Columbus, Ohio, has long been a not-so-frequently discussed tourist destination, but with a booming culinary scene, museums that rival those in our nation's capital, and a boom in the tech industry, it’s quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
Columbus has many dynamic neighborhoods offering unique and special opportunities for exploration. The city is covered in beautiful parks and the walking tours are a real treat. Visit German Village which features historic homes built by German immigrants during the 19th century. The area is also filled with authentic restaurants, bars, and unique shopping that will have something for everyone. Visit the Short North Arts District, one of the city's most lively neighborhoods, for art galleries, upscale and eclectic dining, and trendy bars, breweries, distilleries, and gastropubs. On the first Saturday of each month, there is a Gallery Hop which is a great way to dive into the local art scene.
Beyond shopping and eating, there is plenty to explore in this bustling city. Visit COSI (Center of Science and Industry), the nations top science center which has a life-size T.rex cast and many incredible science exhibits. Visit LEGOLAND Discovery Center or the National Veterans Memorial and Museum. More stops should include The Columbus Museum of Art, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, or for the auto-lovers, Wagner – Hagen’s Auto Museum.
With this much to offer, no matter what the occasion or time of year, book your Columbus vacation rental today to explore all that this city has to offer!
Columbus, Ohio has one major airport, the John Glenn International Airport (CMH) which is only 6 miles from downtown.
The Columbus airport offers many options to get you to your vacation rental. There are public transportation options including buses, taxis and shuttles that will easily get you to downtown. Other available options are major rideshare companies such as Lyft and Uber or car rentals. All these options service the airport and can get you to your vacation rental.
Getting around town? Visitors can take the public bus system or taxis or rent a car to explore the city and its surrounding areas.
In Columbus, June - August are the warmest months of the year with many days around 85 degrees. January - February are the coolest months with temperatures around 20 degrees. January is the wettest month and September is the driest.
Make sure you book a vacation rental with your preferred heating and cooling options to make your visit comfortable no matter what season you visit.
In Columbus, most of the almost 1,800 vacation rental options are apartment rentals with an average nightly price of around $200. The median size is about 900 ft² which makes them a great fit for small or medium groups or families, as most can accommodate 4-6 people. There are house rentals to choose from. These typically cost an average of $260 per night for a size of about 1,600 ft². Whatever type of accommodation you are looking for, there are many options in Columbus to choose from for your next vacation rental.
Columbus Museum of Art – https://www.columbusmuseum.org/
Wagner – Hagen’s Auto Museum – https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g50226-d7377857-Reviews-Wagner_Hagans_Auto_Museum-Columbus_Ohio.html
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium – https://www.columbuszoo.org/
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens – https://www.fpconservatory.org/
Ohio State University https://www.osu.edu/
COSI - https://cosi.org/