University District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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.
Ohio State University
Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention centre in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Historic Crew Stadium
Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Easton Town Center
During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Things to do
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Top hotels in University District
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Very nice hotel. Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Close to everything we needed and valet parking is a plus. All employees we interacted with were very friendly and helpful"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"Clean room great staff 10/10"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"The only good things I can say are that the check-in was quick and the room, though obviously old, was clean. Upon arrival it looked poorly maintained from the outside but I have stayed in some low cost hotels and that isn't a deal breaker for me. We go in and are advised that there is no continental ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
"The location is beautiful and there's plenty of food options easily within walking distance"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
"It was nice centrally located, large hotel. Don’t have much to write home about but clean and accessible"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center
"I thought the indoor swimming pool could be cleaner. It was kind of grungy around the top rim. The temperature was fabulous and I loved that there was an indoor and outdoor pool. Rooms were great. I was not at an event so I did not get breakfast there."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University District
Victorian Village
Victorian Village is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Milo-Grogan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Milo-Grogan and surrounding area, you can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.
Oletangy West
While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium.
Downtown Columbus
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.
