Northern Woods Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rose Lake on foggy morning. Mist over water with colorful trees in hocking hills ohio on clear fall morning. Autumn tones of red, yellow, and orange in trees on waters edge. Reflection visible.
Rose Lake on foggy morning. Mist over water with colorful trees in hocking hills ohio on clear fall morning. Autumn tones of red, yellow, and orange in trees on waters edge. Reflection visible.

Popular places to visit

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

Ohio State University

Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

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

Greater Columbus Convention Center

5/5(1 review)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Greater Columbus Convention Center, a top convention centre in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Greater Columbus Convention Center
Easton Town Center

Easton Town Center

During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Easton Town Center
Historic Ohio Stadium with rotunda entrance against a cloudy sky in Columbus USA

Ohio Stadium

Catch an event at Ohio Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Ohio Stadium
Historic Crew Stadium

Historic Crew Stadium

Catch an event at Historic Crew Stadium during your trip to Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Historic Crew Stadium
Nationwide Arena

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.

Nationwide Arena

Activities

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena

Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena

AU$155
per adult
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: 1-Hour Themed Escape Room Adventure & Narrative
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Our pick of the best Northern Woods Hotel Deals

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus

4 out of 5
2700 Corporate Exchange Dr Columbus OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$213 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
AU$213
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
love this place

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is AU$298 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$298
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,589 reviews)
great hotel

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
The Junto

The Junto

4 out of 5
77 Belle St Columbus OH
The price is AU$325 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$325
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (820 reviews)
The best hotel in Columbus!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Junto
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin

3.5 out of 5
5100 Upper Metro Pl Dublin OH
The price is AU$198 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$198
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
The check in process was very easy, the room was very nice, the breakfast was wonderful.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin
Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

3 out of 5
175 East Town St Columbus OH
The price is AU$145 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$145
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Room was clean but old. Bathroom door wouldn’t lock. Good enough for a single night stay.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

2.5 out of 5
4300 International Gateway Columbus OH
The price is AU$177 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$177
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Friendly staff. Clean room

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Northern Woods

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

Easton

Travellers come to Easton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Easton Town Center while you're in town.

Easton
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.

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

Polaris

Polaris is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Polaris Fashion Place and Topgolf while you're in town.

Polaris
Park of Roses, Columbus, Ohio

Clintonville

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Clintonville and surrounding area, you can visit Columbus Park of Roses and Schottenstein Center.

Clintonville
Waterfall in the woods at Creekside Park, Gahanna, Ohio

Gahanna

Unique features of Gahanna include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Geroux Herb Gardens or Gahanna Woods Park and State Nature Preserve while you're exploring the area.

Gahanna
Aerial view of the Olentangy River winding past Ohio Stadium, reflecting the clear sky, alongside the bustling city skyline, Columbus, Ohio, United States.

Oletangy West

While visiting Oletangy West, you might make a stop by sights like Schottenstein Center and Bill Davis Stadium.

Oletangy West

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