Oakland Travel Guide
Columbus
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nationwide Arena
Catch an event at Nationwide Arena during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Top hotels in Oakland
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"The hotel was under repair so parking wasn't convenient at all...and check in was backed up so badly that we were an hour late for our event."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"Great accommodations but disappointed breakfast wasn’t available. They could have still offered pantries and coffee."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Clean, one of the cleanest rooms we have stayed in a while. Definitely worth the stay. wish there was better parking, but valet makes it easier."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
"Very clean and modern. Walking distance to many restaurants / bars. Staff was very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
"I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. I booked it due to the price being quite a bit lower compared to others. But the staff was very friendly, the room was clean and the beds were very comfortable! The man working the breakfast buffet was wonderful also! I would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU
"Excellent stay. Excellent staff. Only criticism is that their smoking area is in a wind tunnel. A bit of protection from the elements would be appreciated."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland
Gahanna
Unique features of Gahanna include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Gahanna Municipal Golf Course or Airport Golf Course Columbus while you're exploring the area.
Easton
Travellers come to Easton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center while you're in town.
Northeast Columbus
If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, Champions of Columbus Golf Course and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are top sights worth seeing.
Northland
Northland might not have many top sights, but Anheuser-Busch Brewery and Champions of Columbus Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
