University District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Wexner Center for the Arts
Discover a world of new and exciting contemporary art, performance and film at this laboratory for the arts at Ohio State University.

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 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 lively festivals and great live music.

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.
Things to do

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

German Village Walking Food Tour in Columbus
Top hotels in University District

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
"Perfect spot."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
"This place is dumpy and outdated and I am really not sure why it's so highly rated."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Wyndham Columbus
"The walls where dirty as long as you went down to the counter they were very helpful. If you called them on the phone, you constantly get put on, hold. And it was very horrible experience i don't even know if I was talking to anyone. It was actually in the hotel it seemed like they were off sight. ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Hilton Columbus Downtown
"Check in was least fussy I’ve ever had, perfect part of town and beautiful. I have zero complaints and I enjoyed my stay here during the Sonic Temple music festival."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
"Food on 2nd day not so good"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU
"The parking lot was just repaved so it was a dream. Even as busy as they were, we were able to park close to our room. The staff was incredibly nice and helpful. The room was clean and cozy. Perfect for sleeping after a long day at Sonic Temple! I will say, the shower in the room was the best shower ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University District

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.

Short North
Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.

Milo-Grogan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Milo-Grogan and surrounding area, you can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair.

Oletangy West
While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium.

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.
