Discover the vibrant heart of Columbus, Ohio, with my curated list of must-visit spots.
Whether you're a local or exploring the city for the first time, this guide features a mix of cozy coffee shops, charming bookstores, scenic parks, and must-see...
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Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
One of the coolest bookstores you will ever visit.
The Book Loft of German Village
Great for used books
HPB Carriage Place - Half Price Books
A can't miss downtown gem
Prologue Bookshop
Go in and plan to browse and search for hidden treasures. Plus the owner is a lot of fun to talk to!
Karen Wickliff-Books
This store is freaking gorgeous
Gramercy Books
Cute children's book store! Think "you've got mail"
Cover to Cover Children's Books
Outdoor Activities
It's so beautiful, you won't believe you're in ohio
Quarry Trails - Metro Parks - Central Ohio Park System
You can even see raining bison here
Battelle Darby Creek - Metro Parks - Central Ohio Park System
Amazon bird watching and beautiful scenes. Resident animals too
Highbanks - Metro Parks - Central Ohio Park System
I love how they separate the big and small dogs. There's also a doggy swimming spot!
Friends of Alum Creek Dog Park
Has the tallest playground allowed in Ohio!
Ro Park - Orange Township, OH - Official Website
A one of a kind experience.
Home –
One of my favorite places in Columbus. Check out their monthly night events!
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Restaurants
My favorite Italian restaurant ever. Get the trio plate!
Lola & Giuseppe's Trattoria
Other Food & Drinks
They have an entire campus with tons of activities. And different t area for different types of drinks!
Cute fun brewery
Seventh Son Brewing Co.
Great beer with a seasonal menu
Wolf's Ridge Brewing
Brand new and has beer and coffee!
Standardized Brewing
One of my favorite hidden gems in Powell.
Ill Mannered Brewing Company
Fantastic beer and great spot for outdoor music. Usually has food trucks too!
Nocterra Brewing Co. - Beer + Outside = Nocterra
A must try. So good
Stauf's Coffee Roasters
It all started here, so go to the first location.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
Hole in the wall staple!
DK Diner
Every has to try one!
Buckeye Donuts
Worth the lines!
Resch's Bakery
Arts & Entertainment
Awesome day for kids and adults. I always learn something
Center of Science and Industry (COSI)
Jaw droppingly beautiful theater where you can catch broadway shows.
Ohio Theatre
Best outdoor venue in the heart of downtown. Be sure to get Mikey’s late night slice
KEMBA Live!
Go Buckeyes!
Ohio Stadium
Home to the blue jackets
Nationwide Arena
Love this place
Historic Crew Stadium
This place is so much fun
Bowling Alley, Sports Bar, Event Venue, & More | Ten Pin Alley
