Northern Woods Travel Guide
Columbus

Visit Northern Woods
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
"No hot water, the room was not clean at all, drawers that wouldn't close on TV stand so they stayed pulled out, left with only 2 1/2 rools of toilet paper when we checked in, AC only worked in one room so one room was freezing while the other was so hot. Beds and couch extremely uncomfortable andno ..."
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

Crowne Plaza Columbus North- Worthington by IHG
"The place was outdated. Probably was a nice place twenty years ago. The shower did not drain well and I had to ask for a hairdryer. The lamp shade has coffee sprayed on it from years of never cleaning it. Coffee was empty in the lobby both times that I went to it in the morning. Price of the room ..."
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Wyndham Columbus
"I have stayed at this hotel 2 other times. I was very excited to be able to take my granddaughter swimming and when we got into the pool it was ice cold. We had to get out asap. There were others very upset We were all saying this is one of the main reasons we all picked this place. I asked the maintenance ..."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
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.
Northeast Columbus
If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center are top sights worth seeing.

Polaris
Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Magic Mountain Fun Center while you're in town.

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.

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.

















