Location: Columbus
Top Things to do in Columbus
The 8 Best Neighborhoods in Columbus, Ohio (OH)
Ohio’s capital city is full of beautiful neighborhoods, a critically acclaimed food scene and top-ranked attractions. This creative-minded destination offers something for everyone. Families will enjoy COSI, the nationally known science center, as well as the Columbus zoo and its neighboring water park. Art lovers will savor the collections at the Columbus Museum of Art and revel in Gallery Hop, a monthly celebration in the Short North Art District. Columbus is a city that invites exploration.
Restaurants in Columbus
1. German Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,140 reviews
A highway bridge over Interstate 70 is all that separates the German Village Historic District from downtown Columbus, but as one looks east from the interstate, the difference between old and new is glaring. A 20+ story structure sits just north of the interstate bridge, and just south, in German Village, no structure is higher than three stories. Five blocks south, the spire of St. Mary Church stands 197’ off the sidewalk and towers over everything around it. Structures and sidewalks are orange masonry, and many streets (about half) are still brick pavers. German Village does not have a recreated sense of history or kitschy Bavarian feel ~ rather, it is a neighborhood with architecture dating from the 1840s-1890s that has been preserved, and its use as a shared residential and commercial neighborhood has been maintained. People walk to their destinations, park on the street due to the overwhelming absence of driveways, and live life at a very pedestrian level. The neighborhood is extremely dense ~ very often only inches separate neighboring structures, and many structures were built for multi-family use. German Village is notably different because its appearance has changed so little.
Reviewed By CMHBeth - Columbus, United States
German Village is a quaint neighborhood to the immediate south of downtown Columbus. It’s historic buildings, houses and brick streets make for a lovely stroll all times of the year. The streets are lined with houses dating back to the late 1800s-early 1900s. There are restaurants, bars and coffee stops and shops sprinkled throughout could not be more diverse and charming. Schiller Park in the heart of the village should not be missed.
2. Short North Arts District
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 615 reviews
Columbus's version of New York's artsy Soho district, this historic urban neighborhood is filled with boutiques, art galleries, coffee houses, restaurants and theaters.
Reviewed By CDM116 - Whippany, United States
After visiting Columbus several times in the last few years we have found the short north to be a wonderful area of the city for so many different reasons. Come enjoy this fantastic area
3. Easton Town Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,266 reviews
In stark contrast to the old-country aura of German Village, Easton is the most modern neighborhood in the city, its architecturally contemporary town center drawing shoppers and tourists to an array of nationally and regionally known stores, plentiful restaurants and varied entertainment.
Reviewed By chinabeech
Easton is a great place to visit to shop, dine in any number of excellent resturants, our favorites are Brios, Bon Vie, McCormicks and Schmicks, Ocean Club and others. Shopping and theater are very nice.
4. Arena District
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By KimB995 - Seminole, United States
We had the opportunity to experience the arena firsthand for our ASAE networking event! Bonus that it was a private John Legend concert. Great job!
5. Brewery District
6. Downtown Columbus
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By MaryannF650 - Clarksville, United States
My husband and I were visiting Columbus and toured the Downtown Columbus area. We have been to Columbus so many times in the past but never came downtown. What a shame! This city is totally awesome with so much to see and do. Probably one of the cleanest cities in the U.S. Unbelievable! Mayor, you are doing something right! Lots and lots of construction going on while we were there. Some streets are blocked off and there are many detours. Street metered parking available but difficult to find. We came back on a Saturday and it was better. Got a chance to see the Christopher Columbus Statue, Arnold Schwarzenegger, World's Largest Gavel, Spinal Column Carved From Tree, German Village and Schmidt's Sausage Haus and Restaurant. We certainly enjoyed our afternoon. Previously, we visited the Topiary French People at the Old Deaf School Park which is a "not to miss" attraction. It is full of topiary, beautifully landscaped and a million dollar pix op. You will probably need more than an hour to stroll the park. Awesome! There is a gift shop on the premises but it was closed when we were there. So much to see and so little time. We must come back and see the rest of Columbus. A must-tour area for people of all ages.
