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
Room was great.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Only thing I did not care for was no real coffee in room
Reviewed on 17 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
Staff was super!!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
Large room, very clean, nice staff!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Little bit of a mishap upon checking into the rooms. We had booked tw
Reviewed on 21 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
- Columbus Children's Theatre
- Jazz Arts Group
- Ohio State University
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- Ohio Stadium
- Historic Crew Stadium
- Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Schottenstein Center
- COSI
- Hollywood Casino
- Nationwide Arena
- 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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