COLUMBUS, OH ATTRACTIONS
Attractions in Columbus, OH include buildings, monuments, and districts well-known throughout the world. That said, not all of the city’s most intriguing sites show up on the National Register of Historic Places.
Some of these attractions are well-known and others qualify as hidden gems. But all are well worth stopping by. Whether you’re a tourist, alien visitor, or a Columbusite looking for new activities, you’re sure to find something amazing.
Columbus Museums
Every Ohioan should see the Ohio State History Museum and learn the unique past of the Buckeye State. But that’s just scratching the surface. You’ll also find science museums like the Orton Geological and Early Television Museums (plus many more). And don’t forget the art museums: the Wexner Center for the Arts, Columbus Museum of Art, and more!
Columbus Theaters
Whether your favorite kind of theater is a movie palace or a home for onstage drama, we’ve got plenty in the city.
For musicals, plays, and the avant-garde, check out the Short North Stage, Shadowbox Live, and the Ohio Theatre (to name just a few). Meanwhile, an indie cinema like the Drexel Theatre will make any movie buff’s list of favorite Columbus, OH tourist attractions.
Family-Friendly
Looking for activities everyone in your family can enjoy? We’ve got plenty. Active outdoor kid attractions in Columbus, OH and nearby include kayaking, water rides at Zoombezi Bay in Powell, and the Columbus Zoo. Back in the city, LEGOLAND Discovery Center will surely delight the whole familty.
Columbus Music & Nightlife
Columbus also has plenty to offer when night falls. There’s everything from fine dining and more casual eats to bars with live music (like Ace of Cups) and unique clubs like Bossy Grrls,
Columbus Landmarks
While iconic buildings like the LeVeque Tower are visible well outside the city, other landmarks demand hands-on attention. For example, we’re the proud home of Franklin Park Conservatory and the Topiary Garden Park, two of Ohio’s best-known gardens. On the other end of the spectrum, there’s the many shops, restaurants, and entertainment options at the Easton complex.
If you stray just outside Columbus to Hocking Hills State Park, you and your family can explore caves, lakes, and waterfalls. This can be a day trip or overnight camping.
More Columbus Attractions to Visit
Not yet seeing Columbus, OH attractions you’re truly interested in? Well, there’s so much more in the listings below.