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 lively festivals 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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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 University District
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Staff at reception desk was helpful and accommodated my request not to be close to fitness center. Room was ok but somehow bedding didn’t look as fresh and neat as first time we stayed there. Only stayed one night. Came late and left early next morning so didn’t have time to experience other amenities. ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Everything was good
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Very nice property and in the middle of this beautiful city. Loved the room and pool I would definitely recommend this for couples or family
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Great location
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
Clean hotel with transportation to the airport.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
The room was beautiful! We had a king size bed and a pull-out couch. It was a suite. Very spacious.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University District
Old North Columbus
While Old North Columbus isn't home to many top sights, Wexner Center for the Arts and Historic Crew Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
