Short North Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
North Market
During your visit to Columbus, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at North Market. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals 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.
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.
COSI
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at COSI in Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Short North
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Great hotel!!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph
Terrific location. Close to convention center.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
Staff was super friendly, breakfast had a good selection of goods and really appreciated the tea and coffee available in lobby at all times and the microwave when needing to reheat late night soup! Beds were super comfy
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Moxy Columbus Short North
Great bar service. Cool vibe. Room is typical Moxy a bit bare bones but sleek and cool
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Yes all with team from la Quinta was excellent
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Short North
Victorian Village
Victorian Village is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Italian Village
Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
Uptown District
If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.
Scioto Mile
Scioto Mile 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 COSI or National Veterans Memorial and Museum.
Short North Travel Guide
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- North Market
- Jazz Arts Group
- Columbus Children's Theatre
- Ohio State University
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- Ohio Stadium
- Historic Crew Stadium
- Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Schottenstein Center
- COSI
- Polaris Fashion Place
- Hollywood Casino
- Nationwide Arena
- Ohio Expo Center and State Fair
- Ohio State Fairgrounds
- Palace Theatre
- Scioto Downs
- Ohio Theatre
- Lower.com Field
- Newport Music Hall
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Bridge Park
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Ohio Statehouse
- Zoombezi Bay Waterpark
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