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

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

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

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

Ohio State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Ohio State University, a top college in Columbus. Experience the area's great live music 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

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

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
The Crazy Kiwi Duncan Dog! An absolutely enormous foot long hot dog slathered with grilled onions, cole slaw, bacon, cheese sauce and hot sauce! Go Crew!

Historic Crew Stadium

Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Historic Crew Stadium

Things to do

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

$42
per adult
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

$42
per adult
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
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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
$133 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$158 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total includes taxes and 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! (1,172 reviews)
"Very nice property. Clean and in a great location for sporting events and shows."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

4 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH
$70 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$83 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total includes taxes and 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 (1,472 reviews)
"Professional staffs"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Wyndham Columbus
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH
$140 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$165 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total includes taxes and 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! (1,409 reviews)
"Excellent customer service. Great bar and food."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin

3 out of 5
6161 Parkcenter Cir, Dublin, OH
$84 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$99 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, efficient, and friendly"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Hyatt Place Columbus Dublin
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North

3 out of 5
633 WEST 5TH AVENUE, Columbus, OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$111 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$131 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,076 reviews)
"Location, price and staff are great. Breakfast was better than decent. I’d definitely stay here again for $140"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

3 out of 5
7411 Vantage Dr, Columbus, OH
$84 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$99 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The salt in the pool was weird but we had a nice time"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington
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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
Hovering just south of the 11th street entry to the Ohio State Fairgrounds

Milo-Grogan

While there might not be top attractions in Milo-Grogan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.

Milo-Grogan
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
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