Northern Woods Travel Guide
Columbus
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Popular places to visit
Ohio State University
Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention centre in Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Easton Town Center
During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Historic Crew Stadium
Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Things to do
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Top hotels in Northern Woods
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus
Spaciousness
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
This hotel must be transitioning ownership as it is seriously understaffed for its size and was practically empty. I will say the people working there were friendly and helpful. The room was nice and clean and the location was safe and good for my needs. There was lots of street parking available ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Clean room, helpful staff, and the breakfast was more than adequate.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Very nice place to stay. I would recommend the lofts.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
Very nice and clean room. Appreciated the comfort and the wine glasses in the room. Enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Wyndham Columbus
Shower head sprayed sideway
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northern Woods
Easton
Travellers come to Easton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center while you're in town.
Worthington
Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Shops at Worthington or McConnell Arts Center while you're exploring the area.
Polaris
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.
Northeast Columbus
If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center are top sights worth seeing.
Clintonville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Clintonville and surrounding area, you can visit Columbus Park of Roses and Schottenstein Center.
Gahanna
Unique features of Gahanna include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Gahanna Historical Society or Gahanna Municipal Golf Course while you're exploring the area.
