Short North Travel Guide
Columbus
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Popular places to visit
North Market
During your visit to Columbus, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at North Market. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Ohio Stadium
Catch an event at Ohio Stadium 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.
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
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
Tour Packages and Sightseeing Columbus Ohio
Top hotels in Short North
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Very nice property and in the middle of this beautiful city. Loved the room and pool I would definitely recommend this for couples or family
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Columbus
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph
The room was spotless and the staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
Staff was super friendly, breakfast had a good selection of goods and really appreciated the tea and coffee available in lobby at all times and the microwave when needing to reheat late night soup! Beds were super comfy
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Moxy Columbus Short North
Great bar service. Cool vibe. Room is typical Moxy a bit bare bones but sleek and cool
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport Area
Everything was good
Reviewed on 15 Dec 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.
