"somewhere in the middle ........" Columbus by melancholia

Columbus Travel Guide: 493 reviews and 821 photos

i've lived in columbus almost my entire life. it is not a bad place to live. not the most happening place to be, but i have been worse places ;)

jobs and economy is decent here. a lot of people move here for new jobs, and a chance to live without paying an arm and a leg for somewhere to sleep.

while visiting, i'd mostly recommend hitting up different shops and eateries on high st. campus/downtown. there are some interesting and eclectic places to check out & you can walk to and from most of them.

also, if you are looking to go shopping i'd try easton mall. it's an intriguing mall for ohio, as half of the buildings are outside, rather than just one huge block of stores all grouped together in one building. there's a cute waterfall or 2 for kids to play in, or just to look at. some good eateries and whatnot as well.

have fun :)

Pros and Cons

Pros:good economy, moderate weather
Cons:transportation isn't great, fun activities could be better
In a nutshell:average place to visit, not super special, but has it's moments

Intro Updated Jul 16, 2004
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the olentangy river from highbanks park. - Columbus

pretty general.. What to Pack (1)

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GrantBoone Nov 27, 2004 at 10:54 AM

Sure beats West London as a place to live!
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Pavlik_NL Jan 20, 2003 at 11:24 AM

Nice page! Happy birthday to you and best wishes. Keep up the good work and Columbus pics and info are perfect.
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Kahina Nov 22, 2002 at 10:26 AM

I also live in Columbus and I think you've done a great job at describing it even if you're not thrilled about being here. The Short North Gallery hop is a great experience.
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genispp Oct 4, 2002 at 2:20 AM

Beautiful page: good info and photos
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calex Sep 4, 2002 at 8:18 AM

seems like home is not where your heart is. sounds like you need to do some travelling
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frankcanfly Aug 19, 2002 at 8:22 PM

Bed..... Mirror..... FUN!! Going to Microtel!! LOL
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Chittenden Aug 15, 2002 at 8:51 PM

i live here too, ditto yr feelings
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MURRA Jun 7, 2002 at 1:02 PM

need some pics
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Meaziah Jun 3, 2002 at 5:27 PM

From a fellow "middle of nowhere" dweller
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ersavas May 7, 2002 at 1:17 AM

also