North Central Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Ohio State University
Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Historic Crew Stadium
Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
COSI
There’s always more to discover in this innovative science adventure center, complete with giant 3-D digital screen and hundreds of fun-filled activities.
Things to do
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
An Exciting Scavenger Hunt: Discovering Columbus
Top hotels in North Central
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Did not honor cancellation
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
Shuttle was great, timely and staff very kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
I was canceled about an hour before check-in time. When I was able to reach a hotel "ambassador" after 3 attempts, I was told 1st Class Guests take precedence over me. THIS IS UNNACCEPTABLE. If I had canceled this late, I would still have been charged. RESERVATIONS MEAN NOTHING TO THIS HOTEL.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
The room was clean and the A/C was working great.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Wyndham Columbus
The only issue I can complain about is checking out. I had to check out at 5:30 am and there was no one to be found to help me. A worker came in while I was waiting for someone to come to the desk and she started yelling hello and finally someone came out of the back room who looked like he was sleeping. ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin
Everything was clean and comfortable. Overall great experience!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Central
Near East Columbus
While visiting Near East Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Lincoln Theatre.
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.
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.
University District
University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wexner Center for the Arts and Newport Music Hall while you're in town.
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.
