Columbus, Ohio–Things To DoGoto Map

Even if you aren't interested in sports or business, there are plenty of attractions near the Varsity Inn, including shops, restaurants, and local attractions that turn any trip into a fun vacation. For Columbus, Ohio, area information, please see below.

Attractions Entertainment Sports Shopping Dining

attractions

COSI Columbus

« back to top333 W. Broad Street
Phone: (614) 228-COSI
Toll-free: (877) 257-COSI
Fax: (614) 629-3150

This interactive science museum features exhibits, live shows and other programs. It also has a restaurant and gift shop.

German Village

« back to top 588 S. Third Street
Phone: (614) 221-8888
Fax: (614) 222-4747

This charming 233- acre village is located in downtown Columbus, and is considered one of the preeminent historic districts in the United States.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

« back to top 9990 Riverside Drive
Phone: (614) 645-3550
Toll-free: (800) MON-KEYS
Fax: (614) 645-3465

See more than 650 species in naturalistic habitats at the zoo, located along the banks of the Scioto River.

Franklin Park Conservatory

« back to top 1777 E. Broad Street
Phone: (614) 645-8733
Toll-free: (800) 214-PARK
Fax: (614) 645-5921

Wander through the beautiful botanical gardens of this conservatory, well known for its gorgeous flowering plants and butterflies.

entertainment

Schottenstein Center

« back to top Lane Avenue—1 mile

Nationwide Arena

« back to top Nationwide Blvd—2 miles

AMC Theater

« back to top Lennox Towne Center—2 blocks

sports

The Ohio State University

« back to top 38 NCAA Collegiate Sports with venues close to our hotel

The Columbus Blue Jackets—National Hockey League

« back to topNationwide Arena
200 W National Blvd.
Phone: (614) 246-2000
Fax: (614) 246-4300

Columbus Crew – Major League Soccer

« back to topOne Black and Gold Boulevard
Phone: (614) 447-CREW
Fax: (614) 447-4109

Columbus Clippers - Baseball

« back to top1155 W. Mound Street
Phone: (614) 462-5250
Fax: (614) 462-3271

shopping

Lennox Towne Center

« back to top2 Blocks from Varsity Inn on Olentangy River Rd.
Center includes department and specialty stores, restaurants, and movie theater.

North Market

« back to top59 Spruce Street
Phone: (614) 463-9664
Fax: (614) 469-9323

Short North Arts District

« back to top A unique district of 8 blocks along High Street including boutique shops, art galleries, and restaurants

Columbus City Center Mall

« back to top111 S. Third Street
Phone: (614) 221-4919
Toll Free: (800) 882-4900
Fax: (614) 469-5093

dining
(Adjacent to Varsity Inn)

Buckeye Hall of Fame Cafe

« back to top 1421 Olentangy River Rd
http://www.buckeyehalloffamecafe.com/
Phone: (614) 291-2233
Columbus, OH

Bob Evans

« back to top 1455 Olentangy River Rd
Phone: (614) 421-0090
Columbus, OH

dining
(Within 5 blocks of Varsity Inn)

Tim Horton's

« back to top1501 Olentangy River Rd
Phone: (614) 299-2087
Columbus, OH

Cap City Diner

« back to top1299 Olentangy River Rd

Columbus Fish Market

« back to top1245 Olentangy River Rd

Don Pablo's

« back to top 1803 Olentangy River Rd
Phone: (614) 291-6390
Columbus, OH

Champs

« back to top Lennox Towne Center

Johnny Rockets

« back to top1787 Olentangy River Rd
Phone: (614) 291-8239
Columbus, OH

This is just a sample of the many attractions near The Varsity in Columbus, Ohio. Things to do, things to see – there’s never a dull moment! For more Columbus, Ohio, area information, visit the Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau.