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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
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.
Things to do
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
German Village Walking Food Tour in Columbus
Top hotels in University District
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
If your child attends Ohio State or is going to attend, THIS is the place to stay. It’s literally right on campus. The rooms are tidy and the restaurant is decent. It’s quiet and beyond convenient. No reason to stay anywhere else.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
I recently stayed at Sonesta Hotel and Resorts Columbus Downtown for a work trip, and I would not recommend this hotel. Housekeeping was inconsistent from the start. My room was not cleaned after my first day, and I was told service is only provided upon request. Even after requesting it for the ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Wyndham Columbus
The room was dirty. The sheets were yellowed and the smell was very musty
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Hair was left in the room and some type of rodent droppings . Front desk staff super nice. AC worked well.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington
Hotel is clean, but seems to be mismanaged and understaffed.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
The room was very small and the bathroom showers were not wide enough for an adult male over 6'. I'm 6'2" and I had to stand sideways. The bathroom is overall to tight. The toilet area is so narrow, I cut my thigh on the toilet paper holder metal cover as I tried to sit down on the toilet. I had ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
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.
