University District, OH

Columbus

Wexner Center for the Arts which includes signage and theater scenes
Wexner Center for the Arts which includes theater scenes, interior views and cycling
Wexner Center for the Arts featuring interior views and theater scenes as well as an individual male
Wexner Center for the Arts featuring theater scenes and signage
University District

Popular places to visit

On the north side of Ohio Stadium, also known as the Horse Shoe, there's a huge archway with a beautiful mosaic and pictures of iconic players. Though I've been to the 'Shoe many times, it was only recently that I discovered the flowers at the top of the arch. #UrbanJungle

Ohio Stadium

4.5/5(438 reviews)

Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Ohio Stadium
Wexner Center for the Arts featuring theater scenes and signage

Wexner Center for the Arts

5/5(6 reviews)

Discover a world of new and exciting contemporary art, performance and film at this laboratory for the arts at Ohio State University.

Wexner Center for the Arts
Cherry Blossoms! I must be in Washington D.C. Nope, just walking through the west campus of The Ohio State University.

Ohio State University

4.5/5(1,159 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Ohio State University, a top college in Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Ohio State University
Behold, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in all its wiener-wonderment! There are currently eight Wienermobiles gallivanting across county commandeered by Hotdoggers passing out Wienerwhistles to wiener fanatics. The Wienermobile made a stop at the NHL All Star Fan Festival in Columbus. What's the connection between hockey and wieners? Well, Oscar Mayer is owned by Kraft and Kraft has a promotion called Hockeyville in which communities compete to demonstrate their commitment to the sport of ice hockey. The winning community gets a cash prize dedicated to upgrading their local home arena, as well as host an NHL preseason game.

Greater Columbus Convention Center

4.5/5(614 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening at Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention center in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
The Columbus Blue Jackets #CBJ and Nationwide Arena went all out as hosts of the 2014 NHL All-star Game. In addition to hosting the skills competition and the game itself, the NHL fan festival was held at the nearby convention center and the Arena District was turned into All Star Winter Park with a giant snow slide and an outdoor NHL regulation sized ice rink.

Nationwide Arena

4.5/5(595 reviews)

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.

Nationwide Arena
COSI showing interior views as well as an individual femail

COSI

4/5(479 reviews)

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.

COSI

Things to do

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

￥6,062
per adult
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

￥5,905
per adult
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio

Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio

￥8,679
per adult
Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio
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University District Hotel Deals

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl, Columbus, OH
The price is ￥20,977 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
￥20,977
￥24,753 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,109 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay for Red White and Boom, however, it would have been great to have been told at check in that the bistro/restaurant would be completely closed for the holiday, and no room service would be available... instead, we were given a menu-like item with our wifi on it that had the bistro ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is ￥17,811 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
￥17,811
￥24,477 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,380 reviews)
Couple time away
"We had an amazing trip. Staff was excellent, professional and courteous. The only downside was upon check-in. We were told that a welcome gift would be sent up to the room, but unfortunately that did not ever happen. This didn't deter or prevent us from having a great time and enjoying the services ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus
Wyndham Columbus
4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
The price is ￥10,383 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
￥10,383
￥12,252 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.8/10 (1,389 reviews)
"It was clean and easy to get to"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Wyndham Columbus
The Junto
The Junto
4 out of 5
77 Belle St, Columbus, OH
The price is ￥25,368 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
￥25,368
￥34,440 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (579 reviews)
Home away from home
"This was our second time staying at The Junto. After our first stay we knew if we were gonna"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

The Junto
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
3 out of 5
2447 Brice Rd, Columbus, OH
The price is ￥11,272 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
￥11,272
￥13,300 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,426 reviews)
Nice hotel, beds need to be upgraded
"Nice, clean hotel. Good service, decent breakfast. Spacious rooms. Only complaint was the beds were terrible. They sagged in the middle and sounded creaky whenever you rolled over. But it was a nice looking facility and well kept."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
3 out of 5
175 East Town St, Columbus, OH
The price is ￥12,167 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
￥12,167
￥14,357 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The stay was ok. The room didnt have a shower curtain upon arrival and I didnt receive room service a day or two until i requested it after telling them to enter while i was out. The walls were pretty thin, you coukd hear the room next door slam their toilet seat shut. Overall solid stay, good location ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around University District

Take a stroll around Victorian Village to admire the beautiful #architecture. #patterns #columbus

Victorian Village

The restaurants and live music are a few reasons travelers visit Victorian Village. Want to see more of the surrounding area? North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are a few top sights nearby.

Victorian Village
The self proclaimed "DAMN GOOD BURGER" - Dry aged beef, house baked buttery roll, cheddar, sautéed onion, lettuce, tomato, English pub sauce & fries.

Italian Village

Restaurants and architecture are just a few things travelers like about Italian Village. A stop by Jazz Arts Group is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Italian Village
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Short North

Colorful, offbeat, and trendy, this densely-populated district offers art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee shops. Stroll along High Street under its 17 lighted metal arches, and admire the vibrant murals on its brick buildings.

Short North
Cherry Blossoms! I must be in Washington D.C. Nope, just walking through the west campus of The Ohio State University.

Oletangy West

While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium.

Oletangy West
Santa Maria featuring a river or creek, a bay or harbor and a bridge

Arena District

Arena District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Nationwide Arena or KEMBA Live!.

Arena District
Bourbon barrel mushroom burger with smoked gouda and pub mayo.

Grandview Heights

Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.

Grandview Heights

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