Columbus
Columbus is a a city of mixed communities and ethnic neighborhoods, some of which had their roots going back to when Columbus was first formed. Others didn't evolve until around the beginning of the 20th Century.
GREATER COLUMBUS is a thriving metropolitan area of 1.6 million people at the heart of the largest concentration of population and economic activity in North America. Already the third fastest growing major metropolitan area in the Midwest, the entire community is seizing new opportunities to propel Greater Columbus into the ranks of the nation's most innovative, attractive and business-friendly communities.
Today, the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium is one of the nations top zoological gardens in the
country and a must see for anyone visiting Columbus. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is open year round and always has something special for visitors.
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The concept came from artist James T. Mason who teaches sculpture at the Department's Cultural Arts Center. He designed, created and installed the metal frames as well as the living topiaries.
Elaine Mason, initial topiarist and retired arts coordinator for the Department, trains city gardeners to trim the figures.
Built in 1895 the Franklin Park Conservatory is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Today, it is a premier horticultural and educational institution showcasing exotic plant collections, special exhibitions, the spectacular Chihuly artworks of glass, and the James Turrell permanent lighting exhibit of the John F. Wolfe Palm House.
The best way to see German Village is to park the car, and walk. Each house is unique and there's a great mix of obviously restored houses.
As you walk through the neighborhood, you'll see many reminders of the Village's rich German history.
Columbus offers an ever growing number of miles for local bicyclists.
See where you can add up some miles traveling through the area.
COSI has been considered one of the most respected science centers in the nation. For more than 40 years, it has been well known for creating programs that make science fun.
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The Ohio State University has long been associated with Columbus, but there are also a number of other universities and colleges located in Central Ohio.
Columbus has always been a college town of sorts and that's one of the reasons Columbus seems like a small hometown. Today Columbus is home to The Ohio State University, Capital University, Franklin University, Columbus College of Art and Design, and Columbus State Community College.
Over the years a number of neighborhoods have coalesced into bonafied Districts that attract visitors at any time of the day or night.
Most of the districts have a great variety of shopping and dining options, or great places to just watch people or do some window shopping.
Short North is a wonderful eclectic mix of art galleries, boutiques, restaurants with condominiums and apartments!
The Short North is a historic, urban neighborhood which some consider to be the Art District of Columbus and the first Saturday of each month features an event called the Gallery Hop.
Arena District is the premier downtown entertainment district and one of the hottest urban residential areas in the state.
With its exceptional dining, accessible parking, live entertainment and affordable hotels, families, couples and singles alike, can enjoy the district and all that it has to offer.
In the1800s immigrants settled on pastures and farmlands in South Columbus. Utilizing their skills as stone masons, brewers and other trades, these immigrants established a community that would eventually be known as German Village and the Brewery District.
When the Blue Jacket expansion team showed up in Columbus a decade ago, the area immediately became known as the Arena District. In 2009, Huntington Field opened with rave reviews for baseball fans. The Arena District is now a destination location for not only sports fans, but fans of all types.
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The Gateway Project has transformed a major section of North High Street around the Ohio State University. The University District is no longer just for students.
Factory tours can be an interesting way to spend an afternoon, especially when they're about familiar products. Here is a list of a few of the popular factory tours in Columbus.
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A visit to Columbus is never complete without doing some serious shopping. Here are the major shopping centers worth checking out.
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Columbus already has about 45 miles of bike trails, but plans are a foot for adding another 120 miles.
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Columbus has a number of little known gardens that are big hits with those that do know about them, especially the volunteers that make them possible. They are all free and open to the public.
Columbus was first laid out in 1812 and incorporated in 1816. Before that, the land east of the Scioto was mostly uninhabited and owned by a number of speculators that gambled on that particular land someday becoming important real estate. They wagered correctly...
Airport Golf Course
900 N. Hamilton Rd., Columbus, Ohio
(614) 645-3127
Blacklick Woods Golf
7309 E. Livingston Ave.
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
(614) 861-3193
Bridgeview Golf Course
2738 Agler Rd.
Columbus, Ohio
(614) 471-1565
Champions Golf Course
3900 Westerville Rd.
Columbus, Ohio
(614) 645-7111
Gahanna Municipal Golf Course
220 Ridenour Rd.
Gahanna, Ohio
(614) 471-0579
Golf Club of Dublin
5805 Eiterman Rd.
Dublin, Ohio
(614) 792-3825
Grovebrook Golf Club
5525 Hoover Rd.
Grove City, Ohio
(614) 875-2497
Homestead Springs Golf
5888 London-Lancaster Rd.
Groveport, Ohio
(614) 836-5872
Mentel Memorial Golf Course 6005 Alkire Rd.
Galloway, Ohio
(614) 645-3050
The Links at Groveport
1005 Richardson Rd.
Groveport, Ohio
(614) 836-5874
Minerva Lake Golf Course
2955 Minerva Lake Rd., Westerville, Ohio
(614) 882-9988
Phoenix Golf Links
3413 Jackson Pike
Grove City, Ohio
(614) 539-3636
Raymond Memorial Golf Course
3860 Trabue Rd.
Columbus, Ohio
(614) 645-3276
Raymond Memorial Golf Course
3860 Trabue Rd.
Columbus, Ohio
(614) 645-3276
Westchester Golf Course
6300 Bent Grass Blvd.
Canal Winchester, Ohio
(614) 834-4653