"Columbus, Ohio, More Than Just a Zoo" Top 5 Page for this destination Columbus by deecat

Columbus Travel Guide: 493 reviews and 821 photos

Delightful Visit to Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, Ohio, was a nice surprise for Jill and I because we knew so little about this city, except that it has a world-class zoo. Fortunately, it has way more than a zoo!

We were impressed by all the outdoor art, the Ohio Theatre, the quality restaurants, the various neighborhoods, the parks (especially the Topiary Garden), the beautiful Statehouse, the museums, our hotel, the inside mall right downtown, and, best of all, the incredibly friendly service people and the city residents.

Jill and I styed for two nights, and we were not able to do all that we wished we could. People who say that Columbus is boring must be boring people because there's so much culture, history, and lovely architecture.

Hope you enjoy the photographs and tips about this Ohio State Capital city.

Pros and Cons

Pros:State Capital, Music & Art, Architecture, Great Food
In a nutshell:Columbus combines the old and new with class

Last visit to Columbus: May 2006
Intro Updated May 17, 2006
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Reviews (18)

Columbus Museum of Art Things to Do (5)

PLEASE CLICK ON THE PHOTO; IT IS A PANORAMIC Just four blocks east of the State Capitol, you can enjoy a first-rate art... more travel advice

Trinity Church, Columbus, Ohio - Columbus

Imposing Edifice of Beauty Favorites (3)

While staying at the Hyatt on Capitol Square, both Jill and I were intrigued by the imposing edifice across the street;... more travel advice

Jill During Breakfast at The Plaza Restaurant - Columbus

Breakfast and Dinner at Restaurants (3)

The hotel has a wonderful restaurant called The Plaza Restaurant and Lounge where we ate two breakfasts and one dinner.... more travel advice

Jill Eating Lunch in the Ford Escape - Columbus

Car In Columbus, Ohio Transportation (1)

Although we did not use our car while we were in Columbus, Ohio, we needed it to get there. We "valet parked the car"... more travel advice

Local Customs (2)
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Shopping (2)
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hopang Apr 10, 2010 at 2:18 AM

Superb Columbus travel page with excellent restaurants and shopping tips. Capitol Square, State House and War Memorial look attractive to us. Outdoor art pieces certainly sounds interesting to visit and explore! ~ho & pang
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Yaqui Mar 9, 2010 at 4:10 PM

Deaf School Topiary Park, State House, War Memorial: Veterans Plaza, Capitol Square and the Museums are all my kind of places to see. Great page and I so enjoyed it!
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misterrabbit Jan 12, 2010 at 10:20 AM

Another winner! Great "hidden photos" and comprehensive tips that certainly help the traveler. Columbus looks like a great place to visit.
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hunterV Nov 8, 2009 at 11:48 AM

~ Hi, Dee! Columbus is certainly worth a visit or two! So many nice places that you have lavishly described, my friend! ><>< Thanx ><><
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jillzi Sep 18, 2009 at 12:20 PM

Such a jam-packed group of tips with something for everyone. That pizza really looks good. The Old Deaf School Topiary Park is amazing, and I would enjoy the book store for sure.
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ATXtraveler May 17, 2009 at 12:51 PM

Another great page. I work for a company headquartered here, so I am looking forward to trying the Sausage Haus.
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evaanna Mar 29, 2009 at 10:05 AM

Great page on the capital of Ohio. I see you have discovered many interesting places - loved the Old Deaf School Topiary Park, the Book Loft and the 'Railroad'. It is a cheering thought that Ohio values not only its veterans but also teachers and firemen.
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sourbugger May 15, 2008 at 4:49 AM

Excellent page (as i would expect of you) - i especially liked the tip about Wendy's. If the seats in there were made of rubber - it could be called Bendy wendy's
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LoriPori Mar 3, 2008 at 4:53 AM

What a great page Dee. And you got to meet Stephen and Karen. The Hyatt was a perfect place to stay, with most things to see within walking distance. Wonderful restaurant tips. Looks like you & Jill had a great time.
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Valisme Nov 11, 2007 at 5:48 AM

Unfortunately, the original Wendy's restaurant closed in March 2007. Insufficient business-- Downtown traffic apparently ceased after 5pm and little or nothing on weekends... The memorabilia moved to Wendy's headquarters in Dublin, OH