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📝 1. Overview
Downtown Columbus blends government grandeur with indie innovation. From the stately Ohio Statehouse to sleek galleries, riverside trails, and food halls, this capital city core feels equal parts official and original — ideal for visitors seeking big-city buzz with Midwestern charm.
🧡 Most liked comment: “So clean and walkable — with skyline sunsets and craft beer.”
🥇 Runner-up: “A short walk takes you from the Statehouse to a kayak launch.”
🏅 Fan fave: “Underrated downtown. Art, food, civic energy — it’s all here.”
📸 2. Highlights
🏛️ Ohio Statehouse – Grand architecture & historic guided tours
🌉 Scioto Mile – Riverfront walkways, fountains, and skyline views
🍽️ North Market – International food vendors under one roof
🎭 Columbus Commons – Green space with concerts, yoga & food trucks
🎨 Columbus Museum of Art – Big names and bold modern pieces
🦖 COSI – Hands-on science center with planetarium and dinosaurs
🚴 Olentangy Trail – Scenic biking path that links downtown to nature
💡 3. Tips
🚶 Downtown is compact — walking is the best way to explore
🌅 Sunset along Scioto Mile is gorgeous (especially from the bridges)
🛍️ Hit North Market hungry — there’s something for everyone
🅿️ Garages available, but apps like ParkColumbus help with meters
🎟️ COSI & Art Museum often offer free days (check ahead)
🎟️ 4. Tickets & Info
| Attraction | Price (Adult) | Opening Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Statehouse Tours | Free | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Mon–Fri) |
| Columbus Museum of Art | $18 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed Mon) |
| COSI | $25 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Wed–Sun) |
| North Market | Free entry | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (hours vary by vendor) |
| Columbus Commons Events | Free | Varies (seasonal) |
🍽️ 5. Nearby Eats
🍔 Brassica – Mediterranean street food meets Midwestern flavor
📍 680 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
🍕 Mikey’s Late Night Slice – Local legend with cheeky toppings and punk vibes
📍 268 S 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215
🥗 The Keep Kitchen & Liquor Bar – Upscale New American fare in an Art Deco setting
📍 50 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
🚗 6. Access
🚉 By Train: Amtrak not currently available; Greyhound & Megabus nearby
🚗 15–20 min from John Glenn Columbus Intl Airport (CMH) via I-670
🚲 CoGo Bike Share available all around downtown
🛴 Scooters: Bird, Lime, Spin — easy to hop across neighborhoods
🅿️ Street parking, garages, and mobile payment apps (ParkColumbus recommended)
🎈 7. Vibes & Add-ons
🎨 Public art & murals are everywhere — look up, look sideways
🎶 Columbus Commons often hosts free live music
🏛️ Government buildings contrast cool coworking cafés
🛶 You can literally kayak through downtown on the Scioto
🌇 Evening skyline reflections from Bicentennial Park = 💯
🏨 8. Recommended Hotels
🏨 Hotel LeVeque, Autograph Collection
Elegant Art Deco interiors with views of the Scioto River
📍50 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
💰 Price Range: $$$$
🏨 Canopy by Hilton Columbus Downtown Short North
Trendy and walkable, perfect for nightlife and foodies
📍77 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
💰 Price Range: $$$
🏨 Hilton Columbus Downtown
A contemporary hotel featuring an extensive art collection and direct access to the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
📍 402 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
💰 Price Range: $$$
🌐 9. Contact / Info
📍 Experience Columbus Visitor Center: (614) 221-6623
📍 Ohio Statehouse Info Line: (614) 752-9777
📍 COSI Customer Service: (614) 228-2674
📍 Columbus Museum of Art: (614) 221-6801
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