University District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit University District
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.
Activities
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Nice stay, close to campus
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Good hotel
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Clean Room, Kind and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Very clean, loft suite was worth the price
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Columbus
Nice Room Nice staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University District
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.
Arena District
Arena District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Nationwide Arena and KEMBA Live! while you're in town.
Grandview Heights
Visitors to Grandview Heights enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Ohio Craft Museum is worth a stop.
