Short North Travel Guide
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North Market
During your visit to Columbus, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at North Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Ohio State University
Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in 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.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Historic Crew Stadium
Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene 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
The bed was so comfortable it was amazing! The stroll to multiple dining options and Nationwide Arena was very pleasant and easy.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Clean room
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph
amazing rooms, great lobby, perfect location. Very clean and staff was awesome-oh yeah great bar
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Moxy Columbus Short North
Yes
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
Clean room, great from desk staff
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Wyndham Columbus
Staff was amazing. Food was not appealing or tasteful for to pay for it. My room was amazing but TV’s hardly showed working channels and my bathroom sink I noticed after awhile was clogged up and no matter how many times I’ve asked, no one has came to fix it. Other than that it was a pleasant ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 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.
University District
University District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wexner Center for the Arts and Newport Music Hall while you're in town.
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
- COSI
- Schottenstein Center
- Nationwide Arena
- Hollywood Casino
- Polaris Fashion Place
- Ohio Expo Center and State Fair
- Ohio State Fairgrounds
- Palace Theatre
- Scioto Downs
- Ohio Theatre
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Bridge Park
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Ohio Statehouse
- Newport Music Hall
- Lower.com Field
- KEMBA Live!
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