Northern Woods Travel Guide
Columbus
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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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to 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 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.
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
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Top hotels in Northern Woods
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus
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Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Very disappointed!! Listed as a 4-star hotel. Room smelled musty. Shower curtain was moldy. Pillows were flat when you put your head down them. Very noisy, people were going up and down laughing and talking until about 1am. Hotel and room very dark, seemed like everything was a 40 watt bulb had trouble ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"Mid but nothing wrong just bad location"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Westin Great Southern Columbus
"Disappointing! Bathroom wasn't clean well. Someone's hair was on the shelf and toilet. Linens had holes and spots. Like they were used forever. Bathroom towels were washed so many times that they are not even soft anymore. The room was small. No fridge, no microwave. The ceiling in the room had a ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus I-70E/Reynoldsburg
"It was myself and my two daughters. We stayed there for a tournament the first night we realized that the phone didn't work in our room and some of the lights didn't work either in the middle of the night someone came and knocked on the door. The woman asked for a comb that had brace in her hair ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center
"Only stayed one night I wished I could have stayed longer. I recommend this place."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Northern Woods
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.
Polaris
Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while you're in town.
Northeast Columbus
If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center are top sights worth seeing.
University District
University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ohio Stadium and Wexner Center for the Arts while you're in town.
Worthington
Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Shops at Worthington or McConnell Arts Center while you're exploring the area.
