Northern Woods Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Ohio State University
Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices 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.
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 lively festivals.
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.
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.
COSI
There’s always more to discover in this innovative science adventure center, complete with giant 3-D digital screen and hundreds of fun-filled activities.
Things to do
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Top hotels in Northern Woods
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus
We won’t be staying here again. With in 15 min of being there someone stole a pair of my wife’s shoes from outside our room. Our room was HOT! The AC was not working. The kitchen/breakfast staff were working their butts off and doing a great job. The bar on the hand was not friendly, and not helpful. ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Very nice
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
It was okay at first seeing it but
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown
The room was clean and comfortable The buffet breakfast had many choices hot and cold. Excellent All the staff were friendly and courteous. Very helpful
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Hailey was amazing! It was my daughter's first hockey game - go Columbus Blue Jackets - and we flew in from CA for it, and Hailey sent up appetizers, a sweet handwritten note, and CBG decals. It made us feel so special. I will never stay anywhere else when visiting Columbus. So convenient for games ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington
The staff was ok greeting us. The property is nice and clean. The pool had a bit too much film on the surface it for my liking, but otherwise was ok. There were pool noodles in it for my daughter so that was nice. The room was big and comfortable. There is a “Starbucks” place, but no one seemed to ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northern Woods
Easton
Travellers come to Easton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center while you're in town.
Worthington
Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by McConnell Arts Center or The Candle Lab while you're exploring the area.
Polaris
Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while you're in town.
Northeast Columbus
If you're spending some time in Northeast Columbus, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center are top sights worth seeing.
Clintonville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Clintonville and surrounding area, you can visit Columbus Park of Roses and Schottenstein Center.
Gahanna
Unique features of Gahanna include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Gahanna Historical Society or Gahanna Municipal Golf Course while you're exploring the area.
