10 TOP Things to Do in Central Ohio (2026 Activity Guide)

National Veterans Memorial and Museum featuring a memorial, a garden and heritage elements

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens featuring a park and interior views as well as a couple

COSI which includes signage as well as a large group of people

Veterans Memorial which includes a memorial and signage

COSI which includes interior views and signage

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What to do in Central Ohio

Popular places to visit

Ohio State House aerial at sunrise with Huntington Center and Vern Riffe State Office Tower

Ohio State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Ohio State University, a top college in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

A view of the new pedestrian skywalk connecting the convention center to the new downtown Hilton.

Greater Columbus Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Greater Columbus Convention Center during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Have the African jungle, the Australian outback and the wildlife of the world at your fingertips at this acclaimed city zoo.

Easton Town Center

During your visit to Columbus, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Ohio Stadium

Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene 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.

Nationwide Arena

Catch an event at Nationwide Arena during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Ohio Expo Center and State Fair

Enjoy a stop at Ohio Expo Center and State Fair, an entertaining place to visit in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

Areas of Central Ohio

Santa Maria featuring a bay or harbor and heritage elements

Downtown Columbus

The abundant dining options and 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.

The Broad Street Bridge over the Scioto River in columbus, Ohio

Polaris

Polaris is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while in the area.

Short North

Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.

Old residential buildings along brick sidewalks maintain an old world charm in German Village, a uniquely preserved neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio

Worthington

Unique features of Worthington include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by McConnell Arts Center or The Shops at Worthington while you're exploring the area.

Mirror Lake on the campus of The Ohio State University is a popular landmark. Recent renovations added extensive landscaping.

University District

Travelers come to University District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Wexner Center for the Arts and Newport Music Hall while you're in town.