
2.5 out of 5
200 W Norwich Ave, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,045 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿4,045
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (345 reviews)
Cool little spot
"The micro-apartment feel of the rooms is very cool."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

The Urban
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is ฿6,415 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿6,415
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
Great location
"Our stay was lovely. The room was immaculate and had everything we needed. Staff we encountered, at check in and even just walking to and from the garage, were all so kind. So many restaurants and activities within a short walk."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Graduate Columbus
Graduate Columbus
4 out of 5
750 North High Street, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,682 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿5,682
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, slightly cramped but nice rooms, clean, friendly staff and will definitely look to stay again."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Graduate Columbus
Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport Gahanna
Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport Gahanna
3 out of 5
665 Taylor Rd, Columbus, OH
The price is ฿3,715 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿3,715
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (806 reviews)
"Staff was very nice, facility was clean and room was very spacious. Quiet area to stay in"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport Gahanna
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Other neighbourhoods around University District

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Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
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Short North

Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.

Short North
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Oletangy West

While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium.

Oletangy West
Santa Maria featuring heritage elements, a river or creek and a bay or harbour

Arena District

Arena District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Nationwide Arena and KEMBA Live! while you're in town.

Arena District
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Grandview Heights

Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.

Grandview Heights
Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

Downtown Columbus

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Columbus. A stop by Nationwide Arena or North Market might round out your trip.

Downtown Columbus

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