Old North Columbus Travel Guide

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The second oldest building remaining on The Ohio State University campus, Orton Hall was opened in 1893. It is named after Dr Edward Orton, Sr. who served as Ohio State's first president, OSU Professor of Geology from 1873 to 1899, and Ohio's State Geologist from 1882 until his death in 1899. Orton Hall is built of 40 different Ohio building stones. In the outside walls, these stones are laid in stratigraphic order according to their relative positions in Ohio's bedrock. The only non-indigenous to Ohio stone used is Indiana Limestone to build the front steps. It was chosen because of its high concentration of embedded fossils. The bell tower was dedicated in 1915 and contains 25,000 pounds of bells that can be heard regularly tolling across campus. Encircling the top of the tower are 24 columns with gargoyle-like figures which are restorations of fossil animals.

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.

Ohio State University
A view of the new pedestrian skywalk connecting the convention center to the new downtown Hilton.

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 great live music or attend a sporting event.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
Ohio Stadium

Ohio Stadium

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

Ohio Stadium
Historic Crew Stadium

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.

Historic Crew Stadium
Nationwide Arena

Nationwide Arena

Catch an event at Nationwide Arena during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Nationwide Arena
COSI showing interior views as well as an individual female

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.

COSI

Things to do

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Rp925.045
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

Rp704.884
per adult
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio

Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio

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Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio
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Top hotels in Old North Columbus

Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is Rp2.682.884 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp2.682.884
Rp3.165.804 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,460 reviews)
It’s great!

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hilton Columbus Downtown
The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center

4 out of 5
2110 Tuttle Park Pl Columbus OH
Stay at this luxury hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,342 reviews)
Clean, great location and staff!

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

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The Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Conference Center
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area

3 out of 5
2447 Brice Rd Columbus OH
The price is Rp1.196.777 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
Rp1.196.777
Rp1.412.197 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,713 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
650 South High Street Columbus OH
The price is Rp1.635.381 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp1.635.381
Rp1.929.749 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Clean room very friendly

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown by IHG
Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

3 out of 5
795 Yard Street Columbus OH
The price is Rp1.670.823 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp1.670.823
Rp1.971.572 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
Room was great! Not far from our destination of where we needed to be for a graduation ceremony.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Columbus-Ohio State University OSU

2.5 out of 5
441 Ackerman Road Columbus OH
The price is Rp1.161.417 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
Rp1.161.417
Rp1.370.471 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great time comfortable bed. The hbo access was not available.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Old North Columbus

Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

University District

4/5(1 area review)

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.

University District
This pink and white marbled petunia is actually an unintended mutation of what was intended to be a completely pink bloom. The OSU cultivar trials, located at Ohio State University's Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens, are conducted each year in order to evaluate ornamental bedding and container plants. The objective of these trials is to observe the performance of new and recently introduced cultivated plant varieties under environmental conditions typical of central Ohio. Despite their stated scientific and economic purposes, the gardens are beautiful to walk through and photograph. Best of all, they're FREE!

Oletangy West

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

Oletangy West
The setting sun illuminating the trees above the creek inside Glen Echo Ravine. This spot isn't within the bounds of the actual park. It can be reached by a gravel access path behind Lucky's Market. From there, you can head east along the creek bed, through the ravine and end up inside the park.

Clintonville

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Clintonville and surrounding area, you can visit Schottenstein Center and Historic Crew Stadium.

Clintonville
Italian Village

Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
Columbus Pride is always top notch. Check out a drag show at Axis! #Festival #Pride

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.

Victorian Village
The Short North Arches taken near the Cap.

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.

Short North

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