University District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Wexner Center for the Arts which includes theatre scenes and signage

Popular places to visit

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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.

Ohio Stadium
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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.

Wexner Center for the Arts
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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.

Ohio State University
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Greater Columbus Convention Center

5/5(1 review)

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

Greater Columbus Convention Center
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Mapfre Stadium

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

Mapfre Stadium
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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.

COSI

Activities

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Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

NZ$89
Per adult
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
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Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

NZ$52
Per adult
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
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Our pick of the best University District Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$117 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$117
per night
19 May - 20 May
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 (1,094 reviews)
"Older property, but a very comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbus - Worthington
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 NZ$283 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$283
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location in Columbus and very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
The Urban
The Urban
2.5 out of 5
200 W Norwich Ave, Columbus, OH
The price is NZ$218 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$218
per night
12 May - 13 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (338 reviews)
"Very central location for OSU graduation."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

The Urban
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
The price is NZ$291 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$291
per night
12 May - 13 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,175 reviews)
"Decent. Pretty good location."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hilton Columbus Downtown
4 out of 5
402 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is NZ$329 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$329
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel staff were extremely friendly and were able to answer all of my questions. The room was very clean. The only negative, is the beds were extremely hard and uncomfortable."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Hilton Columbus Downtown
Graduate Columbus
Graduate Columbus
4 out of 5
750 North High Street, Columbus, OH
The price is NZ$290 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$290
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable bed"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Graduate Columbus
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Other neighbourhoods around University District

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Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
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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
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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 heritage elements, a river or creek and a bay or harbour

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.

Arena District
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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
Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

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.

Downtown Columbus

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