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
"Fantastic! Thank you for a great experience"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"Expedia said there was breakfast, but kitchen was closed for remodeling. Wasn’t motels fault, but was a hassle for us because I was expecting to not have to deal with worrying about breakfast. Staff was TERRIFIC & everything was very clean."
Reviewed on 27 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
"just ok, on the border of nice area and Ghetto... not sure I would roam alone at night by myself and I'm a large male. free parking a plus."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center
"My family was in town from Cleveland & Raleigh, NC for my niece's graduation from The Ohio State University. My daughter found this hotel on Expedia, loved the reviews, location and price!! The entrance is welcoming, staff friendly & competent, decorum was nice, the elevators, hallways and rooms ..."
Reviewed on 27 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.
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.
Grandview Heights
Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.
