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.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals 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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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 great live music.
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.
Top hotels in Northern Woods
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus
"a"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Everything was top notch!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Wyndham Columbus
"Mid but nothing wrong just bad location"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Westin Great Southern Columbus
"Nice staff. Clean room. Beautiful lobby. Be aware no AC in the room"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus I-70E/Reynoldsburg
"Location is near the highway. Hallway and staircase is filthy. Had to wait for the front desk clerk to assist in checking in. Given a second chance, I will never stay again nor will recommend to my friends/relative to stay."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center
"I really love the multiple pools and the outside area with the lounge area in the back of hotel with the water fall. Did not get to experience the breakfast because it wasn’t included in the stay. But overall I would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Northern Woods
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.
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.
University District
University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ohio Stadium and Wexner Center for the Arts 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.
