Things to do in Central Ohio

Activities, attractions and tours

National Veterans Memorial and Museum featuring a memorial, a garden and heritage elements
National Veterans Memorial and Museum featuring a memorial, a garden and heritage elements
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens featuring interior views and a garden as well as a couple
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Veterans Memorial showing a memorial and signage

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What to do in Central Ohio


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Downtown Columbus

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Columbus
The Broad Street Bridge over the Scioto River in columbus, Ohio

Polaris

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Polaris
Columbus is a City in central Ohio

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.

Short North
Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

University District

4/5(1 area review)

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.

University District
Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park

German Village

You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in German Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Schwartz Castle or Muse Gallery.

German Village
Old residential buildings along brick sidewalks maintain an old world charm in German Village, a uniquely preserved neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio

Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by McConnell Arts Center or The Candle Lab while you're exploring the area.

Worthington

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